Friday Institute Courses

Teaching the Computer Science Discoveries Course

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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
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Teaching Foundational Reading Skills

2 reviews

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
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Disciplinary Literacy for Deeper Learning

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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
• Finished
• Free Online Course

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
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Empower K-12 leaders to plan and implement effective digital learning initiatives. Assess progress, set goals, and understand the potential of technology in education. Ideal for school administrators and educators worldwide.

• MOOC-ED
• 9 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Teaching Math to Young Children

Enhance your skills in supporting early math learning with research-based strategies, classroom tools, and practical applications aligned with IES guidelines for effective instruction.

• MOOC-ED
• 15 hours
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Teaching K-8 English Learners Literacy & Academic Content

Enhance K-8 English Learners' literacy and academic skills with research-based strategies. Learn to integrate language instruction, develop foundational skills, and implement effective interventions for student success.

• MOOC-ED
• 10 hours
• Finished
• 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
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Explore inferential reasoning in statistics through investigative questions, comparing groups, sample-population relationships, and competing models. Enhance your teaching to engage students in data-based decision-making.

• MOOC-ED
• Finished
• 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
• Finished
• 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
• Finished
• Free Online Course