Friday Institute Courses

Teaching the Computer Science Discoveries Course

1 rating

Explore introductory computer science for grades 6-10, covering programming, web development, and physical computing. Learn to inspire students through hands-on projects and foster a diverse, equitable classroom environment.

• MOOC-ED
• 20 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Explore strategies to foster learner agency, create supportive environments, and promote equity in education. Develop skills to empower students and enhance their learning experiences.

• MOOC-ED
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Explore strategies to foster learner agency, understand student perspectives, and create empowering environments. Develop a personalized plan to enhance student engagement and success in your classroom.

• MOOC-ED
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Teaching the Beauty and Joy of Computing Curriculum

Comprehensive professional development for educators teaching the Beauty and Joy of Computing curriculum, featuring student videos, programming insights, and effective teaching practices for AP Computer Science Principles.

• MOOC-ED
• 25 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Explore strategies to support diverse learners, deepen understanding of learning differences, and cultivate positive habits of mind to create personalized learning experiences for all students.

• MOOC-ED
• 6 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Certificate

Teaching Foundational Reading Skills

2 ratings

The Teaching Foundational Reading Skills MOOC-Ed will help you more effectively prepare your students in grades K–3 with the skills they need to become successful readers.

• MOOC-ED
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Certificate

Disciplinary Literacy for Deeper Learning

1 rating

Explore digital literacy and inquiry-based learning to enhance student engagement. Develop skills in close reading, digital tools, and assessment strategies for deeper learning across disciplines.

• MOOC-ED
• 6 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Certificate

Teaching Statistics Through Data Investigations

Learn an investigation cycle to teach statistics and help students explore data to make evidence-based claims. Develop skills to strengthen your approach to teaching statistics through data investigations for middle school to early college learners.

• MOOC-ED
• 6 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Online Course

Practical strategies for effective remote teaching, covering best practices, resources, and support for diverse student needs. Develop an action plan for successful online instruction.

• MOOC-ED
• 10 hours
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Certificate

Enhance digital learning coaching skills, explore frameworks, and develop strategies to support educators in creating effective technology-integrated learning environments.

• MOOC-ED
• 6 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Online Course

Explore strategies to develop, retain, and support world-class teachers, understanding their economic impact and creating action plans for schools and communities.

• MOOC-ED
• 6 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Online Course

Enhance your fractions teaching skills through research-based approaches, understanding student misconceptions, and addressing learning differences in grades 3-5, applicable to K-8 educators.

• MOOC-ED
• 8 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Certificate

Teaching Mathematics with Technology

Explore innovative ways to enhance mathematics instruction using technology, fostering student engagement and learning in a global collaborative environment.

• MOOC-ED
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Online Course

Problem Solving in the Digital Age: Getting Started with Computational Thinking and Design

This course will not be heavy on coding, and you won't need to know any code going in - it will focus on how to integrate digital-age problem solving in a practical way into your classroom.

• MOOC-ED
• 10 hours
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Online Course

Computational Thinking and Design

Develop digital-age problem-solving skills combining data literacy, design thinking, and computational thinking. Apply these concepts to real-world contexts and integrate them into your classroom instruction.

• MOOC-ED
• 8 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Free Certificate