How are these trainings structured?
Each online training will be hosted on Canvas, our online learning system. Canvas works in any web browser and there are 移动应用程序 available for iOS and Android devices. A few days before the beginning of the training, registrants will receive an email with information about how to access the training in Canvas. Content is organized in modules of related topics.
Learning activities typically include:
- short recorded video lectures with downloadable slides,
- 可访问的 texts delving into the core concepts of the workshop,
- video talks, presentations, or demonstrations from external 专家s,
- additional resources, if you want to dig deeper into topics that interest you.
- live video synchronous session(s) with training facilitator(s). We will connect live to discuss topics and engage with questions that emerge from our work together. These sessions will be recorded for those who cannot join the live conversation. These provide an opportunity to connect with each other and extend our knowledge and understanding of the materials. The number of live video sessions will vary based on the length of a given training.
With the exception of the live video chats, you can engage with the materials at any time from anywhere with an internet connection.
Who should participate?
专业人士 who serve middle, 高中, and college students in any capacity can benefit from our trainings. 然而, the content is geared towards supporting students who learn differently, including those with learning disabilities, 注意力缺陷多动症, 自闭症, or executive function challenges. Online trainings are designed to fit into the busy schedules of educators, 专业人士, 和父母.
How much time will it take?
培训s vary in the number of “units” they comprise. A “unit” corresponds to about a week’s worth of material. Getting the most of out of each online training will require about 10 hours of engagement per unit of a training. A unit is structured such that participants should be able to work through 一个 “unit” over 一个 week. 然而, since we understand people have busy schedules and may not be able to finish in this timeframe, material will remain available on the Canvas site for longer than the advertised “unit” length. Typically they will remain open for at least 五个星期 从开始日期起.
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Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
While we don’t offer specific CEUs, participants will receive 数字徽章 that attest to participation in the online trainings and include an estimated number of hours of work involved. These can also be printed out as certificates (and/or we can assist with providing these). For many state education departments and organizations requiring CEUs, such a certificate often suffices for obtaining CEU credit—but it really depends on your particular state or organization (so we recommend reaching out to your representatives to see what is needed). We can also provide a letter of completion if needed.