- Understand the basics of accelerated learning
- Develop an awareness of how your brain works
- Learn techniques for improving memory retention
- Explore different methods for studying effectively
- Identify strategies for staying motivated while studying
- Practice relaxation techniques to improve focus and concentration
- Utilize visualization techniques to aid in learning new material
- Create a personalized plan for successful learning
- Use technology as an aid in accelerating your learning process
- Develop a positive attitude towards learning
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Accelerated Learning Training Course Description: This course is designed to help you learn a systematic approach to accelerate your learning and acquire any skills at 10x the speed. You will be provided with Dr. Lozanov's Methodology applicable to all subjects. This course introduces students to the concept of accelerated learning and provides them with the tools and techniques necessary to learn faster and remember more. Through this course, students will gain an understanding of how their brains work and how they can use that knowledge to their advantage when it comes to learning new material. They will also explore various methods for improving their memory retention and developing effective study habits. Course Objectives: -
Bilingual Education Administration
Course Description:Â Â Â This course will explore the approaches, methods, and techniques used in teaching language skills and developing cross-cultural understandings to second/foreign language learners at the elementary and secondary levels. The emphasis of the course includes curriculum development, language development through different development stages and through content areas, language testing, lesson planning, and micro-teaching.ÂLearning Objectives:Â- Learn effective strategies to integrate the bilingual child in more extra class activitiesÂ
- Learn more about his cultural values and see the differences between the native culture and the Anglo-American cultural value system Â
- Understand the process of acculturationÂ
- Identify supervision strategies to assist other school personnel in bi-lingual educationÂ
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Special Education AdministrationÂ
Course Description:   The purpose of this course is to gain meaningful understanding of the Administration and Supervision of a Special Education program.   ÂLearning Objectives:Â- Enhance their ability to identify accommodate and plan for various disabilities Â
- Demonstrate improved teaching and best practices related to children exhibiting a variety of disabilities Â
- Demonstrate an expanded knowledge base by incorporating new techniques and resources that have been grounded in academic research Â
- Demonstrate mastery in assessment in using a variety of academic achievement or ability testing inventories Â
- Demonstrate specific program planning skills with specific interventions based on documentation and assessment of learning needs Â
- Demonstrate effective leadership skills when supervising program delivery
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Supervision for Instructional Development
Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of supervision in instructional development. It covers the basics, including how to lead and oversee instructional improvement efforts, design curriculum, assess learning needs and develop initiatives. You will learn about different techniques used in creating a collaborative team environment as well as how to guide projects utilizing resources and personnel. You will also gain an understanding of how to collaborate with stakeholders, and execution of policy while ensuring quality standards are met. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of supervision principles while learning practical skills such as leading teams effectively, task management, resource utilization, and instruction evaluation. This course is ideal for those who are looking to further their understanding of instructional development or are interested in pursuing a role involving supervision or leadership within the education field. Course Objectives:- Understand basic principles of supervising instruction
- Lead a team effectively
- Utilize resources appropriately
- Develop strategies for improvement
- Analyze data from assessments
- Evaluate programs for success
- Comprehend methods for stakeholder engagement
- Master project task management
- Create collaborative environments
- Identify areas needing improvement
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Administration of School PersonnelCourse Description:Â Â Â This course provides an overview of the myriad of duties and responsibilities of the office of human resources. Through individual assignments and small/large group experiences, candidates gain the knowledge, skills, and attributes involved in leading both professional and non-professional staff. Specific case studies are presented, guest speakers are invited to present, and specific theories and philosophies are studied. Matters having to do with leadership and organization of school personnel will be addressed. Exploration of topics such as recruitment and selection; induction; professional development; supervision and evaluation; discipline and dismissal; the work environment; compensation and benefits; administering employee contracts; and legal issues in personnel management will be included.ÂLearning Objectives:Â- Explore the evolution of education administration and its future as an academic discipline and a professionÂ
- Differentiate among the various functions that public managers performÂ
- Examine the political, socio-economic, cultural, and diversity issues involved in major debates of education administrationÂ
- Explain the roles of education administrators as public managers and policymakers
- Explain the interaction of administrative and political processes in education administrationÂ
- Examine the importance of ethical standards and behavior of education managersÂ
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PrincipalshipÂ
Course Description:  This course will study the wide range of responsibilities of the principal as both manager and educational leader. Topics include establishing a common vision and purpose with stakeholders, working collaboratively to achieve common goals, developing a learner centered school culture, planning for the improvement of instruction, school finance management, supervising employees, providing a safe school environment, promoting student health and welfare, and initiating, managing, and evaluating change. ÂLearning Objectives:Â- Apply appropriate organization theory to specific issues in the principalshipÂ
- Demonstrate problem analysis skillsÂ
- Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate sensitivity to needs of others in problem–solving situationsÂ
- Demonstrate understanding of importance of positive relationships with other personnel in the school setting, e.g. central office, board of education, assistant principals, teachers and support staff Â
- Articulate the role of the principal in improving teaching and learning Â
- Articulate a basis for operation for the principalÂ
- Describe school–centered and society–related problems and issuesÂ
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Resource Management in Education       Â
Course Description: This course is designed to provide an examination of the theory and practice of human resource management and public school finance in relation to expenditures and resources at the local, state, and federal levels of support in school districts. It also provides an examination of social issues that impact the school learning environment, to include gender, quality, multicultural education, diversity; and privatization. It provides an in-depth study of the basic principles of money management in public education and how to manage it. There is a focus is on the management of dollars (fiscal), space (building operations), people (human resources), community resources (engagement) and time. Learning Objectives:- Examine the theory and practice of human resource management and public school finance in relation to expenditures and resources
- Examine social issues that impact the school learning environment
- Explore the management of space, time, and community resources
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School & Community RelationsÂ
Course Description: This course is designed to empower school administrators to mobilize community resources and create partnerships that enhance and drive a school culture where all youth can succeed. The changing school in the changing community will be discussed, as well as principles of maintaining a desirable relationship. This course will also discuss powerful avenues to current school/community challenges such as character education, school violence prevention, overcoming barriers to learning, and academic reinforcement.  -
Leadership and Organizational Theories in SchoolsÂ
Course Description:   This course will provide an analysis of the various leadership and organizational theories with a major focus on situational decision-making and its effects. The course explores and tests (through required field-based clinical activities) leadership skills and strategies necessary for effective school leadership. The student engages in an in-depth review of the literature relevant to effective organizational change and analysis as a foundation for the development of change strategies. Students will identify issues affecting the school; leadership and organizational theory will frame the discussion of the issues.  ÂLearning Objectives:Â- Identify various concepts of leadership behaviors  Â
- Understand the importance of attitude  Â
- Explore the power of changing what you do Leading by example  Â
- Learn how to lead individuals to make things happen Â
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Organizational Leadership in Education Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to organizational leadership in education. It covers the basics of leading within educational institutions, including the development and implementation of initiatives, managing stakeholders, improvement programs, and asset utilization. You will learn about different techniques used in cultivating an effective working environment as well as how to develop an understanding of the school system. You will also gain an understanding of how to ensure teams are driven and focused on common goals while maintaining ethical standards. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of organizational principles while learning practical skills such as leading initiatives, creating structures that foster collaboration between different departments, setting performance expectations, and connecting with stakeholders. This course is ideal for those who are looking to enhance their skills in educational decision-making or are interested in pursuing a career involving organizational leadership within the field of education. Course Objectives:- Understand basic principles of organizational leadership
- Lead educational initiatives
- Utilize resources responsibly
- Develop strategies for improvement
- Analyze data from assessments
- Evaluate programs for success
- Comprehend methods for stakeholder engagement
- Master project task management
- Create collaborative environments
- Identify areas needing improvement