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Fall 2009 Course Offerings

In alphabetical order.  Brooklyn College graduate courses have a course number as well as a title.  Please note that all graduate courses may also be taken for in-service credit.

In-Service Offerings $90.00 per credit or $270.00 per 3 credit course/Brooklyn College Graduate Offerings $600.00.

New Student?  Take $20.00 off the tuition of your first in-service course.  

Mail registration, register on-site, e-mail us your registration or call 631-473-8500.

E-mail your registration:    liips@optonline.net

 

Courses are being added daily, please check back.  Please note our new site in Jericho - The Jericho Jewish Center, a state of the art facility right off the LIE/Northern State  >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

 

On-line courses:    Work at your own pace!

The Effects of Nutrition on Learning        (3 credits/45 hours)             in-service credit only        

ON-LINE    September 1 - September 30, 2009    (registration open until September 11th, 2009)

Students are often bombarded by the media with unhealthy food choices.  Teachers have the ability to help students understand the ramifications of their food choices in improving physical health and mental alertness.  This course will examine the political, economic, medical, and social paradigms within the educational system and their connection to nutrition. We will explore the correlations between nutrition, exercise, learning, cognitive development, and behaviors as observed within the school environment.  This course is suitable for all educators, K - 12!  All must work must be submitted by October 17, 2008.

Instructors:  Norma Egic and Laurie Graziano

 

Behavior Modification: Succeeding with Difficult Children        (3 credits/45 hours)                in-service credit only 

ON-LINE   September 14 -  October 16, 2009  (now 10/26/09)  

(Course extended to 10/26/09 - registration through October 2, 2009)

Course Description:  Course participants will learn how to build positive relationships with difficult students as well as how to guide students toward more constructive behavior.  Additional aspects of this course will focus on building broken trust and developing positive relationships with more challenging students.  We will identify when and why a difficult student misbehaves, and then develop and individualized plan based on the student's special needs.  Intervention strategies to limit confrontations and the office referrals will also be discussed.  K-12 welcomed.  All work must be submitted by October 16th, 2009.

Instructor:    Nancy Washington

 

Dealing with Difficult Parents (3 credits/45 hours)     in-service credit only      

ON-LINE      September 14 -  October 16, 2009    (now 10/26/09)

(Course extended to 10/26/09 - registration through October 2, 2009)

Course Description:  A course designed to develop the necessary teaching skills needed to promote a positive atmosphere when presented with the task of gaining the support of parents in your classroom setting.  A variety of models, theories, and philosophies pertaining to positive parental support will be explored and opportunity for application will be provided.   A must of all educators, K- 12!  All work must be submitted by September 30, 2009.

Instructor:  Hal Miskin

 

Multiple Intelligences:  The Key To Increasing Student Competency    (3 credits/45 hours)          in-service credit only        

ON-LINE     September 21 - October 21, 2009            (registration through October 2, 2009)    

Course Description:  The study of “Multiple Intelligences” is an exciting and important way to examine the various learning styles of our students.  This becomes increasingly relevant as we prepare students of varying abilities for the mandated New York State Exams.  Encouraging multiple intelligences within our classrooms is a key to developing each student’s unique approach to learning.  We will be examining the pioneering theories of Harvard educator Howard Gardner whose work has had a profound impact on thinking and practice in education.  Multiple intelligence research has particularly strong ramifications in the classroom; it will help educators accommodate children according to their different orientations to learning. Incorporating multiple intelligence instruction increases student performance while simultaneously helping students to become lifelong learners. A primary goal of multiple intelligence theory is to enable our students to perform at their own highest level. Find out how to unlock the academic potential of every student!  Suitable for all educators, K -12.
All work must be submitted by October 21, 2009.
                                                    
Instructor:  Judi Weissman

 

Methods and Ways To Improve Your Classroom    (3 credits/45 hours)  in-service credit only        

ON-LINE     September 21, 2009 – November 1, 2009        (registration through October 15, 2009)

Course Description:   This class will discuss ways and teach you some methods to improve your classroom.  Ideas and methods will be studied using your computer and the Internet.  Interactive activities will be heavily used throughout this course.  Lessons will be designed to use in your classroom.  This course is a must for all teachers and it is appropriate for any grade level or subject area K - 12.  You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by November 1, 2009.

Instructor:    Joe Bienz

 

The Internet as your Classroom  (3 credits/45 hours)  in-service credit only   

ON-LINE     September 21, 2009 – November 1, 2009        (registration through October 15, 2009)

Course Description:  Wouldn’t you just like to put down those textbooks and jump into the future of education?  This class will provide you with tools to use the Internet.  There are tons of free resources that are just a click away!  Web page studies, web site review, and lots of fun resources for your classroom.  This class is great for any educator looking to expand their current bag of tricks.  You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by November 1, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz 

 

 

Ways to Make Your Classroom Fun!  (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only     

ON-LINE     October 1, 2009 – November 1, 2009        (registration through October 15, 2009)

Course Description:     How would you like to make your classroom come alive this year?  Well, now you can!  This class will focus on methods and strategies that will not only enhance the learning process, but it will be fun and easy for your students.  Teachers will learn strategies; design and implement new lessons in their classrooms, and have fun while doing it.  This course is a must for all teachers and it is appropriate for any grade level or subject area K - 12.  .  All work must be submitted by November 1, 2009.

 

Ethics and Morality: Perspectives for Teachers  (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only 

ON-LINE    October 5 - November 12, 2009        (registration through October 19, 2009)    
Course Description:  Each day upon your arrival at school, it is likely that you will have to make choices involving an ethical issue. Whether it involves plagiarism, a fight you witnessed, or inappropriate behavior on the part of a student or colleague, your own ethical code will come into play. This course will explore the broad variety of ethical and moral issues faced by educators and all school personnel. Classroom activities that encourage students to examine their own values and ethics will be discussed. Additionally, participants will develop ways to motivate their own students to display ethical behavior in their academics and in their personal lives. Ethical decisions and behaviors of school district leaders and administrators will also be examined. Standardized testing and school laws related to ethics will be addressed, as will local issues of ethical or moral lapses in our schools. Through a diverse variety of readings and accompanying assignments, this course will aim to help participants strengthen their own understanding of the ethical and moral concerns educators must deal with. This class will provide extensive opportunities to study issues of ethics and morality related to all aspects of education and the school environment.  Suitable for all educators, K - 12.  All work must be submitted by November 12, 2009.  

Instructor: Judi Hearst Weissman

 

Family Impact on Education    (3 credits/45 hours)     in-service credit only        

ON-LINE  October 5 - November 12, 2009    (registration through October 19, 2009)

Course Description:     As educators, we have become increasingly aware of the many factors that can influence a student’s ability to succeed in school. For many of our students, it is clear that their home lives greatly impact on their school behavior and performance.  Those students living in an atmosphere of family dysfunction will, unfortunately, tend to “bring” these problems with them to school.  Educators must be prepared to address these issues while simultaneously keeping the focus where it must be - helping students to learn and succeed.  Often, our role as teachers seems to be more far-reaching than it used to be; the boundaries of what we do as teachers has, in many ways, expanded.  This course will examine the connection between students’ home lives and their school performance.   As teachers, we are the ones most likely to observe changes in students’ behavior, academics, peer relationships and appropriate interactions with adults.  At times, these situations can even affect the overall climate of your classroom and thus must be recognized and addressed. 
Suitable for all educators and counselors, K - 12. All work must be submitted by November 12, 2009.
 
Instructor:  Judi Weissman

 

Cooperative Learning In The Classroom   (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only

ON-LINE    November 2, 2009 - December 1, 2009    (registration through November 15, 2009)

Course description:  This course will enable teachers to effectively use cooperative learning strategies in the classroom.  Cooperative learning procedures will be defined, demonstrated, and modeled.  Participants will become acquainted with theories and research on cooperative learning, the basic elements that make cooperative learning work, and the teacher’s role in implementing and assessing students’ work.  These techniques will help to improve student self-esteem, individual accountability, positive interdependence and will enhance a climate of acceptance of differences in the classroom.  You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by December 1, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz  

 

How To Reach Those Special Students  (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only

ON-LINE    November 2, 2009 - December 1, 2009    (registration through November 15, 2009)

Course Description:  Do you ever wonder how am I going to help this student?  Well, now you can!  We will look at difficult students and their parents, gifted students, E.L.L. learners, and many students who may require some special assistance.  This class is great for any educator at any level!   You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by December 1, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz

 

Crash Course in Special Education     (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only

ON-LINE    November 2, 2009 - December 1, 2009    (registration through November 15, 2009)

Course Description:  Special Education topics are constantly changing as are our students!  This course will touch on a variety of current topics dealing with Special Education students.  The information provided will help teachers to effectively deal with Special education students and to meet the needs of every learner.  This is a great class for any teacher from beginner to the veteran!   You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by December 1, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz

 

Safe School Mandates:  Preventing School Violence    (3 credits/45 hours)     in-service credit only       

ON-LINE    November 2 - December 8, 2009      (registration through November 16, 2009)    

Course Description:    Safe school initiatives have become a priority for schools across the country. Safe schools are essential to young people’s academic success; as educators, we must be able to assure our students that school is a safe place where they can learn without fear of violence. The “No Child Left Behind” act ensures that all students will have the opportunity to attend a safe school.
     Course participants will study programs and solutions currently being used to prevent the occurrence of violent incidents in our schools. School policies regarding discipline, security and crisis preparedness will also be examined.  Teachers will be given information that will help them identify and address risk factors in student behavior that might lead to incidents of violence.  Problems such as bullying, gangs, and aggressive behavior toward peers or teachers will also be studied.  Information will be offered through extensive handouts, assigned readings and group projects.
      We can make our schools safer if we understand what leads to violence and the interventions that will prevent it. School violence may reflect the violence in our communities and neighborhoods; therefore, schools are most effective in confronting school violence when the community around them provides support.
     Successful programs have been initiated in schools throughout the country. We must create the programs that we strongly believe will work for our own students, integrating the best resources our schools and communities have to offer.  This class will address concerns for all educators and counselors, K - 12.      All work must be submitted by December 8, 2009.
                   
Instructor:  Judi Weissman

“NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND” AND MANDATED STATE ASSESSMENTS: IMPACT ON CURRICULUM AND LEARNING"

(3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only 

ON-LINE       November 16 - December 19, 2009            (registration through December 1, 2009)    

Course Description:  Course Description:  As educators, we are responsible for providing instruction that will ensure students' success on the large number of mandated assessments each year. Clearly, this has a great impact on curriculum development and our daily lesson planning. The “No Child Left Behind Act” requires states to create an accountability system for tests, graduation rates, attendance and other indicators.  Schools also have to meet adequate yearly progress goals by raising levels of achievement.
     This course will explore how the NCLB Act and the mandated state assessments effect  our classroom instruction, our students, and our curriculum development. We will explore the impact the tests themselves have on our students’ performance and learning competency.  We will also explore whether or not the new assessments have successfully fulfilled their original purpose - to bridge the gap between test scores of students from different socioeconomic groups. Through the use of readings and assignments participants will have the opportunity to study all aspects of the NCLB Act and state assessments. Teachers will use their classroom experiences and observations to reach their own conclusions about the efficacy of the present system of testing and accountability. Suitable for all educators, K - 12. All work must be submitted by December 19, 2009.   

Instructor: Judi Hearst Weissman

 

Multiple Intelligences:  The Key To Increasing Student Competency    (3 credits/45 hours)          in-service credit only        

ON-LINE    November 16 - December 19, 2009                (registration through November 30, 2009)    

Course Description:  The study of “Multiple Intelligences” is an exciting and important way to examine the various learning styles of our students.  This becomes increasingly relevant as we prepare students of varying abilities for the mandated New York State Exams.  Encouraging multiple intelligences within our classrooms is a key to developing each student’s unique approach to learning.  We will be examining the pioneering theories of Harvard educator Howard Gardner whose work has had a profound impact on thinking and practice in education.  Multiple intelligence research has particularly strong ramifications in the classroom; it will help educators accommodate children according to their different orientations to learning. Incorporating multiple intelligence instruction increases student performance while simultaneously helping students to become lifelong learners. A primary goal of multiple intelligence theory is to enable our students to perform at their own highest level. Find out how to unlock the academic potential of every student!  Suitable for all educators, K -12.
All work must be submitted by December 19, 2009.
                                                    
Instructor:  Judi Weissman

 
Preparing for State Assessments through Technology and Media        (3 credits/45 hours)       in-service credit only         

ON-LINE    October 1 - 30, 2009        (registration open until October 9th, 2009)        

Course Description:  In elementary, middle, and again high school, students are required to show competency by passing NYS tests and Regents exams.  Preparing students for these examinations is an ongoing process.  Focus on strategies to prepare our students has become a challenge.  Upon completion of this course, educators will have a working knowledge of the state exams and questioning strategies to help children prepare for these exams. Educators will examine the World Wide Web and newspapers to develop lessons. Educators will use these tools to enrich their own and their school's practices in assisting students to prepare for these content-area based exams.  This course is suitable for all educators, K - 12!  All work must be submitted by October 30, 2009.

Instructors:  Norma Egic and Laurie Graziano

 

Establishing a Bully Free Classroom: How Parents and Teachers Can Help Break the Cycle of Violence   

(3 credits/45 hours)                in-service credit only 

ON-LINE    October 19 - November 23, 2009    (registration open until October 30, 2009)

Course Description:   

Almost 30% of youth in the United States (or over 5.7 million) are estimated to be involved in bullying as either a bully, a target of bullying, or both. Data also suggests that adults tend to greatly underestimate the intensity and frequency with which bullying occurs. Whether it takes the form of physical confrontation, gossiping, teasing, or excluding others, bullying is a critical issue that affects the school climate and the learning environment of every classroom in which it occurs. It is critical that teachers have the tools and skills to address the problem in an appropriate and effective manner.. This course will:
bulletprovide educators with strategies to empower victims, witnesses, and those doing the bullying to stand up for themselves and others.
bulletprovide educators with tools and exercises that can be used in the classroom to foster empathy, tolerance and honest conversation about bullying issues.
bulletprovide a framework for identifying the different types of bullying, and tools that can promote courage and self-confidence in students

Open to all K-12 teachers.  All work must be submitted by November 23, 2009.  

Instructor:  Nancy Washington

 

STRENGTHENING YOUR INCLUSION CLASSROOM;  SUCCESSFUL STRATEGIES THAT WORK FOR ALL GRADES & SUBJECTS

(3 credits/45 hours)     in-service credit only                    NEW COURSE!!!!

ON-LINE   October 19 - November 23, 2009    (registration open until October 30, 2009)

Course Description:  A course designed to develop the necessary teaching skills needed to promote a positive atmosphere in the classroom, while strengthening your instructional techniques in order to reach success with all students. A variety of models, theories, and philosophies pertaining to an inclusion setting will be explored and opportunity for application will be provided.  Suitable all educators, K - 12.    All work must be submitted by November 23, 2009.

Instructor:  Hal Mishkin

 

Immigration and the 21st Century Classroom: Influences on Learning and Curriculum Development (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only   NEW COURSE!!!!

ON-LINE     October 24 - December 4, 2009    (registration open until November 6, 2009)

Course Description:  The explosive growth in immigrant populations in the  U.S.   over the past two decades has tested the elasticity of the public school system. As a result, immigration has transformed school communities and forced educators to reassess curriculum.  Has the presence of children of immigrants impacted curriculum development in your school?  This course considers current theories and pedagogy about effective ways to teach immigrant students. This course also encourages an active exchange of ideas between educators. It's an opportunity to explore the way immigration has influenced curriculum and learning in the 21stcentury classroom and how our public schools are reinventing themselves to meet the challenge.   Appropriate all educators K - 12.

Instructor:  Stacey Kimbell 

 

Classroom Management  K-12  (3 credits/45 hours)     in-service credit only    

ON-LINE  December 1 - 30, 2009     (registration open until December 11, 2009)

Course Description:  A course designed to develop the necessary teaching skills needed to promote a positive atmosphere in the classroom. A variety of models, theories, and philosophies pertaining to classroom management will be explored and opportunity for application will be provided.  A must of all educators, K- 12!   All work must be submitted by November 23, 2009.

Instructor:  Hal Miskin

 

Ethics and Morality: Perspectives for Teachers  (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only 

ON-LINE    December 1 - 30, 2009        (registration through December 14, 2009)    
Course Description:  Each day upon your arrival at school, it is likely that you will have to make choices involving an ethical issue. Whether it involves plagiarism, a fight you witnessed, or inappropriate behavior on the part of a student or colleague, your own ethical code will come into play. This course will explore the broad variety of ethical and moral issues faced by educators and all school personnel. Classroom activities that encourage students to examine their own values and ethics will be discussed. Additionally, participants will develop ways to motivate their own students to display ethical behavior in their academics and in their personal lives. Ethical decisions and behaviors of school district leaders and administrators will also be examined. Standardized testing and school laws related to ethics will be addressed, as will local issues of ethical or moral lapses in our schools. Through a diverse variety of readings and accompanying assignments, this course will aim to help participants strengthen their own understanding of the ethical and moral concerns educators must deal with. This class will provide extensive opportunities to study issues of ethics and morality related to all aspects of education and the school environment.  Suitable for all educators, K - 12.  All work must be submitted by December 30, 2009.  

Instructor: Judi Hearst Weissman

 

Learning Disabilities    (3 credits/45 hours)             in-service credit only             

ON-LINE    December 1 - 30, 2009     (registration through December 11, 2009)

Course Description:  Learning Disabilities is a course which will provide a foundation of knowledge that will allow the teacher to understand the differences in learning disabilities and the related characteristics.  Teachers will explore the historical perspective to understand how the laws throughout the years have changed to accommodate students who have been classified with a learning disability. Teachers will review a variety of materials, learn new strategies, and try new activities to develop innovative methods for creating lessons to assist students with learning disabilities.  This course is suitable for all educators, K - 12.  All work must be submitted by December 30, 2008.

Instructors:  Norma Egic and Laurie Graziano

 

Skills That will Benefit all Teachers   (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only

ON-LINE    December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009   (registration through December 15, 2009)

Course Description:  Skills that will benefit ALL teachers is a class designed to help teachers at every grade level.  This course will focus on dealing with difficult parents and students, different classroom situations, and effective teaching techniques.  Skills to enhance Classroom Management and organization, and how to become an effective classroom teacher will be analyzed.  Teachers will create and design multiple lessons that they will use in their own classrooms.  Teachers will leave this course with many new strategies that they can share with their students and their colleagues.  This course can benefit every teacher from the beginner to the veteran to enhance his or her own teaching abilities.  You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by December 31, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz 

 

Becoming A Great Teacher-Influences of Harry Wong  (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only

ON-LINE    December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009   (registration through December 15, 2009)

Course Description:  The beliefs of Harry Wong and his First Days of Teaching book will be a strong influence on this class. Topics will include effective teaching strategies, proactive teaching, classroom management, setting up your classroom, starting the school year off right, and many other important topics. You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by December 31, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz 

 

  Working with Special Needs Students in your Classroom!   (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only

ON-LINE    December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009   (registration through December 15, 2009)

This course will focus on an overview of many needs of your students.  Topics will include OCD, ADHD, Autism and the spectrum, Asperger’s Syndrome, Tourette’s Syndrome, Sensory Integration and how this will impact your classroom and the students in the class!    This class is great for any educator at any level!  You can work at your own pace.  All work must be submitted by December 31, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz

 

 

Hybrid Courses:  The perfect blend of classroom and on-line work.

Issues that Affect Students Inside and Outside of the Classroom    (3 credits/45 hours)   in-service credit only     

HYBRID  Smithtown Site    Tuesday October 6, Thursday October 8, and Tuesday October 13    4:15 - 9:15pm 

Course Description:  There are many issues that affect students besides learning.  In today’s classroom it is a Pandora’s box of unknown variables.  Issues that affect students now spill over into the classroom.  We will examine many of these issues including gangs in schools, divorce, home life, abuse, and many other topics that may affect your student’s lives.  This course is recommended for any educator or any person who works with children.  This class is designed as a hybrid and involves fifteen hours in the classroom and thirty hours on-line course work.  All coursework is due no later than November 15, 2009.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz  

 

Character Education: Utilizing School and Community Resources  (3 Credits/45 hours)  in-service credit only 

HYBRID  Smithtown Site     Wednesdays   October 7, 14 and 21     5 - 10 p.m.

Course Description:  Character education is now a mandated part of our curriculum. New York State Education Law directs schools to “ensure that the course of instruction in grades kindergarten through twelve includes a component on civility, citizenship and character education.” In the school environment, character education is a means of promoting integrity and teaching students about the principles of honesty, tolerance, personal responsibility and respect for others. The hope is that this instruction will enhance the quality of our students’ lives as well as encourage them to make positive contributions to their communities. A key component of the course will be developing curriculum projects and relevant, grade appropriate lessons.  Character building must be a collaborative effort between our schools and our communities. Integrity, compassion, and excellence are universal principles that can be taught. Schools must lead the charge to ensure that these qualities are instilled in our students; the result will be better schools and stronger communities. Suitable for all educators, K - 12.  All work must be submitted by October 26, 2009.   

Instructor:  Judi Hearst Weissman

 

Dynamics of Successful Teaching:  Impact on Student Performance        (3 Credits / 45 hours)     in-service credit only  

HYBRID        Smithtown site   Wednesdays  October 28, November 4 and 18     5 - 10 p.m.

Course Description:  What makes a teacher one of the “great ones?”  Our performance as teachers has a great deal to do with students’ success in our classrooms.  The teacher-student relationship must foster academic achievement and be the foundation for a dynamic learning environment. This course will examine strategies for creating a classroom atmosphere conducive to student success.  Many teachers today recognize the importance of finding the right balance of professionalism and caring in their relationships with students.  In these challenging times, we are increasingly called upon to take on many different roles as we perform our jobs as educators.  We must prepare our students for all of the mandated New York State Exams and cover broader curriculum requirements as well.  With the help of articles and ideas from a variety of professional publications, we will explore the dynamics of successful teaching and its impact on student performance. When students genuinely enjoy being in a teacher’s classroom, their performance improves.  Learn how to be the kind of teacher that students respect and admire. This course will give you the skills to develop a learning environment that students will look forward to!   Suitable for all teachers, K - 12.  All work must be submitted by November 24, 2009.      

Instructor:  Judi Weissman

Safe School Mandates:  Preventing School Violence    (In-Service, 3 Credits / 45 hours)        in-service credit only  

 HYBRID        Smithtown site     Mondays and Wednesdays  December 2, 7, 9   ----  5 - 10 p.m.

Course Description:    Safe school initiatives have become a priority for schools across the country. Safe schools are essential to young people's academic success; as educators, we must be able to assure our students that school is a safe place where they can learn without fear of violence. The “No Child Left Behind” act ensures that all students will have the opportunity to attend a safe school.
     This course will provide a forum to research and discuss programs and solutions currently being used to prevent the occurrence of violent incidents in our schools. School policies regarding discipline, security and crisis preparedness will also be examined.  Teachers will be given techniques to help them identify and address risk factors in student behavior that might lead to incidents of violence.  Problems such as bullying, gangs, and aggressive behavior toward peers or teachers will also be studied.  Information will be offered through extensive handouts and assigned readings.
      We can make our schools safer if we understand what leads to violence and the interventions that will prevent it. School violence may reflect the violence in our communities and neighborhoods; therefore, schools are most effective in confronting school violence when the community around them provides support.
     Successful programs have been initiated in schools throughout the country. We must create the programs that we strongly believe will work for our own students, integrating the best resources our schools and communities have to offer.  This class will address concerns for all educators and counselors, K - 12.         All work must be submitted by December 15, 2009
                   
Instructor:  Judi Weissman

 

Traditional Classroom Courses:

SATURDAYS ONLY  

Assisting Students with Autism/Asperger's Syndrome    (3 credits/45 hours)      On William Floyd Approved Courses List K - 12

in-service credit only

Smithtown Site  Saturdays     10/3, 17, 24, 31, 11/7     8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Course Description:    Autism is a complex disorder; often described as a "spectrum disorder", a disease that can range from mild to severe.  The number of students diagnosed with autism is increasing steadfastly in our society.  Although currently there is not known cure, autism is treatable.  This course will provide a comprehensive explanation of the various components of the autistic disorder.  Current research will be presented on the most successful treatment of modalities that will guide and assist the teacher working with multi-level autistic students.

Instructor:  Alonna Rubin

 

 

792.2X - Teaching Writing Across the Curriculum   (3 Credits / 45 hours)   On William Floyd Approved Courses List K - 12

Brooklyn College Course

Graduate or In-Service

Smithtown Site    Saturdays:  November 14, 21  and December 5, 12, 19 ---------  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Course Description:  Examination of the writing process in the school setting.  Study and application of recent research to classroom practice.  Analysis of the relationships between writing and critical thinking. 

This exciting and “hands on” course will help educators become successful and comfortable with the teaching strategies necessary to incorporate relevant writing activities in all subject areas.  Specific strategies to improve students’ writing will be reviewed and a large variety of materials will be given to participants.  Techniques for introducing writing assignments into all subject areas will be offered; additionally, suggestions for incorporating the new E.L.A. Standards will be discussed. While we must focus on preparing students for state exams, it is important to simultaneously keep the joy of self-expression alive and flourishing. Writing activities, brought into any subject area, has the potential to develop and improve critical thinking skills. A variety of writing activities will be modeled and participants will be guided to create activities and lessons appropriate for their own students. Through discussion, examples and instruction, this course will provide the roadmap for teaching your students to enjoy the writing process and become successful writers.  When students enjoy writing, their skills inevitably improve. Find out how to make this happen in your classroom!   This class is suitable for all educators, K-12.

Instructor:  Judi Hearst Weissman  

 

 

FRIDAYS ONLY  

Thinking Inside the Box    (3 credits/45 hours)     in-service credit only     On William Floyd Approved Courses List 

Smithtown Site    Fridays     10/2, 16, 23, 30, 11/6, 13, 20 12/4, 11, 18    4:30 - 9:00 pm

Course Description:    The classroom being the box where students and teachers meet.  What goes on at those meetings can be tedious or electric, prosaic or memorable.  This course will enhance the range of the teacher's "learning style" and how to utilize them to best assist students in reaching and surpassing the New York State Learning Standards.  Participants will receive an abundance of new ideas to share in their classrooms, but the best ideas will be generated by their own thinking.  

Instructor:    Bruce Stasiuk

 

 TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM COURSES:

 

726.1X Children and Youth with Special Needs    (3 credits/45 hours)     On William Floyd Approved Courses List 

Graduate or In-Service 

Smithtown Site        Tuesdays and Thursdays    11/3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 12/1, 3, 8, 10, 15        4:15 - 8:00 pm

Course Description:    Survey of characteristics of children who are emotionally disturbed, mentally retarded, physically disabled and neurologically impaired and have learning disabilities.  Implications for the classroom teacher regarding curriculum, management, and integration with normal children.

Instructor:  Joe Bienz

 

712.T Education and Culture in the United States    (3 credits / 45 hours)      

Brooklyn College Course       

Graduate or In-Service   

Jericho Jewish Center   Mondays and Wednesdays   10/5, 7, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, 11/2, 4, 9, 16, 18    4:30 - 8:15 pm  

Course Description:  Analysis of the implication for education of major cultural developments in the United States today.  The actual and potential role of the school is considered from cultural perspectives.  This course is designed to deal with the process of change and how it affects our daily lives as educators.  New reforms will be addressed and broken down from a philosophical to a pragmatic approach.  The course is designed to be interactive and will also leave space for individual problems and situations that arise throughout various sessions.

Instructor:  Anthony Grilli 

 

725T Education of the Gifted Child    (3 credits / 45 hours)        

Graduate or In-Service        

Smithtown Site         Tuesdays/Thursdays and 2 Saturdays   10/13, 15, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 11/3, 5, 7    4:30 - 8:15 pm  

Course Description:    Educational and personal needs of the gifted child and youth; models and strategies for differing instruction.  The purpose of this course is to offer a comprehensive body of knowledge on the various foundations of gifted education including significant educational issues from a broad interdisciplinary viewpoint.  Topics are organized and selected to give students access to the important ideas, issues, and skills in an inclusive classroom setting that meets the needs of gifted children.  Students have the opportunity to observe instructional activities including the uses of electronic technology.  Multicultural education will be explored with the emphasis on bilingual and gifted students who may have handicapping conditions.  The need for collaboration will be stressed, particularly when infusing gifted education into the inclusive classroom.  Suitable all educators, K - 12. 

Instructor:    Hal Mishkin

 

Integrated Classroom     (3 credits/45 hours)         in-service credit only           NEW COURSE!!!!!

Smithtown Site         Tuesdays and Thursdays    11/3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 12/1, 3, 8, 10, 15        4:15 - 8:00 pm

Course Description:   As more and more special education students enter into the mainstream, it is essential that both the mainstream  teacher and the special educator work together towards the student's success. This course discusses what a integrated classroom is and the issues educator's may encounter. Topics include integrated instruction models, teacher dynamics, teacher relationships, teacher roles, parent involvement, field experience scenarios etc.  This course is suitable for all educators, K - 12.  
Instructor - Anthony Gambino

 

Motivating Reluctant Learners with Creative Teaching Techniques  (3 credits / 45 hours)         in-service credit only

Jericho Jewish Center  Tuesdays and Thursdays    11/3* 5*, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 12/1, 3, 8, 10, 15    4:30 - 8:15 pm

*Please note the course now begins on Tuesday 11/10/09. 

Course Description:  If you find yourself as an educator often frustrated by students that are reluctant to learn, then this course is designed for you.  Many students hold back from participating, doing assignments, or classwork, due to a variety of internal, or external factors.  Such reasons can come in the form of environment, their peer groups, relationships with their teachers, or merely the personality of the individual, and may leave students feeling intimidated or even powerless in the classroom.  Where the classroom should be a place of success, it could be, to a reluctant learner, a place of stress and anxiety. 

 In this class we will explore where these internal/external factors may stem from, and how to deal with them head on.  We will discuss techniques about how to reel your students back in with stimulating activities, giving them the confidence to be positive learners.  Specific teaching strategies such as anticipatory sets and motivating devices will be reviewed.  Educational objectives will be discussed, such as the AIM you wish to accomplish in your lesson.  Creative handouts and worksheets will be distributed with practical yet fun techniques for encouraging the reluctant learner to join in to each and every lesson.  These activities are geared toward helping this type of learner climb to the top of the ladder with confidence. 

All strategies discussed in this course will be ones that will prepare your learners for reaching whatever goals they want to achieve.  It all begins with positive thinking by the learner, and a dedicated teaching style on the part of the educator.  Educators will practice and utilize these strategies, and your reluctant students will soon feel the power of success.  This course is suitable for all educators, K-12.    

Instructor: Kim Tomlinson

 

 

726.2T Teaching in Least Restrictive Environment    (3 credits / 45 hours)        

Graduate or In-Service

Smithtown Site    Mondays and Wednesdays    10/26, 28, 11/2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 23, 30, 12/2, 7, 9    4:15 - 8:00 pm

Course Description:    Strategies to integrate and support students with special needs in least restrictive environments.  System and organizational change theories and strategies for developing models of inclusive education.  Focus on curriculum and collaborative processes with other professionals including co-teaching, consultative, and itinerant models.  Engagement of family members in collaborative efforts.  Suitable all educators, K - 12.

Instructor: Anthony Gambino

 

 

Using Curriculum Based Activities to Enhance Creative Learning in the Classroom    (3 credits / 45 hours)                  

in-service credit only

Jericho Jewish Center   Tuesdays and Thursdays    9/22, 24, 29, 10/1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22 27, 29    4:30 - 8:15 pm

Course Description:   As educators, we often find ourselves in situations where our lessons end early, our students have tuned out, or with lulls in our teaching day.  This course is designed to help you get through those few awkward and often crazy minutes where you need to turn things around.  Interesting and mind-challenging approaches will help you to bring back those students who may have faded away.  All activities will be curriculum based and creative, and will focus on “hands-on” strategies to learning that will bring your students back into the classroom, and tune them into the lesson immediately.

Teachers will receive a variety of handouts and materials used to bring creativity back into the learning environment.  Your students will look forward to stimulating their minds with many quick activities that are exciting, creative, challenging and practical.  Approaches such as problem solving, detection, organization, classifying will be shared, as well as the use of brainteasers, puzzles, and word games.  Educators will walk away with a multitude of techniques used to motivate your most lethargic students at any time of the day.  This course is suitable for educators, K-12, as all activities can be adapted for all subjects and grade levels. 

Instructor: Kim Tomlinson

 

763.4T  Workshop in Language Arts      (3 credits/45 hrs)            NEW COURSE!!!!

Brooklyn College Course

Graduate or In-Service    

Jericho Jewish Center     Tuesdays    10/6, 13, 20, 27, 11/3, 10, 17, 24, 12/1, 8, 15, 22    4:30 - 8:15 pm

Course Description:  Language arts is at the center to all learning.  Students need to have positive experiences that engage them in listening, reading, speaking, viewing, and writing.  Attention will be given to the particular needs and interests of the student, with provision for individual and group study.  Language is best learned when it is used well.  The class will examine how a successful ELA curriculum, guides the continuous growth and development of student thinking and learning abilities, K-12.

Refining classroom instruction is at the core of professional development.  Course instruction will focus on proven strategies to assist students to become confident and competent language users.  Competent language users, equipped with enhanced communication skills, will have greater abilities and increased confidence to function at a more proficient meaningful level, in today's society.  Suitable for all educators, K - 12.


Instructor:  Sal Lentini

 

 

Winter Preview!

FEBRUARY VACATION - ONE WEEK COURSE!

“AT-RISK YOUTH: TEACHING ACADEMICALLY UNDER-PREPARED STUDENTS”    (3 Credits / 45 hours)    in-service credit only

Smithtown Site    Monday - Friday    February 15 - 19, 2010    8 a.m. - 5 p.m.  

“It is now clear that the solution to the crisis of at-risk youth is education.  It is education that creates literacy and leads to a productive participation in our society.” 

~Rachel D. Barr and William H. Parrett, Hope Fulfilled for At-Risk Youth

Course Description:  At-risk students are often identified by environmental or socioeconomic factors that may limit their potential for academic success.  As the at-risk population increases, it is important to identify these students and provide them with the resources that will support their learning opportunities. At-risk students are discouraged learners whose particular needs must be met within the school community.  Research consistently confirms that caring educators can be a critical developmental asset for at-risk youth.

This course will provide an overview of the nature of at-risk students and explore the various education programs and alternative learning environments that have proven successful.  Through readings, class handouts, research and discussions, participants will learn about behaviors that at-risk students exhibit and examine the causes of these behaviors. We will also discuss identifying factors including poverty, violence, failure to learn to read, substance abuse, family instability, language deficits and student mobility. Differentiating instructional practices is essential in reaching at-risk students. Specific teaching strategies and educational objectives will be reviewed. For at-risk students, the school environment is typically the place of greatest stability.

With current initiatives that increase expectations and standards, schools must ensure that all students, particularly those at risk, are able to succeed. How instruction is developed often becomes the deciding factor in an at-risk student’s success in the learning process. This course will aim to provide all educators with the information, strategies and research that will make this possible. Suitable for all educators, K - 12.    Course limited to the first 50 students only.

Instructor:  Judi Hearst Weissman  

 

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