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Luna J
EDUX 7005 (H) The Arts in Every Classroom: A Video Library. I was very satisfied with this course. It was easy to enroll in, straightforward, self-paced, and a fair amount of work. The flexible course format allowed me to teach summer school and complete this course, while also enjoying my summer break. One of my favorite parts of this course was seeing teachers and students in action in the video series. I am a visual learner so seeing a classroom in action during an art lesson really helps me to get a better understanding of how a similar lesson would work with my classroom and teaching style. Oftentimes during my teacher trainings and professional developments, we are told what we are expected to do, rather than shown what to do and how to do it. These trainings often leave me feeling confused, overwhelmed and lost. I walk out of those trainings with thoughts like, “What am I doing wrong? How can I be a better teacher for my students? Am I failing my students? Do I even know how to be a teacher?”. On the other hand, this course has left me feeling inspired and excited about the content. I am motivated to adjust my teaching practice to incorporate more art, rather than feeling down on myself for “not doing something right”. I know that art education will ultimately strengthen my students’ engagement and learning, which in return, will help me feel more confident in my abilities as an educator.
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Arias M.
EDUX 7840H In Defense of Read-Aloud: Sustaining Best Practice. One of the best aspects of this course is its comprehensive approach to exploring how read-alouds can enhance literacy development in various age groups. It equips educators with practical strategies to engage students effectively, nurturing a genuine passion for reading and improving their comprehension skills. In addition, the course explores how read-aloud activities can enhance students' social and emotional well-being, encouraging empathy and creating a more cohesive classroom community. This course also addresses potential challenges and offers solutions, making it a valuable resource for teachers looking to refine their read-aloud practices and make them a more impactful part of their teaching approach.
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Stacee D
EDUX 7310 The Brain: Teaching Modules. The best aspects of this course were the clear and concise syllabus, templates, and accessible video series and articles. In addition, the course instructor provided support and could be reached to help resolve any challenges. College courses can be challenging; therefore, easily accessible information is key to a student’s success. This course format was very effective because it gave clear and concise instructions, templates, and resources. The video series and article resources were informative and easily accessible. In addition, enough time was given to complete the course effectively. Lastly, I feel that I can highly recommend this course to colleagues to further their understanding of the functioning of the brain.
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Andrew W
EDUX 8000J Understanding the Brain and Behavior: While there are so many different professional development journeys educators can go on, I feel that development on the brain and its behavior should be a required one. In all my undergrad and grad school classwork, the only class similar to this was one of the psychology of the student mind. While it provided good information on how growing learners learn best, it provided little actionable steps to help students given different lived experiences. EDUX8000 did a wonderful job in not only providing explanations on how the brain reacts and changes due to a variety of experiences, but also how those changes can affect a person's immediate and long term life. Further, the class provided me with how the changes in the brain of an individual can change behavior. Understanding these behavioral changes has led me to being more vigilant for trauma in my students in my classroom. These types of skills are hugely valuable when working with diverse low income middle schoolers which is why all teachers should be informed and trained on the content of this class.
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Michael P
EDUX 7402. Healing ADD. I am very satisfied with this course. I would recommend this course to other teachers, and I already have. I enjoyed the autonomy of choosing the videos and articles that are relevant to where I am. I enjoyed that it was self-directed in a way that I can explore content that benefits my learning and creates more well-rounded pedagogy for myself. Far too often I have been to professional developments in education that are one size fits all and their content is not relevant to where I am. I was so very excited to use collaboration hours to count towards this course because that is the best professional development I have done in years.
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Kristen M
EDUX7831 Healing Anxiety and Depression. I have been very satisfied with this course. I had been looking for a way to earn additional units
in a way that was financially affordable and would allow me to flexibly complete the coursework on my own time and this course was a perfect fit. I would highly recommend this course to any school counselors to gain insight on how to think about and address the issues of anxiety and depression with their students.
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Michael P
EDUX 7400 Change Your Brain, Change Your Body. I am very satisfied with this course. I would recommend this course to other teachers, and I already have. I enjoyed the autonomy of choosing the videos and articles that are relevant to where I am. I enjoyed that it was self-directed in a way that I can explore content that benefits my learning and creates more well-rounded pedagogy for myself. Far too often I have been to professional developments in education that are one size fits all and their content is not relevant to where I am. I was so very excited to use collaboration hours to count towards this course because that is the best professional development I have done in years.
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D. D.
EDUX 7340 The World of Abnormal Psychology. I found deep satisfaction in this course, “The World of Abnormal Psychology”, primarily because of its engaging content and flexible, self-paced structure tailored for busy professionals. The course managed to strike an ideal balance between being intellectually stimulating and accommodating the time constraints faced by individuals with demanding schedules. The intriguing discussions and insights into abnormal psychology not only captivated my interest but also provided valuable knowledge applicable to my professional context. The self-paced nature of the course allowed me to navigate through the material at my convenience, enabling a personalized learning experience that I could seamlessly integrate into my hectic routine. Overall, the combination of compelling content and a self-paced format significantly enhanced my overall satisfaction with the abnormal psychology video course.
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Tessa M
EDUX 7827H Leverage Leadership: A Practical Guide to Building Exceptional Schools What I appreciated most about College Credit Connection and this course were the flexibility it offered. The online format allowed me to complete the coursework at my own pace, fitting it into my busy schedule as a full-time educator. Additionally, the process of earning graduate credit was seamless and straightforward. Overall, I would highly recommend College Credit Connection to other educators looking to further their professional development. It is a reputable and user-friendly platform that offers a wide range of courses to meet the diverse needs of educators. I am grateful for the opportunity to have expanded my knowledge and skills through their programs and look forward to continuing my professional growth with them in the future.
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Clarissa S.
EDUX7600 EDUX 7600: AUTISM IN EDUCATION. I am highly satisfied with the course, thanks to its well-structured content and its direct applicability to my role. The insights gained have enhanced my skills and provided valuable perspectives on current issues in education. I would wholeheartedly recommend this course to others seeking professional development opportunities. The quality of the content, coupled with the engaging learning environment, makes it a worthwhile investment in advancing one's expertise in the field.
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