Learn with the MTA and Earn PDPs

This course will take place synchronously on Canvas & Zoom from 9AM-12PM, on 7/17, 7/18, 7/19, & 7/20. 

*PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL WORKSHOPS*

In order to meet the needs of your classroom’s growing population of culturally and linguistically diverse students, it is important that the literature you read, use, and study provides opportunities for mirrors and windows for all of your students. In this workshop, we will investigate why using inclusive literature in the classroom is important; explore our own cultural proficiency regarding instructional texts; read various picture books for grades K-12 that incorporate inclusive content and themes; develop instructional strategies that support ELL students; discover how to integrate inclusive picture books into the curriculum; and learn how to use various resources that help to find and identify inclusive literature. The presenters will facilitate learning through online resources, group activities, and presenter-led discussions.

This program meets DESE requirements for 15 PDPs in the category of Special Education during each 5 year Professional License Renewal cycle.

This workshop will be synchronous with Zoom meetings held on 8/23/23 & 9/13/23 from 4PM-7PM.  

*PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL WORKSHOPS*

This project-based course will provide educators with best practices and curated resources to support multilingual learners suspected of having or with disabilities. Using ecological perspectives, participants will analyze key aspects of educational contexts, culturally responsive teaching, and the intersectionality between English language development and special education considerations.

This program meets DESE requirements for 15 PDPs in the categories of Special Education or Sheltered English Immersion/English as a Second Language during each 5-year Professional License Renewal cycle.