Instructor: Silvia Araoz

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Adapted PE

This course is one of four designed for Utah K-12 educators seeking a PE Endorsement. This online course will introduce you to basic teaching practices for adapted PE instruction. Students will identify techniques to provide competitive and cooperative sport experiences for students with disabilities consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities. Attendees will demonstrate competency in understanding the IEP procedure protocol.
October 27, 2026 to December 15, 2026, Online

Elementary Methods of Teaching Literacy #2

This course is designed for Utah state educators who are seeking a professional educator license through an Alternative Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL). This course provides a comprehensive exploration of effective reading instruction strategies tailored for elementary education. Emphasizing a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), educators will learn to differentiate reading instruction and assessments to meet diverse learner needs. Participants will delve into the science of reading, understanding the critical role literacy acquisition plays in student success, and its alignment with federal, state, and local educational policies. Key components of the course include creating a positive, literacy-rich learning environment that integrates both digital and print literacies, while addressing cultural and linguistic diversity as well as social inequities. Participants will design a unit of reading instruction that incorporates explicit teaching methods and constructive feedback, focusing on essential elements such as oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
October 20, 2026 to December 1, 2026, Online

Elementary Methods of Teaching Mathematics

This course is designed for Utah state educators who are seeking a professional educator license through an Alternative Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL). New elementary teachers will acquire mathematics instructional skills to promote reasoning and problem solving, assess student progress, and design differentiated instruction and support students in their mathematical learning journey. Teachers will apply reflective practices that cultivate a mindset that every individual can engage in sophisticated mathematical thinking. By the end of this course, participants will be prepared to create inclusive, engaging, and effective mathematics learning environments that promote the success of all students.
October 29, 2026 to December 17, 2026, Online

Empowering Learners

This course is designed for Utah state educators who are seeking a professional educator license through an Alternative Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL). This course focuses on deepening educators' understanding of student learning and development by integrating effective strategies for supporting diverse learners and fostering positive educational environments. Participants will explore how to create and implement learning experiences that are responsive to students' individual needs and backgrounds while promoting engagement and ownership of learning.
October 27, 2026 to November 24, 2026, Online

Human Development/Sexuality

This course is one of four designed for Utah K-12 educators seeking a Health Endorsement. This course focuses on adolescent sexuality/behavior, age and topic-appropriate instruction, state law, and effective curriculum/strategies for human sexuality education within secondary schools including maturation, parenthood, interpersonal skills, and related pedagogy issues. Overview of biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of sexuality education.
October 27, 2026 to December 15, 2026, Online

Instructional Practices that Promote Student Learning

This course is designed for Utah state educators who are seeking a professional educator license through an Alternative Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL). This course is tailored for educators seeking to refine their instructional practices to enhance student learning and engagement. The focus is on employing diverse strategies and tools to meet the varied needs of students while promoting a dynamic learning environment. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with a comprehensive toolkit of instructional practices designed to promote meaningful learning experiences. Educators will be prepared to address diverse student needs, foster critical thinking, and leverage technology to create a vibrant and inclusive classroom environment.
October 28, 2026 to November 25, 2026, Online

Methods of Teaching PE

This course is one of four designed for Utah K-12 educators seeking a PE Endorsement. This online course will introduce you to basic teaching practices for physical education and team activities. Students will develop and implement strategies for teaching motor skill progression by applying the Utah State Core Standards.
October 27, 2026 to December 15, 2026, Online

Methods of Teaching Secondary Special Education Mathematics

This 45-hour, 3-credit course is for special education teachers seeking a Secondary Special Education Mathematics Endorsement or the Alternate Pathway to Professional Educator License-Special Education (APPEL-SPED). This course provides educators with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary to effectively teach mathematics at the secondary level. Emphasizing alignment with grade-level standards, the course focuses on systematically designing instruction toward a specific learning goal by integrating cross-disciplinary skills, a variety of instructional strategies, and the application of mathematical concepts in real-world contexts.
October 28, 2026 to December 9, 2026, Online

Nutrition, Safety, & Disease Prevention

This course is one of four designed for Utah K-12 educators seeking a Health Endorsement. In this course, students will explore the relationship between nutrition to the maintenance of health and the prevention of disease. Principles of disease and major diseases of body systems and organs will be examined.
October 27, 2026 to December 15, 2026, Online

Understanding and Supporting Everyday Addictions

This course dives into the nature of addiction, with a specific focus on everyday addictions that have become prevalent in recent years. Students will explore the psychological, social, and cultural factors contributing to addictive behaviors and thoughts: including how modern technology and social media influence addiction patterns; and how to support individuals struggling with addictive thoughts and behaviors.
October 27, 2026 to December 16, 2026, Online