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This course explores intermediate (grades 3-5) and middle school (grades 6-8) math topics using the standards for mathematical practices as the elemental instructional support resource. This course advances through four (4) Instructional Modules that begin with Week #1 and end with Week #4 including topics such as implementing the standards for mathematical practices (SMP), using data to drive instructional practices, and application of concepts and learnings. The course requires the use of Mississippi Department of Education resources such as scaffolding documents, model lessons, and instructional planning guides to support best instructional practices in mathematics. Weekly Learning Paths include readings, explanation videos, application of learning, discussion tasks, performance tasks, and weekly reflections.
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Start date:05/13/2026 End date: 06/10/2026
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This course is designed for K – 12 classroom teachers who share a responsibility for helping their students become successful writers. Writing allows students to develop critical and creative thinking skills in every subject area. This course will assist you in developing techniques to teach and assess writing in all areas of the curriculum.
By the end of this workshop, participants will understand:
• How to use writing as a learning tool in all content areas
• How writing can build critical thinking skills
• How to incorporate technology with content area writing
• Evaluation methods for content area writing
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Welcome to your future classroom! In this e-learning course, you’ll explore how artificial intelligence (AI) shows up in everyday life and education, understand foundational concepts, and get hands-on practice using AI tools that can save you time, enhance instruction, and spark creativity. You’ll also lead age-appropriate discussions on ethics, bias, and data privacy. By the end, you’ll walk away with confidence in AI and a concrete action plan for bringing AI literacy to your students.
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This professional development course introduces teachers to virtual labs, highlighting their benefits for student engagement and learning. Participants will explore a variety of lab platforms, watch instructional videos, read supporting articles, and practice integrating these tools into lesson plans. By the end of the course, teachers will be equipped with strategies and resources to effectively incorporate virtual labs into their own classrooms.
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2101: Teaching the Struggling Reader
This class focuses on reviewing strategies and investigating ourselves, as educators, to better understand both what we know and how to improve the implementation of assessments and evaluations. The course will briefly investigate the micro-science of test construction and how to help students with test-taking success.
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2201: Best Practices for Differentiated Instruction in K-12 Classrooms
This workshop is designed to assist K – 12 teachers in effectively adapting lessons to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners. Participants will explore creative teaching strategies and assessments that support differentiated instruction and become familiar with strategies for managing a DI classroom. Teachers are encouraged to try some of the strategies in their classroom and discuss pros and cons with other learners in weekly discussions. By the end of this workshop, participants will understand:
• Strategies that support DI.
• Become familiar with strategies for managing a DI classroom.
• How to develop a final product that incorporates DI strategies to meet the needs of learners.
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This 4-week eLearning course supports educators in using Everlasting: Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers as a powerful instructional text through inquiry-based, standards-aligned lesson design. Participants will explore documentary storytelling, primary and secondary sources, and the Inquiry Design Model (IDM) to create engaging lessons that encourage students to ask questions, investigate ideas, and take responsibility for their own learning. Through collaborative discussion and practical application, educators will design classroom-ready lessons that promote active engagement, critical thinking, and student-centered instruction.
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3200: Integrating Visual Arts In the K-12 Curriculum
The purpose of this course is to help elementary educators develop arts-integrated lessons aligned with state and national content standards. It was developed as part of a partnership among the Mississippi Department of Education, Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and the Mississippi Museum of Art to further the arts in education.
This four-week asynchronous online course will guide instructors in designing units of study enhanced through visual and performing arts activities and resources to boost student interest and performance. Arts-infused teaching and assessment strategies will be presented for all disciplines, specifically language arts, social studies, math, and science. The course will also offer a variety of free online arts resources for classroom use.
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3300: Teacher Wellness and Burnout Prevention
This course is designed to help educators prioritize their well-being, manage stress, and build sustainable practices for a balanced professional and personal life. Participants will explore strategies for self-care, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and setting healthy boundaries to prevent burnout and enhance classroom effectiveness. Through reflective activities, practical tools, and collaborative discussions, teachers will leave with a personalized wellness plan that supports long-term resilience and joy in their work.
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4500: Introduction to Mississippi’s Multi-Tiered Systems of Support ~ MTSS
MTSS stands for Multi-Tiered System of Supports. It's a framework used in schools to provide targeted support to students who are struggling academically or behaviorally. The goal of MTSS is to intervene early so students can catch up with their peers. Gain a full understanding of teh basic roles and responsibilities of the MTSS team to implement the three tiers, some recommended strategies for intervention, and expectations for documenting the process: Tier 1: Universal Instruction and support for all students Tier 2: Targeted Interventions for students who need additional help Tier 3: Intensive, individualized support for students with significant needs.
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