Enhancing Writing

Course Available
2 Units
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for DoDEA Participants Only

This course focuses on designing interdisciplinary units that integrate science and social studies with writing, based on research-backed best practices. Participants will learn to use informal pre-assessments to adjust lessons, design mini-lessons for more effective learning, and implement small-group instruction strategies to support students. By the end of the course, participants will engage in collaborative planning, collect evidence of student learning, and reflect on their practice to continually improve instruction.

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoDEA Participants.

Prerequisites: Participants must a certified elementary teacher who has administered summative assessments.

Course Options

Course Date Units Price
EDC-X713Y – 001 13 Jan 202503 Mar 2025 2 $158

Enhancing Writing

13 Jan 202503 Mar 2025
2
$158
Credit Validation
Online In Person

Audience: Elementary classroom teachers who teach 3rd-5th grade.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Enrollment Open Through: November 25, 2024 – December 20, 2024 (11:59pm PT)

What You Will Learn

  • Engage in class discussions to reflect on experiences and collaborate on interdisciplinary planning
  • Record and share a lesson using tools learned throughout the course
  • Provide feedback on at least three posts from peers
  • Collaborate on planning and developing effective teaching strategies
  • Collect evidence of student learning through pre- and post-assessments
  • Submit a journal and surveys by the required deadline

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Credit Validation

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.

Key Benefits of Credit Validation Courses

Make Your Work Count

Earn credit for your previous work in trainings, workshops, and conferences through a simple process.

Advance Faster

Save money by earning credit for work you completed and get one step closer to salary advancement.

Work Towards a Degree

Many receiving institutions may accept credits towards degree programs, giving you a head start in earning a graduate degree.