8/16/24   Two Credit Classes

As the back-to-school season approaches, finding professional development that fits into schedules becomes especially valuable for K-12 teachers. 

The need for convenient and enriching classes has prompted The Innovative Northwest Teacher (TINT) to offer several two-credit courses. These classes provide teachers with the chance to renew their enthusiasm for teaching and equip themselves with new strategies that can have a positive impact on student learning – but in a shorter timeframe than most continuing education courses. 

From fostering a love of literature to classroom culture to the importance of play to restorative justice, here are a few of the 2-credit courses offered by TINT:

 "YA/Teen Lit YAY!" focuses on helping educators select quality young adult books and create strategies to build an appreciation of literature among students. By exploring the nature of teenage readers and engaging with different genres of young adult literature, teachers can motivate students to become lifelong readers and encourage critical thinking across the curriculum.

"Are They Thinking? Simple Strategies to Change your Classroom Culture" promises to revolutionize how educators think and interact with their students. By equipping teachers with the tools to promote high-level thinking and increase student engagement, this course aims to enhance learning across all content areas.

The "Playing with Purpose" course emphasizes the importance of play-based learning and offers practical techniques to set up a meaningful play environment in the classroom. By harnessing the power of play, educators can foster creativity and strengthen students' connections with the world around them.

"Restorative Practices in the Classroom" introduces teachers to the concepts of restorative justice and offers strategies to build and maintain positive relationships among students. This course equips educators with practical tools to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment by focusing on repairing harm and strengthening the classroom community.

By taking these continuing education courses, teachers gain new insights and skills, are better equipped to meet their students' diverse needs and create inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environments.

As educators invest in their professional growth, they gain innovative and fresh perspectives and ultimately enhance the educational experience for their students by bringing new tools, knowledge, and inspiration to the classrooms.