The following online courses are now open for registration.  Visit www.ideastream.org/education/online

Through ideastream’s online learning professional learning, education professionals have an opportunity to learn, reflect, review and study in a convenient, self-paced way while, at the same time, collaborating with other colleagues via an online learning community.

Not only is the online content of ideastream’s online offerings important and relevant, but participants are also experiencing first-hand how to effectively use interactive resources, use online learning systems, and experience connectedness to an online community.

Graduate credit is available for any of the following online courses through Ashland University for an additional fee of $150/semester hour payable to Ashland University.

To Kill a Mockingbird by H. Lee

Cost: $130 
2 graduate credits for an additional fee

Read this timeless novel while discovering new ways to integrate this Pulitzer Prize winner into your curriculum. Utilizing a variety of multimedia resources, including PBS/NPR programming and online materials, educators learn how they can create innovative andengaging experiences that extend learning far beyond the traditional reading assignment. This class would be valuable for language arts and history teachers, as well as any classroom teacher, guidance counselor or administrator. There are multiple themes in the book that impact on all areas of teaching and working with students. Graduate credit is available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 24, 2012 (6 weeks)

Flipping the Classroom - NEW

Cost: $125 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

In this online course, participants will learn what teachers around the country are doing to reverse the teaching process and take advantage of the student’s love for 21st century technology while adding flexibility to the school day.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
July 11, 2012 - August 7, 2012 (4 weeks)
August 8, 2012 - September 4, 2012 (4 weeks)

Bullying in the Digital Age

Cost: $95 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

Cyber bullying is like having a gigantic megaphone. Bullies can spread vitriol quickly and anonymously. Parents, school administrators, and law enforcement are all concerned about it as law suits and even teen suicides have brought awareness to the issue. This online course takes an in depth look at bullying in the digital age and techniques to use to deal with the issue. Graduate credit is available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
July 11, 2012 - August 7, 2012 (4 weeks)

The Global Achievement Gap - An Online Book Study

Cost: $110 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

In the Global Achievement Gap, education expert Tony Wagner situates our school problems in the larger context of the demands of the global knowledge economy. With insights gained from interviews with business leaders, review of new research and extensive classroom observations in the country’s leading suburban schools, he analyzes performance by considering the skills the next generation will need in the workplace. This is a must-read for anyone interested in seeing our young people achieve their full potential. Graduate credit is available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

August 8, 2012 - September 4, 2012 (4 weeks)

Apps for Educators

Cost: $125 
1 graduate credit for an additional fee

Apps - what are they and how can they be used in the classroom? As more people have access to smaller, mobile devices like iPads and Smartphones, Apps will become more & more popular both in the mainstream and in education. As educators, we need to instruct our students on how to use these mobile devices as learning tools. This online course will explore Apps available for all curriculum areas and grade levels. Graduate credit is available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
July 13, 2012 - August 7, 2012 (4 weeks)
August 8, 2012 - September 4, 2012 (4 weeks)

Using Social Media Safely
 

Cost: $125 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube! The list goes on and on. This media is prevalent in the daily lives of students and teachers. So why not use this media as a tool in your classroom? Use of social networking can benefit students and provide more communication and collaboration among teachers and other educators. This online course will show you how to use this media safely in your curriculum. Graduate credit is available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
July 11, 2012 - August 7, 2012 (4 weeks)
August 8, 2012 - September 4, 2012 (4 weeks)

Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls by R. Simmons

Cost: $110 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

Odd Girl Out shines the light of understanding on the secret lives of girls. The secret world of girls’ aggression is just as harmful as the aggression of boys, but it is harder to recognize. By articulating the dynamics of this behavior, Simmons gives parents and teachers ways in which to help our daughters. Graduate credit available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 10, 2012 (4 weeks)

Boys Adrift by L. Sax

Cost: $110 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

Dr. Sax identifies and explores a disturbing trend - the vast number of boys who seem to be disengaging from school and from their own potential. His analysis of the problem, as well as his insights and advice for parents and teachers make this a must read for anyone who is frustrated with what is happening to boys in our culture.

Session Dates:

July 11, 2012 - August 7, 2012 (4 weeks)

Moodle Basics

Cost: $125 

1 graduate credit for an additional fee

Moodle is a Learning Management System (LMS) that allows teachers to create online learning modules with opportunities for interaction and collaboration. Moodle can be used to create online classes that are completely online or online modules that can be blended with face-to-face experiences. Graduate credit is available for an additional fee.

Session Dates:

June 13, 2012 - July 10, 2012 (4 weeks)
July 11, 2012 - August 7, 2012 (4 weeks)
August 8, 2012 - September 4, 2012 (4 weeks)

Light Up Your Classroom with the Kindle Fire!

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Imagine having a classroom with downloaded educational books, magazines, videos, and music at your fingertips.  How about being able to surf the web and watch Flash videos.  On top of that, open Word and PDF documents, send email, and install apps. Give us three hours and you will receive a Kindle Fire and training on how to do all of these tasks.  Create lessons on this device and much more! 

*All participants will receive the Kindle Fire tablet and a $20 Amazon gift card. 

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Select One Date and Time below:

·        Thursday, May 24, 2012, 4:30pm to 7:30pm

Place:  ideastream®, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115.

Cost:  $319 (includes a Kindle Fire and a $20 Amazon gift card)

To Register: www.ideastream.org/education

Or: We will come to your district and train on a date and time convenient for you.  You will need at least 6 participants.  For more information contact Eric Siler at: 216-916-6358 or at ericsiler@ideastream.org

High Resolution Document Camera

Enhance teaching and learning with this exciting and new document camera!

• COMPACT

Save precious desk space and carry the HoverCam® with ease.

• PROJECT VIDEO

   

Project video via a Windows or Mac computer

• ZOOM’N  PLAN

   

High resolution lens and powerful software allows you to zoom and pan in real time

• RECORD VIDEO

Capture your teaching lesson with one touch audio and video recording, then distribute online or on DVD.

• QUICK SCAN

   

Snap pictures of teaching materials before class or archive documents for reference in high resolution.

Cost: $519 (includes one HoverCam® and training for three participants)

$818 (includes two HoverCams® and training for four participants)

Audience: All Teachers and Administrators

Select One Date Below:

·         Thursday, May 24, 2012, 4:30pm to 7:30pm

Registration:  www.ideastream.org/education

By request: Contact Eric Siler at eric.siler@ideastream.org or at 216-916-6358, to arrange a training date and time.  Training can be held in your building or at ideastream® (1375 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH  44115) 

WVIZ/PBS ideastream®

To register visit:   http://www.ideastream.org/education/online

Flyers are also available on the website! www.ideastream.org

NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS – RESERVE A SPOT NOW! 
CLOSED COURSE – SINGLE DISTRICT PRICING AVAILABLE. 
FLEXIBLE START DATES FOR CLOSED COURSES ARE AVAILABLE.

Contact:  Nancy Burce at (216)916-6422 for pricing details