This course is designed to develop the capacity of secondary educators to provide Newcomer students with rich, meaningful, and high-quality learning opportunities. Educators will learn to challenge common assumptions about who Newcomers are and what they are capable of achieving. Participants will explore, experience, and design highly structured, effective instructional opportunities tailored to students who are just beginning their educational journeys in the U.S. The course will also guide educators in crafting meaningful peer interactions among Newcomers with varying levels of English language proficiency. Throughout the course, teachers will reflect deeply on their own practices and examine the educational theories that inform their instructional decisions.
Number of Units: 1 - 2.5 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours. Please choose unit selection upon checkout.
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for WestEd Participants.
Audience: Educators K-12
Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. No refunds will be issued after the 30-day period.
Enrollment Open: June 9, 2025 – December 31, 2025 (11:59pm PT)
Number of Units: 1.0 – 2.5 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours. Please select units at checkout.
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The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.
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