PD: Blended Learning in the Classroom Course being offered this Summer/Fall

Blended Learning in the Classroom Course Flyer

This spring, our PPS tech director, our tech integration specialists, four of our middle school teachers, and one elementary teacher completed the REMC Blended Learning in the Classroom (BLiC) course. This 62 SCECHs course was really beneficial in moving many of us forward in our learning and understanding of Blended Learning. It offered background on what blended learning was (hint: it isn't just flipping your classroom!) and how to organize your classroom to get the most out of the time you have with your students. Although the course was amazing, it was a significant amount of work that would be challenging to complete during the school year without release time. Thankfully, the course organizers have heard our concerns and have decided to offer a "split" course that would cover the first three modules during the summer when we all have more time to think and process, then finish up the rest of the hands-on modules in the fall when we have our kiddos. AWESOME!!!

Here's the updated flyer for the Summer/Fall session of BLiC if you are interested in participating. We HIGHLY recommend this course! It is definitely worth it.

Please share with any of your colleagues who you feel may be interested in learning more about Blended Learning.

Happy Blending!

Quick Info

Description: Are you looking to increase student engagement in your classroom? Do you want to effectively blend within your classroom to incorporate online elements? This free Blended Learning in the Classroom course is for all types of educators - administrators, teachers of all subjects, teachers of all levels!

Participate in this FREE opportunity to begin transforming your classroom.
Optional: 62 SCECHs - $10 processing fee

Course Dates

Part 1: July 20 - August 24 (orientation & modules 1 - 3)
Part 2: September 21 - November 30 (modules 4 - 8)
Face-to-face session: July 21st from 9:00-11:30AM Kalamazoo RESA Service Center

Instructor:Keith Tramper, Kalamazoo RESA

Registration Click here.

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