Este desarrollo profesional crea un conocimiento compartido de aspectos desconocidos de la construcción de la raza y el racismo. Exploramos un marco analítico para determinar las prácticas que sostienen actualmente la Cultura de la supremacía blanca en nuestra institución y algunas maneras de contrarrestarlas. Somos capaces de transmitir enfoques para enmarcar narrativas que motiven a otros a acabar con la cultura de la supremacía blanca y promover la justicia racial. Read more

This course examines the deficit/medical and social models of disability and explores their implications on society and educational practices. Learners will gain an understanding of ableism and learn about ways to challenge stereotypes and biases that impact individuals with disabilities. Additionally, this course will address intersectionality, including what it is, its implications for people with disabilities, and the ways that bias and ableism have distinct implications for multiply marginalized people with disabilities. Read more

Three main laws are largely responsible for impacting the education of students and staff with disabilities in today’s climate: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In this course, you will learn more about each of these laws and how they serve different purposes within the educational setting. Read more

This introductory course empowers educators to strengthen inclusive practices by providing fundamental information about special education, including pivotal legislation, essential acronyms, and inclusive language etiquette. Read more

Through this course, you will explore the purposes and uses of assessment and learn how to develop a balanced, equitable, and supportive system for all learners. When used within a balanced system, high-quality assessment strategies can advance equity for learners, promote academic achievement, and foster student self-efficacy. While assessment systems exist at the classroom, school-wide, and school systems levels, this course will devote much of its attention to promoting equity and balance in assessment systems at the classroom level. Read more

This course offers educators a comprehensive examination of how grading is linked to pedagogy, content, equity, and advocacy. By reimagining the role of grading in education, educators can be empowered to cultivate more equitable, inclusive, and effective learning environments. Although grading practices and policies vary widely across grade levels, school models, and learning conditions, grading policies should uplift and uphold high standards and support every dream and opportunity that a great public education can deliver for students. Read more