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Page 1: Workshops for Teachers · Geography, Conflict, and Human Rights (1) TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 – 22 EDLEAD 4133/5133 7 Habits Signature Training

Workshops for Teachers

distanceuniedu

Lifelong learningLifelong success

2 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ON THE UNI CAMPUSCOUN 41335133 Introduction to Play Therapy (3) May 19 ndash June 3

ECON 5133 The Local Labor Market (1) June 13 ndash 17

FAM SERV 41335133 Mentors in Violence Prevention (2) June 14 ndash 15

GEOG 41335133 Human-Environment Interaction in NE Iowa (1) June 13 ndash 14

MUS ED 41335133 Audio Engineering for Educators (1) June 27 ndash 28

HPE 41865186 Studies in Elementary School Health June 20 ndash 23 Education Methods (2)

HPE 41865186 Studies in Secondary School Health June 20 ndash 23 Education Methods (2)

ELEMECML 41335133 Teaching A to Z through a Garden (1) July 11 ndash 13

OFF-CAMPUSELEMECML 41335133 Helping Students Protect the June 16 ndash 17

Environment and Live Well (1)

GEOG 41335133 Using Primary Sources to Teach about June 16 ndash 17 Geography Conflict and Human Rights (1)

TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 ndash 22

EDLEAD 41335133 7 Habits Signature Training (2) June 27 ndash 29

SPED 41335133 Inclusion and Communication for All Students (1) June 27 ndash 28

GEOG 41335133 Geography Technology and the Iowa Core July 11 ndash 12 Part II (1)

GEOG 41335133 Geography Technology and the Iowa Core July 13 ndash 14 Part II (1)

GEOG 41335133 Globalization for Secondary Educators (1) July 18 ndash 19

ENGLISH 5133 Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic Literacy (2) July 18 ndash 22

GEOG 41335133 Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies July 27 ndash 28 into Social Science and STEM (1)

Workshop overviewunits of credit in parentheses following course titles

Summer 2016 workshops bull 3

Workshop overviewunits of credit in parentheses following course titles

ONLINECS 5133 Introduction to Programming with Scratch (1) June 6 ndash July 15

PEMES 41335133 Certified Strength and Conditioning July 5 ndash 29 Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory Course (3)

Workshops are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment requirements are not met by June 1

Complete an online enrollment form at distanceunieduenroll

Reduced tuition rates may apply Many summer workshops offer reduced tuition rates due to grantexternal funding support

Information about additional offerings including online courses and degree programs that can be completed at a distance can be found at distanceunieduOfferings may be subject to minimum enrollment requirements

Visit wwwuniedusummer to see what else is happening around UNI this summer including on-campus workshops classes and events

4 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Workshop descriptionsCOUN 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Introduction to Play TherapyIn this interactive and blended-format workshop participants learn the essential elements and principles of play therapy including history theory modality application skillstechniques and the current state of play therapy An experiential component focuses on basic play therapy skill development within the context of ethical and cultural practice

TuitionUndergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate $1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

CS 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Introduction to Programming with ScratchScratch is a free online graphical programming languagelearning environment that allows students to learn about computer programming and computational thinking without worrying about complicated syntax It was created by the Lifelong Kindergarten Lab at the MIT Media Lab and is designed for students aged 8-18 but is used by programmers of a variety of age and experience levels This workshop is appropriate for teachers of all disciplines who teach 4-12th grade Participants will learn how to use Scratch for interactive art animated storytelling and game development Previous programming experience is not a requirement for this course

Tuition $100 Online via eLearningJune 6 ndash July 15

UNI Guided Independent StudyOffering more than 60 courses

No on-campus attendance required

To learn more visit distanceuniedugis

Online May 19 ndash June 3On the UNI campus Latham Hall Room 222

Thurs May 26 1 ndash 5 pm Fri May 27 9 am ndash 4 pm

Thurs June 2 1 ndash 5 pm Fri June 3 9 am ndash 4 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 5

ECON 5133 2 units of graduate credit

The Local Labor MarketThis workshop helps teachers understand employment requirements of firms in the Cedar Valley the forces driving the local labor market and the issues of school-to-work in the nation and in Iowa Develop materials that can be used to raise student understanding of the workplace and exchange information and network among educators and business leaders

Tuition $140 On the UNI campus Curris Business Building Room 28Mon ndash Fri June 13 ndash 17 830 am ndash 430 pm

EDLEAD 41335133 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

7 Habits Signature TrainingLearn how to apply ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo to your personal and professional lives Be introduced to the Leader in Me initiative a K-12 leadership effort based on ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo

Tuition $150 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campus(plus $115 materials fee) Mon ndash Wed June 27 ndash 29 8 am ndash 5 pm Fee waived for those in Leader in Me schools

Pre-registration is required Please visit distanceuniedu7-habits to pre-register by May 10

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Helping Students Protect the Environment and Live WellExplore with your K-8 students the products Americans use dailymdashldquothe stuff of liferdquo These products have a life cycle They are extracted transported produced used and disposed of around the globemdashincluding in Iowa Study how this ldquostuffrdquo is a primary source of environmental problems and examine how this relates to life satisfaction Then identify individual and collective actions to address these challenges Course content is real and relevant Materials introduced are interdisciplinary and classroom-ready Your students will learn essential skills and concepts from the Iowa Core and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices

Tuition $75 Meets at the Dennis L Sohl Center for Outdoor Learning 25601 C60 Hinton IA

Thurs ndash Fri June 16 ndash 17 9 am ndash 4 pm Sat Nov 12 9 am ndash 1230 pm

6 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Teaching A to Z through a GardenThis workshop focuses on teaching K-6 educators how to implement a school garden to teach a variety of subjects from A to Z including Art Botany Chemistry Decomposition Entomology Fractions Germination History Investigation Journaling Kipling etc learning to apply an endless range of topics to a school garden This class also prepares teachers to work with students in a school garden setting and enable the teachers to confidently execute their lessons no matter their level of gardening knowledge or skill

Tuition $75 (includes lunch from the garden) On the UNI campus Center for Energy and Environmental Education Atrium

Mon ndash Wed July 11 ndash 13 8 am ndash 130 pm

ENGLISH 5133 2 units of graduate credit

Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic LiteracyAn Iowa Writing Project course for interdisciplinary teams of high school teachers features attention to public issues and deliberative democracy while using writing to develop civic literacy as authorized by Iowa Core and national standards Explore levels of implementation and high school transformation by bringing issue exploration and public deliberation into school curriculum and community life Learn how to help students frame local issues for deliberation and how to convene moderate record and report on local deliberative forums

Tuition $300 Meets at ISEA Building Des Moines IAMon ndash Fri July 18 ndash 22 830 am ndash 430 pm

Plus two follow-up Saturdays during the 2016 ndash 17 school year

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Page 2: Workshops for Teachers · Geography, Conflict, and Human Rights (1) TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 – 22 EDLEAD 4133/5133 7 Habits Signature Training

2 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ON THE UNI CAMPUSCOUN 41335133 Introduction to Play Therapy (3) May 19 ndash June 3

ECON 5133 The Local Labor Market (1) June 13 ndash 17

FAM SERV 41335133 Mentors in Violence Prevention (2) June 14 ndash 15

GEOG 41335133 Human-Environment Interaction in NE Iowa (1) June 13 ndash 14

MUS ED 41335133 Audio Engineering for Educators (1) June 27 ndash 28

HPE 41865186 Studies in Elementary School Health June 20 ndash 23 Education Methods (2)

HPE 41865186 Studies in Secondary School Health June 20 ndash 23 Education Methods (2)

ELEMECML 41335133 Teaching A to Z through a Garden (1) July 11 ndash 13

OFF-CAMPUSELEMECML 41335133 Helping Students Protect the June 16 ndash 17

Environment and Live Well (1)

GEOG 41335133 Using Primary Sources to Teach about June 16 ndash 17 Geography Conflict and Human Rights (1)

TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 ndash 22

EDLEAD 41335133 7 Habits Signature Training (2) June 27 ndash 29

SPED 41335133 Inclusion and Communication for All Students (1) June 27 ndash 28

GEOG 41335133 Geography Technology and the Iowa Core July 11 ndash 12 Part II (1)

GEOG 41335133 Geography Technology and the Iowa Core July 13 ndash 14 Part II (1)

GEOG 41335133 Globalization for Secondary Educators (1) July 18 ndash 19

ENGLISH 5133 Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic Literacy (2) July 18 ndash 22

GEOG 41335133 Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies July 27 ndash 28 into Social Science and STEM (1)

Workshop overviewunits of credit in parentheses following course titles

Summer 2016 workshops bull 3

Workshop overviewunits of credit in parentheses following course titles

ONLINECS 5133 Introduction to Programming with Scratch (1) June 6 ndash July 15

PEMES 41335133 Certified Strength and Conditioning July 5 ndash 29 Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory Course (3)

Workshops are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment requirements are not met by June 1

Complete an online enrollment form at distanceunieduenroll

Reduced tuition rates may apply Many summer workshops offer reduced tuition rates due to grantexternal funding support

Information about additional offerings including online courses and degree programs that can be completed at a distance can be found at distanceunieduOfferings may be subject to minimum enrollment requirements

Visit wwwuniedusummer to see what else is happening around UNI this summer including on-campus workshops classes and events

4 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Workshop descriptionsCOUN 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Introduction to Play TherapyIn this interactive and blended-format workshop participants learn the essential elements and principles of play therapy including history theory modality application skillstechniques and the current state of play therapy An experiential component focuses on basic play therapy skill development within the context of ethical and cultural practice

TuitionUndergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate $1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

CS 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Introduction to Programming with ScratchScratch is a free online graphical programming languagelearning environment that allows students to learn about computer programming and computational thinking without worrying about complicated syntax It was created by the Lifelong Kindergarten Lab at the MIT Media Lab and is designed for students aged 8-18 but is used by programmers of a variety of age and experience levels This workshop is appropriate for teachers of all disciplines who teach 4-12th grade Participants will learn how to use Scratch for interactive art animated storytelling and game development Previous programming experience is not a requirement for this course

Tuition $100 Online via eLearningJune 6 ndash July 15

UNI Guided Independent StudyOffering more than 60 courses

No on-campus attendance required

To learn more visit distanceuniedugis

Online May 19 ndash June 3On the UNI campus Latham Hall Room 222

Thurs May 26 1 ndash 5 pm Fri May 27 9 am ndash 4 pm

Thurs June 2 1 ndash 5 pm Fri June 3 9 am ndash 4 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 5

ECON 5133 2 units of graduate credit

The Local Labor MarketThis workshop helps teachers understand employment requirements of firms in the Cedar Valley the forces driving the local labor market and the issues of school-to-work in the nation and in Iowa Develop materials that can be used to raise student understanding of the workplace and exchange information and network among educators and business leaders

Tuition $140 On the UNI campus Curris Business Building Room 28Mon ndash Fri June 13 ndash 17 830 am ndash 430 pm

EDLEAD 41335133 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

7 Habits Signature TrainingLearn how to apply ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo to your personal and professional lives Be introduced to the Leader in Me initiative a K-12 leadership effort based on ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo

Tuition $150 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campus(plus $115 materials fee) Mon ndash Wed June 27 ndash 29 8 am ndash 5 pm Fee waived for those in Leader in Me schools

Pre-registration is required Please visit distanceuniedu7-habits to pre-register by May 10

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Helping Students Protect the Environment and Live WellExplore with your K-8 students the products Americans use dailymdashldquothe stuff of liferdquo These products have a life cycle They are extracted transported produced used and disposed of around the globemdashincluding in Iowa Study how this ldquostuffrdquo is a primary source of environmental problems and examine how this relates to life satisfaction Then identify individual and collective actions to address these challenges Course content is real and relevant Materials introduced are interdisciplinary and classroom-ready Your students will learn essential skills and concepts from the Iowa Core and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices

Tuition $75 Meets at the Dennis L Sohl Center for Outdoor Learning 25601 C60 Hinton IA

Thurs ndash Fri June 16 ndash 17 9 am ndash 4 pm Sat Nov 12 9 am ndash 1230 pm

6 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Teaching A to Z through a GardenThis workshop focuses on teaching K-6 educators how to implement a school garden to teach a variety of subjects from A to Z including Art Botany Chemistry Decomposition Entomology Fractions Germination History Investigation Journaling Kipling etc learning to apply an endless range of topics to a school garden This class also prepares teachers to work with students in a school garden setting and enable the teachers to confidently execute their lessons no matter their level of gardening knowledge or skill

Tuition $75 (includes lunch from the garden) On the UNI campus Center for Energy and Environmental Education Atrium

Mon ndash Wed July 11 ndash 13 8 am ndash 130 pm

ENGLISH 5133 2 units of graduate credit

Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic LiteracyAn Iowa Writing Project course for interdisciplinary teams of high school teachers features attention to public issues and deliberative democracy while using writing to develop civic literacy as authorized by Iowa Core and national standards Explore levels of implementation and high school transformation by bringing issue exploration and public deliberation into school curriculum and community life Learn how to help students frame local issues for deliberation and how to convene moderate record and report on local deliberative forums

Tuition $300 Meets at ISEA Building Des Moines IAMon ndash Fri July 18 ndash 22 830 am ndash 430 pm

Plus two follow-up Saturdays during the 2016 ndash 17 school year

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Page 3: Workshops for Teachers · Geography, Conflict, and Human Rights (1) TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 – 22 EDLEAD 4133/5133 7 Habits Signature Training

Summer 2016 workshops bull 3

Workshop overviewunits of credit in parentheses following course titles

ONLINECS 5133 Introduction to Programming with Scratch (1) June 6 ndash July 15

PEMES 41335133 Certified Strength and Conditioning July 5 ndash 29 Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory Course (3)

Workshops are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment requirements are not met by June 1

Complete an online enrollment form at distanceunieduenroll

Reduced tuition rates may apply Many summer workshops offer reduced tuition rates due to grantexternal funding support

Information about additional offerings including online courses and degree programs that can be completed at a distance can be found at distanceunieduOfferings may be subject to minimum enrollment requirements

Visit wwwuniedusummer to see what else is happening around UNI this summer including on-campus workshops classes and events

4 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Workshop descriptionsCOUN 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Introduction to Play TherapyIn this interactive and blended-format workshop participants learn the essential elements and principles of play therapy including history theory modality application skillstechniques and the current state of play therapy An experiential component focuses on basic play therapy skill development within the context of ethical and cultural practice

TuitionUndergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate $1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

CS 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Introduction to Programming with ScratchScratch is a free online graphical programming languagelearning environment that allows students to learn about computer programming and computational thinking without worrying about complicated syntax It was created by the Lifelong Kindergarten Lab at the MIT Media Lab and is designed for students aged 8-18 but is used by programmers of a variety of age and experience levels This workshop is appropriate for teachers of all disciplines who teach 4-12th grade Participants will learn how to use Scratch for interactive art animated storytelling and game development Previous programming experience is not a requirement for this course

Tuition $100 Online via eLearningJune 6 ndash July 15

UNI Guided Independent StudyOffering more than 60 courses

No on-campus attendance required

To learn more visit distanceuniedugis

Online May 19 ndash June 3On the UNI campus Latham Hall Room 222

Thurs May 26 1 ndash 5 pm Fri May 27 9 am ndash 4 pm

Thurs June 2 1 ndash 5 pm Fri June 3 9 am ndash 4 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 5

ECON 5133 2 units of graduate credit

The Local Labor MarketThis workshop helps teachers understand employment requirements of firms in the Cedar Valley the forces driving the local labor market and the issues of school-to-work in the nation and in Iowa Develop materials that can be used to raise student understanding of the workplace and exchange information and network among educators and business leaders

Tuition $140 On the UNI campus Curris Business Building Room 28Mon ndash Fri June 13 ndash 17 830 am ndash 430 pm

EDLEAD 41335133 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

7 Habits Signature TrainingLearn how to apply ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo to your personal and professional lives Be introduced to the Leader in Me initiative a K-12 leadership effort based on ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo

Tuition $150 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campus(plus $115 materials fee) Mon ndash Wed June 27 ndash 29 8 am ndash 5 pm Fee waived for those in Leader in Me schools

Pre-registration is required Please visit distanceuniedu7-habits to pre-register by May 10

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Helping Students Protect the Environment and Live WellExplore with your K-8 students the products Americans use dailymdashldquothe stuff of liferdquo These products have a life cycle They are extracted transported produced used and disposed of around the globemdashincluding in Iowa Study how this ldquostuffrdquo is a primary source of environmental problems and examine how this relates to life satisfaction Then identify individual and collective actions to address these challenges Course content is real and relevant Materials introduced are interdisciplinary and classroom-ready Your students will learn essential skills and concepts from the Iowa Core and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices

Tuition $75 Meets at the Dennis L Sohl Center for Outdoor Learning 25601 C60 Hinton IA

Thurs ndash Fri June 16 ndash 17 9 am ndash 4 pm Sat Nov 12 9 am ndash 1230 pm

6 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Teaching A to Z through a GardenThis workshop focuses on teaching K-6 educators how to implement a school garden to teach a variety of subjects from A to Z including Art Botany Chemistry Decomposition Entomology Fractions Germination History Investigation Journaling Kipling etc learning to apply an endless range of topics to a school garden This class also prepares teachers to work with students in a school garden setting and enable the teachers to confidently execute their lessons no matter their level of gardening knowledge or skill

Tuition $75 (includes lunch from the garden) On the UNI campus Center for Energy and Environmental Education Atrium

Mon ndash Wed July 11 ndash 13 8 am ndash 130 pm

ENGLISH 5133 2 units of graduate credit

Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic LiteracyAn Iowa Writing Project course for interdisciplinary teams of high school teachers features attention to public issues and deliberative democracy while using writing to develop civic literacy as authorized by Iowa Core and national standards Explore levels of implementation and high school transformation by bringing issue exploration and public deliberation into school curriculum and community life Learn how to help students frame local issues for deliberation and how to convene moderate record and report on local deliberative forums

Tuition $300 Meets at ISEA Building Des Moines IAMon ndash Fri July 18 ndash 22 830 am ndash 430 pm

Plus two follow-up Saturdays during the 2016 ndash 17 school year

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

CEEE

13

bull Ce

dar F

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Iow

a 50

614-

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800-

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3864

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Page 4: Workshops for Teachers · Geography, Conflict, and Human Rights (1) TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 – 22 EDLEAD 4133/5133 7 Habits Signature Training

4 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Workshop descriptionsCOUN 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Introduction to Play TherapyIn this interactive and blended-format workshop participants learn the essential elements and principles of play therapy including history theory modality application skillstechniques and the current state of play therapy An experiential component focuses on basic play therapy skill development within the context of ethical and cultural practice

TuitionUndergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate $1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

CS 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Introduction to Programming with ScratchScratch is a free online graphical programming languagelearning environment that allows students to learn about computer programming and computational thinking without worrying about complicated syntax It was created by the Lifelong Kindergarten Lab at the MIT Media Lab and is designed for students aged 8-18 but is used by programmers of a variety of age and experience levels This workshop is appropriate for teachers of all disciplines who teach 4-12th grade Participants will learn how to use Scratch for interactive art animated storytelling and game development Previous programming experience is not a requirement for this course

Tuition $100 Online via eLearningJune 6 ndash July 15

UNI Guided Independent StudyOffering more than 60 courses

No on-campus attendance required

To learn more visit distanceuniedugis

Online May 19 ndash June 3On the UNI campus Latham Hall Room 222

Thurs May 26 1 ndash 5 pm Fri May 27 9 am ndash 4 pm

Thurs June 2 1 ndash 5 pm Fri June 3 9 am ndash 4 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 5

ECON 5133 2 units of graduate credit

The Local Labor MarketThis workshop helps teachers understand employment requirements of firms in the Cedar Valley the forces driving the local labor market and the issues of school-to-work in the nation and in Iowa Develop materials that can be used to raise student understanding of the workplace and exchange information and network among educators and business leaders

Tuition $140 On the UNI campus Curris Business Building Room 28Mon ndash Fri June 13 ndash 17 830 am ndash 430 pm

EDLEAD 41335133 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

7 Habits Signature TrainingLearn how to apply ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo to your personal and professional lives Be introduced to the Leader in Me initiative a K-12 leadership effort based on ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo

Tuition $150 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campus(plus $115 materials fee) Mon ndash Wed June 27 ndash 29 8 am ndash 5 pm Fee waived for those in Leader in Me schools

Pre-registration is required Please visit distanceuniedu7-habits to pre-register by May 10

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Helping Students Protect the Environment and Live WellExplore with your K-8 students the products Americans use dailymdashldquothe stuff of liferdquo These products have a life cycle They are extracted transported produced used and disposed of around the globemdashincluding in Iowa Study how this ldquostuffrdquo is a primary source of environmental problems and examine how this relates to life satisfaction Then identify individual and collective actions to address these challenges Course content is real and relevant Materials introduced are interdisciplinary and classroom-ready Your students will learn essential skills and concepts from the Iowa Core and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices

Tuition $75 Meets at the Dennis L Sohl Center for Outdoor Learning 25601 C60 Hinton IA

Thurs ndash Fri June 16 ndash 17 9 am ndash 4 pm Sat Nov 12 9 am ndash 1230 pm

6 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Teaching A to Z through a GardenThis workshop focuses on teaching K-6 educators how to implement a school garden to teach a variety of subjects from A to Z including Art Botany Chemistry Decomposition Entomology Fractions Germination History Investigation Journaling Kipling etc learning to apply an endless range of topics to a school garden This class also prepares teachers to work with students in a school garden setting and enable the teachers to confidently execute their lessons no matter their level of gardening knowledge or skill

Tuition $75 (includes lunch from the garden) On the UNI campus Center for Energy and Environmental Education Atrium

Mon ndash Wed July 11 ndash 13 8 am ndash 130 pm

ENGLISH 5133 2 units of graduate credit

Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic LiteracyAn Iowa Writing Project course for interdisciplinary teams of high school teachers features attention to public issues and deliberative democracy while using writing to develop civic literacy as authorized by Iowa Core and national standards Explore levels of implementation and high school transformation by bringing issue exploration and public deliberation into school curriculum and community life Learn how to help students frame local issues for deliberation and how to convene moderate record and report on local deliberative forums

Tuition $300 Meets at ISEA Building Des Moines IAMon ndash Fri July 18 ndash 22 830 am ndash 430 pm

Plus two follow-up Saturdays during the 2016 ndash 17 school year

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Page 5: Workshops for Teachers · Geography, Conflict, and Human Rights (1) TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 – 22 EDLEAD 4133/5133 7 Habits Signature Training

Summer 2016 workshops bull 5

ECON 5133 2 units of graduate credit

The Local Labor MarketThis workshop helps teachers understand employment requirements of firms in the Cedar Valley the forces driving the local labor market and the issues of school-to-work in the nation and in Iowa Develop materials that can be used to raise student understanding of the workplace and exchange information and network among educators and business leaders

Tuition $140 On the UNI campus Curris Business Building Room 28Mon ndash Fri June 13 ndash 17 830 am ndash 430 pm

EDLEAD 41335133 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

7 Habits Signature TrainingLearn how to apply ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo to your personal and professional lives Be introduced to the Leader in Me initiative a K-12 leadership effort based on ldquoThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peoplerdquo

Tuition $150 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campus(plus $115 materials fee) Mon ndash Wed June 27 ndash 29 8 am ndash 5 pm Fee waived for those in Leader in Me schools

Pre-registration is required Please visit distanceuniedu7-habits to pre-register by May 10

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Helping Students Protect the Environment and Live WellExplore with your K-8 students the products Americans use dailymdashldquothe stuff of liferdquo These products have a life cycle They are extracted transported produced used and disposed of around the globemdashincluding in Iowa Study how this ldquostuffrdquo is a primary source of environmental problems and examine how this relates to life satisfaction Then identify individual and collective actions to address these challenges Course content is real and relevant Materials introduced are interdisciplinary and classroom-ready Your students will learn essential skills and concepts from the Iowa Core and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices

Tuition $75 Meets at the Dennis L Sohl Center for Outdoor Learning 25601 C60 Hinton IA

Thurs ndash Fri June 16 ndash 17 9 am ndash 4 pm Sat Nov 12 9 am ndash 1230 pm

6 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Teaching A to Z through a GardenThis workshop focuses on teaching K-6 educators how to implement a school garden to teach a variety of subjects from A to Z including Art Botany Chemistry Decomposition Entomology Fractions Germination History Investigation Journaling Kipling etc learning to apply an endless range of topics to a school garden This class also prepares teachers to work with students in a school garden setting and enable the teachers to confidently execute their lessons no matter their level of gardening knowledge or skill

Tuition $75 (includes lunch from the garden) On the UNI campus Center for Energy and Environmental Education Atrium

Mon ndash Wed July 11 ndash 13 8 am ndash 130 pm

ENGLISH 5133 2 units of graduate credit

Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic LiteracyAn Iowa Writing Project course for interdisciplinary teams of high school teachers features attention to public issues and deliberative democracy while using writing to develop civic literacy as authorized by Iowa Core and national standards Explore levels of implementation and high school transformation by bringing issue exploration and public deliberation into school curriculum and community life Learn how to help students frame local issues for deliberation and how to convene moderate record and report on local deliberative forums

Tuition $300 Meets at ISEA Building Des Moines IAMon ndash Fri July 18 ndash 22 830 am ndash 430 pm

Plus two follow-up Saturdays during the 2016 ndash 17 school year

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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6 bull Summer 2016 workshops

ELEMECML 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Teaching A to Z through a GardenThis workshop focuses on teaching K-6 educators how to implement a school garden to teach a variety of subjects from A to Z including Art Botany Chemistry Decomposition Entomology Fractions Germination History Investigation Journaling Kipling etc learning to apply an endless range of topics to a school garden This class also prepares teachers to work with students in a school garden setting and enable the teachers to confidently execute their lessons no matter their level of gardening knowledge or skill

Tuition $75 (includes lunch from the garden) On the UNI campus Center for Energy and Environmental Education Atrium

Mon ndash Wed July 11 ndash 13 8 am ndash 130 pm

ENGLISH 5133 2 units of graduate credit

Teaching Deliberatively Writing and Civic LiteracyAn Iowa Writing Project course for interdisciplinary teams of high school teachers features attention to public issues and deliberative democracy while using writing to develop civic literacy as authorized by Iowa Core and national standards Explore levels of implementation and high school transformation by bringing issue exploration and public deliberation into school curriculum and community life Learn how to help students frame local issues for deliberation and how to convene moderate record and report on local deliberative forums

Tuition $300 Meets at ISEA Building Des Moines IAMon ndash Fri July 18 ndash 22 830 am ndash 430 pm

Plus two follow-up Saturdays during the 2016 ndash 17 school year

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Page 7: Workshops for Teachers · Geography, Conflict, and Human Rights (1) TEACHING 5133 Excellence in Education Institute (2) June 21 – 22 EDLEAD 4133/5133 7 Habits Signature Training

Summer 2016 workshops bull 7

FAM SERV 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Mentors in Violence PreventionUsing a leadership framework the MVP course is designed to increase awareness among participants of the verbal emotional physical and sexual abuse that occurs in relationships The MVP approach views all individuals not as perpetrators or victims but as empowered bystanders who can recognize and confront harassment and abuse before during and after the fact This course will increase studentsrsquo skills and knowledge in bystander education strategies to effect positive culture change in their respective schools social settings and community environmentsTuition $175 On the UNI campus

Wellness Recreation Center Room 204Tues June 14 530 ndash 830 pm

Wed June 15 8 am ndash 4 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Digital Earth Integrating Mapping Technologies into Social Science and STEMThis course introduces techniques for integrating web-based mapping technology into onersquos social science or STEM curriculum The workshop focuses on technology in the context of curriculum development including Iowa Core 21st Century Skills and onersquos own content area Participants will have access to free software and hands-on technical support during the workshopTuition $75 Meets in Ottumwa IA

Wed July 27 8 am ndash 6 pmThurs July 28 8 am ndash 1 pm

Explore a complete listing of

available workshops and courses

at distanceunieducourses

8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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8 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IA Mon July 11 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 12 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Geography Technology and the Iowa Core Part IIThis workshop builds on the introductory workshop to provide more new and innovative means for teaching geography with a focus on connecting these with the Iowa Core including both Geography and 21st Century Skills Activities include both traditional and technology-based lessons Successful completion of this course will require each participant to draft one lesson plan that incorporates an idea from the workshop with specific objectivescompetencies within the Iowa Core Geography and Iowa Core 21st Century Skills

Tuition $75 Meets in Dubuque IA Wed July 13 8 am ndash 6 pm

Thurs July 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Summer 2016 workshops bull 9

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Globalization for Secondary EducatorsThis course highlights exemplary techniques for enhancing the teaching of geography Connecting with standards-based content namely the Iowa Core this workshop introduces ldquoTeaching With The Starsrdquo a series of high-quality online modules that focus on the topics of globalization watersheds and agriculture Participants will have access to a full range of online materials such as in-class video demonstrations content enhancements and background material pedagogy enhancements and lesson plans A veteran Iowa social studiesgeography teacher will facilitate this workshop and enrich the content with their own on-the-ground experience and real-world context

Tuition $75 Meets in Cedar Rapids IA Mon July 18 8 am ndash 6 pmTues July 19 8 am ndash 1 pm

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Human-Environment Interaction in NE IowaThis workshop includes a two curriculum development study trip to Northeast Iowa to explore the arearsquos landscape with a focus on human-environment interactions to include cultural economic and environmental aspects Participants will develop lesson plans that will contribute to studentsrsquo understanding of human-environmental interactions as well as the general geography of Northeast Iowa

Tuition $75 Meets on the UNI Campus ITTC Room 234 Mon June 13 8 am ndash 6 pmTues June 14 8 am ndash 1 pm

Attention concurrent enrollment instructorsGraduate credit is available in collaboration with Iowarsquos community

colleges A special tuition rate applies for faculty members from

community colleges partnered with UNI

More details can be found at distanceunieducc-hlc

10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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10 bull Summer 2016 workshops

GEOG 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Using Primary Sources to Teach about Geography Conflict and Human RightsThis workshop employs primary sources (maps testimonials photos etc) to enhance teachersrsquo ability to teach about geographic aspects of conflict and human rights The workshop links directly with not only standards in geographysocial studies but also the Common Core ELA Specific focus areas in this workshop include the Rwandan Genocide Sudan The Holocaust and Syria

The audience for this workshop is for those teaching grades 7 ndash 12

Tuition $75 Meets in Des Moines IAThurs June 16 8 am ndash 6 pm

Fri June 17 8 am ndash 1 pm

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Elementary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

HPE 41865186 2 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Studies in Secondary School Health Education Methods

Undergraduate$572 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$922 (plus $38 technology fee)

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

On the UNI campus WRC Room 250Mon ndash Thurs June 20 ndash 23 730 am ndash 330 pm

Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Summer 2016 workshops bull 11

MUS ED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Audio Engineering for EducatorsTodayrsquos classrooms are equipped with technology to enhance learning and instruction Audio equipment in the schools can come in many forms mdash from sound reinforcement gear to computerized digital audio recording Learn the skills that audio engineers use for capturing the best performances from your students

Tuition $286 On the UNI campus Russell Hall Room 147Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 8 am ndash 5 pm

PEMES 41335133 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Preparatory CourseThis class will prepare you to sit for the CSCS Certification Exam proctored through the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Undergraduate$858 (plus $38 technology fee)Graduate$1383 (plus $38 technology fee)

SPED 41335133 1 unit of undergraduate or graduate credit

Inclusion and Communication for All StudentsThis course provides students with an overview of inclusive education with an emphasis on creating and supporting inclusive environments including how to support studentsrsquo academic learning through communication supports educator and family partnerships Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and assistive technology

Tuition $75 This workshop is a credit option for those attending the Midwest Summer Institute Inclusion and Communication for All

Mon ndash Tues June 27 ndash 28 9 am ndash 3 pm

Online via eLearningJuly 5 ndash 29

CANCELED

12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

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12 bull Summer 2016 workshops

TEACHING 5133 1 unit of graduate credit

Excellence in Education InstituteProvides an opportunity for educators to gain an understanding of businesses organizations and cultural opportunities in the Cedar Valley jobscareers workplace practices and personal characteristics for success the connection between school and work and how to share the knowledge and help their students explore career pathways and connect to the workplace

Tuition $125 Meets on the Hawkeye Community College campusTues ndash Wed June 21 ndash 22 8 am ndash 4 pm

ldquoWe have gone to this Institute twice now and encourage more teachers to attend Itrsquos cost-effective for teachers yoursquore getting a lot of information and itrsquos all about real-life applications There are also different businesses each year Thatrsquos why people attend this more than once There are also many opportunities to network and make connections with othersrdquo

ndash Jeff Dieken Principal Hudson High School

ndash Carrie Dieken Elementary Counselor Grundy Center

Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Summer 2016 workshops bull 13

The Excellence in Education Institute has given me ideas about all the different sorts of job opportunities for my students The experiences and knowledge wersquove taken from this Institute can not only be passed on to our students but also to our family and friendsrdquo

ndashConnie Hildebrandt 3rd grade teacher Sumner-Fredericksburg Schools

14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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14 bull Summer 2016 workshops

Professional development Endorsements amp certificates

Driver Education EndorsementTeachers may earn the Driver Education Endorsement by completing nine units of credit that include coursework in accident prevention drug and alcohol abuse general vehicle safety and behind-the-wheel driving

Education of the Gifted EndorsementCompleted in two semesters this program addresses all of the national standards for preparing teachers of the gifted as published jointly by the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)

Instructional Coach CertificateThis program addresses how the Teacher Leader Compensation Grant opportunities are changing the dynamics of schools in Iowa It has been designed in response to the needs of schools to support teacher leader roles such as instructional coaches

Iowa Reading Kndash8 Endorsement (begins summerfall)

Teachers learn how to assess studentsrsquo reading and then design and implement instruction in ways that help them become skilled and successful readers

Starting Fall 2016

Ongoing programsCareer and Technical Education Professional Development courses

Guided Independent Study courses

Iowa Secondary School Health Education Teaching Endorsement courses

Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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Summer 2016 workshops bull 15

Starting Fall 2016Educational Leadership - Principalship MAEASC

Instructional Technology MA

Literacy Education MAE

School Library Studies MA

Technology MS

Starting Spring 2017Physical Education TeachingCoaching MA

Special Education Consultant Emphasis MAE

Professional development Degree programs

ldquoThe distance program gave me so much flexibility I was able to be at home at

my job or on vacation and still be in class As adults we have so many things pulling

us in every direction - the distance program really allowed us to be successful while still

juggling all the other aspects of liferdquo

ndash Kristian Einsweiler 2014 Principalship MAE graduate

800-648-3864 distanceuniedu

UNI Continuing and Distance Education offers students a variety of professional development courses and workshops as well as degree and endorsement programs entirely at a distance Visit distanceunieduprograms for a complete list of offerings

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