Welcome!
You are in the right place to learn about effective instruction as a substitute teacher.
In this course, substitute teachers and other educators will learn how to create a lesson, teach like a pro, while keeping students engaged and learning.
The course is targeted for Pre-K to 12 substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other educators.
Wyoming Subs = PTSB 1 CEU
Others = 15 Clock Hours Credit Hours
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to explore different strategies and instructional approaches to help students succeed in the classroom. The focus is on lesson design, instructional strategies, good teaching, Bloom’s Taxonomy, direct instruction, cooperative learning, project-based learning, modeling, engagement, discussions, types of instruction, using games, brain breaks, pacing, transitions, warm-ups and exit tickets, mindset, and more.
Course Curriculum
- Essential Questions and Outcomes for Module 1
- Plan like a Champion
- Let's Get Ready to Rumble- Anticipatory Set
- Out Think the Opponent- Bloom's Taxonomy and D.O.K
- Practice Winning Everyday- A Brief Look into Student Achievement
- Observing Student Learning
- Creating Lesson Plans
- No Plans- Now What?
- Timeout! Pause and Ponder
- Essential Questions and Outcomes for Module 3
- Rule Book: The 411 on Engagement
- Active Participation - It's Everyone's Game
- Put me in Coach: Active Learning & Participation
- Hey Batter-Batter: Reflective Discussions
- Play Ball! Movement
- Play by Play- Engaging Strategies
- The Major League- KWL & Other Graphic Organizers
- The Importance of Reading
- Timeout! Pause and Ponder
Step in with confidence!
Do you need more tools for your teaching toolbox?
No shame! Teaching is hard and we all need new ideas for teaching engaging lessons. There is a lot to think about: pacing, engagement, asking questions, leading discussions, warm-ups, exit tickets, active participation, and more!
But guess what? It’s the perfect time to fill your toolbox.
It is likely that you have never been really trained what good instruction looks like and how to do it. It takes trained teachers a long time, years in fact, to figure this stuff out.
The problem is not you it’s the lack of training that you received. This course will give you the confidence you need to teach like a pro.
Texts, Readings, Instructional Resources:
Required Texts: None
Required Reading: Internet links to articles provided
Optional/Recommended Readings: Included links within classroom.
Course Requirements: Each student is expected to participate in the course and finish all modules.
Grade Scale: Pass or Fail
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and continues at your pace! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does one year sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for 365 days - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 3 days and we will give you a full refund.
Will I get a certificate of completion?
Yes! You can print your certificate from the classroom once you complete all learning modules.