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When the going gets tough, the tough go to NCE for professional development courses. Now is not the time to stand still and hope for the best. It's time to get better credentials, be better prepared and get what you need to be the best educator you can be in these challenging times.

Now is the time to look to the professionals who really are the leaders in their fields. Educators who invented best practices. Teachers who aren't satisfied with the status quo and who still believe that they can do more for the children in their classrooms. A college of education that specializes in adult learners—and faculty who have been trained by some of the best teachers in Chicago and across the country.

Now is the time to invest in your career. In your profession. In education. In you. So invest wisely. The Center for Professional Development at the National College of Education. It's worth your time. Now. More than ever.

Registration Information

Important Registration Information

Students may register at any campus Registrar's Office using the NLU graduate registration form. If paying with a credit card, you may also FAX your registration to 847.465.4746. Current NLU students may also register via the web. Go to www.nl.edu. Follow the instructions to log on and register for classes. If you receive financial aid/student loans please write “FINANCIAL AID” at the top of your registration form. Remember to register early. Summer workshops and classes with low enrollment, regardless of the start date, will be canceled during the week of June 21, 2010. Fall workshops and classes with low enrollment, regardless of the start date, will be canceled during the week of September 7, 2010. For questions regarding the Center for Professional Development workshops, contact Sheri Israelsen or Kerrie Butler at 847.947.5247.

New and Current Students
  • Option 1: in person at the Registrar's Office on any of NLU's campuses using the NLU graduate registration form. (download now)
  • Option 2: if paying with a credit card, FAX your registration to 847.465.4746.
  • Option 3: register online.
  • Remember to register early.
  • Summer 2010 Term—workshops and classes with low enrollment, regardless of the start date, will be canceled during the week of June 21, 2010.
  • Fall 2010 Term—workshops and classes with low enrollment, regardless of the start date, will be canceled during the week of September 7, 2010.
  • Questions? Contact Sheri Israelsen or Kerrie Butler at 847.947.5247.
Important Dates: Summer 2010 Term
  • May 17–Mail–in and General Walk–in Registration begins
  • June 14–Deadline for Mail–in Registration
  • June 25–Deadline for Walk–in/Faxed Registration
Important Dates: Fall 2010 Term
  • Sept. 3–Deadline for Mail-in Registration
  • Sept. 10–Deadline for Walk-in/Faxed Registration
  • Monday, September 13–Fall Term Begins
Tuition Rates

Summer and Fall 2010—Graduate $340 per semester hour for all workshops. MC, Visa, Discover, AE are accepted for tuition payment.

Course Credit and Book Information

The number that follows the title of the course of workshop is the number of semester hours (sh) you can earn for it. A maximum of 15sh of CPD and transfer credit (approved) may be applied toward master's degree requirements or toward the C.A.S. program. Workshops are not offered for the purpose of satisfying course requirements for initial and/or additional certification. Advisor approval is necessary in order to apply workshop credit to a degree.

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Where would you like to learn?

  • On Campus

    • Chicago

      122 South Michigan, Chicago, IL 60603
      Check back often for updates and additions

      • MHE450 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers (3sh)

        This is a mathematics content course for prospective and in-service elementary school teachers. It addresses the concepts of a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum through reasoning and problem solving in the areas of patterns, number, geometry, measurement, data and chance. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60476
        Tues., 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 9:30am–2:00pm
        Thurs., 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9:30am–2:00pm
        Sat., 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9:30am–2:30pm
        Instructor: S. Rak

      • MHE501 | Topics in Mathematics for Teachers: Number Concepts and Operations in the Elementary Middle School Mathematics Curriculum (3sh)

        This is a mathematics course for prospective and in–service teachers. It addresses the concepts of number and its operations as they occur in a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum using reasoning, problem solving and technology to understand its historical development as well as its applications in the areas of geometry, measurement and data and chance. Opportunities to see how number is essential to understanding other subject areas are included. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60470
        Mon. and Wed., 6/28–8/4, 5:00pm–9:00pm
        Instructor: P. Davlantes

      • MHE450 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers (3sh)

        This is a mathematics content course for prospective and inservice elementary school teachers. It addresses the concepts of a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum through reasoning and problem solving in the areas of patterns, number, geometry, measurement, data and chance. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90845
        Tues., 9/14—11/23, 5:00pm—9:00pm
        Instructor: E. Goldberg

    • Elgin

      620 Tollgate Road, Elgin, IL 60123

        No programs listed at this time.

    • Lisle

      850 Warrenville Road, Lisle, IL 60532
      Check back often for updates and additions

      • MHE501 | Topics in Mathematics for Teachers: Number Concepts and Operations in the Elementary Middle School Mathematics Curriculum (3sh)

        This is a mathematics course for prospective and in–service teachers. It addresses the concepts of number and its operations as they occur in a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum using reasoning, problem solving and technology to understand its historical development as well as its applications in the areas of geometry, measurement and data and chance. Opportunities to see how number is essential to understanding other subject areas are included. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60471
        Mon. and Wed., 6/28–8/4, 5:00–9:00pm
        Instructor: C. Ziccarelli

      • TIE585AC | Integrating Web 2.0 Applications into the Classroom (1sh)

        User generated content has driven the current wave of technology innovation delivered via the Internet. Many web–based applications, hereby known as Web 2.0 applications, have been developed in recent years, serving as a platform for social communication and collaboration. During the workshop, teachers will explore various online resources with a focus on implications for both professional and personal productivity. Participants will explore items such as wikis, podcasts, blogs, newsreaders, maps, start pages and online services for sharing documents, pictures and slide ware presentations and will develop insight into how these applications can be used in the classroom with students.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60628
        Sat., 8/7 and 8/14, 9:00am–4:30pm
        Instructor: R. Hansen

      • MHE450 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers (3sh)

        This is a mathematics content course for prospective and inservice elementary school teachers. It addresses the concepts of a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum through reasoning and problem solving in the areas of patterns, number, geometry, measurement, data, and chance. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90847
        Tues., 9/14—11/23, 5:00pm—9:00pm
        Instructor: K. Courtney

      • MHE501 | Topics in Mathematics for Teachers: Number Concepts and Operations in the Elementary Middle School Mathematics Curriculum (3sh)

        This is a mathematics course for prospective and inservice teachers. It addresses the concepts of number and its operations as they occur in a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum using reasoning, problem solving, and technology to understand its historical development as well as its applications in the areas of geometry, measurement, and data and chance. Opportunities to see how number is essential to understanding other subject areas are included. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90860
        Mon., 11/29, 12/6 and 12/13, 5:00pm—9:00pm
        Thurs., 12/2, 12/9 and 12/16, 5:30pm—9:30pm
        Sat., 12/4, 12/11 and 12/18, 9:00am—4:00pm
        Instructor: E. Goldberg

      • TIE585AH | Multimedia Projects using Alice Software (1sh)

        Increase student interactivity with multimedia projects and games using Alice Software. Alice is a free, innovative 3D programming environment that makes it easy to create an animation for telling a story, playing an interactive game, or a video to share on the web. During the workshop, students will learn how to use Alice programming language to create curriculum and standards based interactive projects and activities.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 91060
        Sat., 11/6 and 11/13, 9:00am—4:30pm
        Instructor: TBA

      • RLL585U | WS/Literature/Instruction/Writing Across the Curriculum (1sh)

        This workshop will involve students with plans and actions for writing workshop and writing responses to non fiction texts. Within this design, students will integrate into their pedagogy with those teaching approaches that have the highest probability of improving achievement for all students in all subject areas such as cooperative learning, affective learning, and other research tools. This workshop can be used as an elective to fulfill the requirements for the Masters of Arts of Teaching Degree. This workshop cannot be used to fulfill requirements for the Reading Specialists degree. If possible, please bring content material with you to the workshop. The focus group for this workshop is grades 3 through 12. Three books will be available for purchase: "What a Novel Idea for grades 6 to 12," "Novel Ideas for Young People, grades 1–5" and "Reading and Writing to Learn" Recommended textbooks.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 91058
        Fri., 9/17, 4:30pm—10:00pm
        Sat., 9/18, 9:00am—5:30pm
        Instructor: K. Kuta
        $40 materials fee: pay instructor

      • RLL585AP | WS/Literature/Instruction/Reading Across the Curriculum (1sh)

        This interactive workshop will involve students with strategies and activities for both fiction and non fiction texts. Within this framework, students will incorporate those instructional strategies that have the highest probability of enhancing student achievement for all students in all subject areas such as cooperative learning, affective learning, as well as other research tools. This workshop can be used as an elective to fulfill the requirements for the Masters in Arts of Teaching Degree. This workshop cannot be used to fulfill requirements for the Reading Specialists degree.

        If possible, please bring content material with you to the workshop. The focus group for this workshop is grades 3 through 12.

        Three books will be available for purchase: "What a Novel Idea for grades 6 to 12," "Novel Ideas for Young People, grades 1–5" and "Reading and Writing to Learn" Recommended textbooks.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 91059
        Fri., 10/15, 4:30pm—10:00pm
        Sat., 10/16, 9:00am—5:30pm
        Instructor: K. Kuta
        $40 materials fee: pay instructor

    • Skokie

      5202 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077

      • RLR595S | Effective Literacy Coaching (2sh)

        Effective Literacy Coaching focuses on coaching principles and strategies related to improvements and innovations in classroom teaching, specifically literacy instruction. This course emphasizes ways to work with individual teachers in classrooms, groups of teachers in various settings, and school–based professional development to bring about improvement in teaching, literacy instruction, and student achievement. Comments: Two class meetings will be during the winter 2011 term. Grades will be received at the conclusion of the class, after 1/29/2011. If using financial aid, this class will apply to the fall 2010 term only.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90846
        Sat., 9/25, 10/16, 11/13/2010
        1/8 and 1/29/2011
        9:00am—3:00pm
        Instructors: R. Buhle and C. Blachowicz

    • Wheeling

      1000 Capitol Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090

      • MHE450 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers (3sh)

        This is a mathematics content course for prospective and in-service elementary school teachers. It addresses the concepts of a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum through reasoning and problem solving in the areas of patterns, number, geometry, measurement, data and chance. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60472
        Tues. and Thurs., 6/29–8/3, 1:00pm–5:00pm
        Instructor: D. Raabe

      • MHE501 | Topics in Mathematics for Teachers: Number Concepts and Operations in the Elementary Middle School Mathematics Curriculum (3sh)

        This is a mathematics course for prospective and inservice teachers. It addresses the concepts of number and its operations as they occur in a comprehensive elementary and middle school mathematics curriculum using reasoning, problem solving, and technology to understand its historical development as well as its applications in the areas of geometry, measurement, and data and chance. Opportunities to see how number is essential to understanding other subject areas are included. This course can be used to eliminate a general education mathematics deficiency and/or used towards an endorsement in teaching middle school mathematics.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90848
        Sat., 9/18—12/4, 9:00am—1:00pm
        Instructor: P. Raabe

      • TIE585AI | Screencasting in the Classroom (1sh)

        Want to create short video tutorials and instructions for your students? A Screencast is a digital recording and narration of activities on your computer screen. Save step–by–step demonstrations and instructions as support materials and then distribute them to your students. During this hands–on workshop, students will learn the basics of how to design, develop and upload a variety of screencasts.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 91061
        Sat., 10/2 and 10/9, 9:00am—4:30pm
        Instructor: TBA

  • Off Campus

    • Brookfield Zoo/Chicago Zoological Society

      3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513
      Contact: Lanis Petrik 708.688.8372 or Lanis.Petrik@czs.org
      Check back often for updates and additions

      • SCE582BW | WS/SCE Ed/Exploring Habitats: Australia (1sh)

        For grades K to 8. Participants will join staff from Brookfield Zoo to explore biomes around the world, such as deserts, wetlands, lakes or temperate forests and the residents and climates of the habitats involved. Topics of study will include: plant and animal characteristics, effects of human interactions, research (both in situ and in captivity) projects and methods for teaching about the biome in the classroom or focused field trip setting. Visit Australia at Brookfield Zoo: the Land Down Under or "Oz", as the natives say. From kangaroo footprints to stories of travel to the great dry continent on the other side of the world, we'll explore a land that time (almost) forgot. You'll take away kangaroo pockets for young students, hear wombat stories, do an animal behavior observation and get your very own video of a kangaroo youngster the first time out hopping around.
        Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60489
        Tues., 6/22, 8:30am–4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Thurs., 6/24, 8:30am–4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BQ | WS/SCE Ed/Animal Adaptations: Form and Function (1sh)

        For grades 1–10. This workshop explores the variety of adaptations that exist in the animal kingdom. Attention will be paid to physical features, as well as physiological and behavioral adaptations, that enable animals to exist in harsh environments, survive on a variety of foodsand to occupy many unusual ecological niches. Discover weird and wonderful examples of life in the plant and animal kingdoms with examples from desert, rain forest and grassland ecosystems. Hands on investigations will center on animal dentition, the structure of cells, camouflage and taxonomy. Attention will be paid to structural, physiological and behavioral adaptations.

        Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60485
        Fri., 6/25, 4:30pm–10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 6/26, 8:30am–4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE585CG | WS/SCE Ed/Communicating Science: Art in the Zoo (3sh)

        From Art deco signage and buildings dating back to the Zoo's opening in 1934 to the latest in Zoo exhibits and signs of the 21st Century, we'll discovery art, illustrations, statues and photographs. Our Brookfield Zoo photographer will help you to take your own "award winning" photos and resident artists and exhibit designers will share their expertise and stories. Plan ways to incorporate art into your science and literacy lessons, ESL classes and focused field trips and more. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60624
        Mon. thru Fri., 6/28–7/2, 8:00am–5:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE585CF | WS/SCE Ed/Instr. Practices/Zoology: Curriculum Activities: Biology Sampler (3sh)

        Educator participants will experience a variety of curriculum activities that use animals and zoology as the "hook" to spark student interest. Participants work in grade level groups to evaluate ideas and apply them to the construction of curriculum that can be used in their classrooms for appropriate grade levels. Discover fun, interactive and hands-on ways to engage your students. You'll hear a love story that reveals a family history and discover how a biological trait is passed along, participate in the origami bird lab to study mutation and natural selection and build a dichotomous key by using animals right here at the zoo. From the nature of science to inquiry, this class will sample it all! Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60626
        Mon. thru Fri., 7/19 –7/23, 8:00am–5:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BR | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Species and Taxon: Ocean Explorers (3sh)

        For all grades. Workshop participants will join staff and scientists from the Brookfield Zoo as they explore species and taxon: Ocean Animals. Topics of study will include: status in the wild, effects of human interactions, captive care and breeding programs, husbandry issues, research projects and methods of teaching in the classroom or focused field trip setting. Focus on the ocean animals at Brookfield Zoo: bottle nosed dolphin, penguins, seals, sea lions, sea stars and more. Carry out a behavioral observation and develop inquiry questions for use with your students. Fee includes curriculum materials and a book. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60492
        Mon. thru Fri., 7/26–7/30, 8:00am–5:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BR | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Species and Taxon: Butterflies (1sh)

        Workshop participants will join staff and scientists from the Nature Museum and Brookfield Zoo as they explore species and taxon: Butterflies. Topics of study will include: status in the wild, effects of human interactions, captive care and breeding programs, husbandry issues, research projects and methods of teaching in the classroom or focused field trip setting. Visit two wonderful butterfly habitats and learn about the life cycle of these beautiful creatures. Design and conduct inquiry observations, hear about butterflies from the experts who care for them and get activities for use in your classroom. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60493
        Tues., 8/3, 8:30am–4:30pm at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago
        Wed., 8/4, 8:30am–4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BW | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Exploring Habitats: Exploring Grasslands (1sh)

        Participants will join staff from Brookfield zoo to explore biomes around the world, such as deserts, wetlands, lakes or temperate forests and the residents and climates of the habitats involved. Topics of study will include: plant and animal characteristics, effects of human interactions, research (both in situ and in captivity) projects, and methods for teaching about the biome in the classroom or focused field trip setting. From elephants to bison, millions of incredible animals live in the grasslands of the world. Learn about the amazing plants, animals and peoples that populate the most productive biomes on earth. From the savannahs, steppes, prairies and pampas to Illinois, the Prairie State Receive extensive curriculum materials and AV resources. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be e–mailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90883
        Fri., 10/1, 4:30—10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 10/2, 8:30am—4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582CK | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Seasonal Studies: Autumn, A Time of Change (1sh)

        For all grades. The class explores the concept of change in the natural world: how plants and animals deal with the changing seasons, and with our changing world. Activities are designed to help participants understand and observe: the changing seasons, seasonal changes in animals and plants, growth and metamorphosis. The class also focuses on the changes that humans have caused and how to prepare students to be environmentally responsible citizens. Participants will synthesize class experiences and information into the development of science curriculum. Incorporate the subject of change into your curriculum throughout the year. This workshop provides classroom activities, background information for teachers, in–zoo and outdoor experience and exploration, and follow–up activities. Learn about seasonal change and human induced changes as well as changes in ecosystems caused by natural events such as hurricanes, drought, El Nino, and fire. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90854
        Fri., 10/8, 4:30pm—10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 10/9, 8:30am—5:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BQ | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Animal Adaptations: Animal Travelers (1sh)

        For all grades. This workshop explores the variety of adaptations that exist in the animal kingdom. Attention will be paid to physical features, as well as physiological and behavioral adaptations, that enable animals to exist in harsh environments, survive on a variety of foods, and to occupy many unusual ecological niches. Students will observe zoo animals and interact with zoo staff as well as participate in classroom and focused field trip activities designed for use with diverse learners. All over the planet animals are on the move. Thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross crocodile infested rivers in the Great Migration, flock of geese and cranes wing through the skies above Chicago, Storks nest in Europe and winter in Africa. There can be safety in numbers: a swarm of bees, a school of fish or a herd of reindeer move through the air, the sea and across the land. Discover the challenges they face with games, animal observations, and discussion. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90855
        Fri., 10/15, 4:30pm—10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 10/16, 8:30am—5:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582B | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Teaching Strategies: Hands–on Classroom (1sh)

        For all grades. Provides an opportunity for teachers to enhance their knowledge of teaching and learning. Provides an opportunity for teachers to update their understanding of inquiry as applied to science education. Includes hands–on use of materials developed for an array of different topics from which teachers can choose. This class will help teachers understand how to move from the role of "knowledge owner" to that of "facilitator" in their classrooms. Participants will learn the differences between student–centered and teacher–centered approaches, as they experience student–centered activities at the Zoo. Participants will then learn how to turn their classrooms into student–centered environments, and develop practical lessons and activities that they can implement in their classrooms. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90856
        Fri., 10/22, 4:30pm—10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 10/23, 8:30am—4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BR | WS/Science Ed/Topic /Species or Taxons: Great Bear Wilderness (1sh)

        For all grades. Workshop participants will join staff and scientists from Brookfield Zoo and partner institutions as they explore a species (such as bears) or taxon (comprised of related species, such as gibbons) of animals. Topics of study will include: status in the wild, effects of human interactions, captive care and breeding programs, husbandry issues, research (both in situ and in captivity) projects, and methods for teaching about the species or taxon in the classroom or focused field trip setting. It's Brookfield Zoo's latest exhibit: grizzly bears, polar bears, bison and bald eagles—some of the most exciting animals of North America. Observe engaging animal behavior and learn about the theories of animal care, biology and physiology that helped to shape this exhibit. Take away the Zoobooks Bears issue and activities for your classroom or outdoor exploration. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90857
        Fri., 11/5, 4:30pm—10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 11/6, 8:30am—4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE585AJ | WS/Science Ed/Instructional Practices/Connecting Reading and Science Inquiry: Zoo Stories(1sh)

        For grades K–8. Integrate science and show how literacy can be a vehicle for science instruction. Incorporate signs, nature exploration and inquiry into the teaching of reading. Participate in hands on experiences and nature exploration to create activities for the teaching of science through reading and writing. Activities will include poetry, journaling, and alternate ways of presenting reading material. The class will use a selected children's book to demonstrate the teaching of science through reading. Take home activities, materials and audiovisual resources that will help you to teach science through reading in your classroom. Do you know how 2 orphaned baby brown bears came to Brookfield Zoo? Why Tapeko dolphin raised her grandson? Where most zoo animals come from? Hear stories about our great animals and tell your own animal stories. We'll make books and explore techniques for teaching reading and writing. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be e–mailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90858
        Fri., 11/19, 4:30pm—10:00pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Sat., 11/20, 8:30am—4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

      • SCE582BW | WS/Science Ed/Topic/Exploring Habitats: Exploring Deserts (1sh)

        For grades K–8. Participants will join staff from Brookfield zoo to explore biomes around the world, such as deserts, wetlands, lakes or temperate forests and the residents and climates of the habitats involved. Topics of study will include: plant and animal characteristics, effects of human interactions, research (both in situ and in captivity) projects, and methods for teaching about the biome in the classroom or focused field trip setting. Learn about deserts worldwide and the survival strategies and adaptations that have been developed by desert inhabitants: both plant and animal Participate in hands–on science and art activities, get assessment ideas and receive materials and power point images for use in your classroom.

        Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90859
        Sat., 12/4, 8:30am—4:30pm at Chicago Botanic Garden
        Sat., 12/11, 8:30am—4:30pm at Brookfield Zoo
        Instructor: L. Petrik

    • Chicago Botanic Garden

      1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
      Do not register for the following class through National-Louis University. Register online at www.chicagobotanic.org

    • CPS Area 2: Eugene Field School

      7019 N. Ashland, Chicago, IL 60626

      • SCE521 | Astronomy for Teachers (3sh)

        Explores selected topics in astronomy and cosmology relevant to the K–8 science curriculum using a laboratory–based approach. Although other instructional methodologies will be examined, this course will focus on using a traditional lecture/lab format as an exemplary model for teaching and learning astronomy. Topics include: observation of the nighttime sky, study of constellations, applications of physics concepts, historical development of con cepts and theories, recent discoveries and current notions about space–time, electromagnetic radiation, the structure of the universe, the development of stars and the solar system. Considers technology of and issues in space exploration. Prerequisite: SCE510 or permission of instructor.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 90945
        Wed., 9/15—11/24, 4:00pm—7:00pm at Eugene Field School
        Instructor: V. Dipinto
        Required Texts: Coming of Age in the Milky Way, by Timothy Ferris ISBN: 0060535954; 2010 Old Farmer's Almanac ISBN: 1571984844

    • Joliet Area Professional Development Alliance

      2705 McDonough St | Joliet, IL 60436

      • SCE585AJ | WS/SCE Ed/Instructional Practices/Connecting Reading and Science Inquiry: Science Sampler (1sh)

        Sample a variety of topics that can be used on focused field trips or in your classroom. You'll get materials and activities to teach about animals, create and read maps, do an inquiry investigation and incorporate reading and math into science. If you want to make a Zoo field trip a real learning experience or just add fun to your curriculum, this is the class for you!

        Integrate science and show how literacy can be a vehicle for science instruction. Incorporate signs, nature exploration and inquiry into the teaching of reading. Participate in hands on experiences and nature exploration to create activities for the teaching of science through reading material. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60490
        Tues., 7/13, 8:30am–4:30pm at Joliet Area Professional Development Alliance
        Thurs., 7/15, 8:30am–4:30pm at Joliet Area Professional Development Alliance
        Instructor: L. Petrik

    • Peabody Mansion, Mayslake property (DuPage FPD)

      1717 West 31st Street | Oak Brook, IL 60523

      • No programs listed at this time.
    • Spring Valley Nature Center

      1111 East Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194

      • SCE582CI | WS/SCE Ed/Insects in the Elementary Classroom: Lights in the Night, Songs in the Prairie (1sh)

        For Grades Pre–K to 8. Poetry, insect songs (for people to sing), a night hike, making insect "traps", insect games, searching under logs and rocksand learning more than you,d ever imagine about bees: this will be a jam packed fun class! Even if you don't like "bugs" you'll love the songs they make and the sight of summer's favorite: lightening bugs! Plus you'll learn about some great classroom resources and take away a fun art project. Students are fascinated by insects, so build on their enthusiasm by becoming an expert on the insects found in the prairies, wetlands and woodlands of the Chicago wilderness. Become familiar with the characteristics of the major orders and learn to indentify many of the common insects. Participate in activities and experiments, develop grade appropriate lessons, research a species and enjoy insect-related music, drama, literature and art. Please bring a sack lunch each day of the workshop. Upon registration, maps and driving directions will be emailed to participants.

        Additional Details
        CRN: 60491
        Fri., 7/23, 4:30pm–10:00pm at Spring Valley Nature Center
        Sat., 7/24, 8:30am–4:30pm at Spring Valley Nature Center
        Instructor: L. Petrik

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    • TIE584J | WS/TIE/Curriculum Materials/Engaged Learning with Technology (1sh)

      Participants will explore ways in which technology can be integrated in the school curriculum to encourage students to become more actively engaged in their learning. This workshop will meet over a minimum of 15 clock hours. This workshop is suitable for students in any graduate program in the field of education. Prerequisites: At a minimum, participants must possess the basic computer skills to independently use a word processor, internet browser, email and search engine. Ability to use spreadsheet and presentation software would also be helpful. Contact Craig.Cunningham@nl.edu to complete online orientation as soon as you register. There is a required textbook, which will be available from the NLU online bookstore.

      Additional Details
      CRN: 60627
      Online: Mon. 7/12 thru 7/23
      Online Orientation required
      Instructor: C. Cunningham
      Required Textbook: To Want to Learn: Insights and Provocations for Engaged Learning, Jackson Kytle, Macmillan Publishing, 2004
      ISBN: 1403963339, 9781403963338
      Questions: Craig.Cunningham@nl.edu

    • CIC595B | Special Topics/Curriculum and Instruction/Death in Schools (1sh)

      Death enters the classroom, whether invited or not. As educators we have little knowledge of the ways in which children and adolescents understand death and how we can support them in their grieving. Students' academic lives can be greatly impacted by a significant death or trauma. Current events can exacerbate these issues. This workshop explores ways in which teachers can begin to deal with death and grief in a school context. The course consists of a two–week totally online experience. A final reflection paper is due one week after the end of the online session. Contact JMoore@nl.edu to complete online orientation as soon as you register.

      Additional Details
      CRN: 60494
      Online: Mon. 8/2–8/15, final paper due 8/22
      Online Orientation required
      Instructor: J. Moore
      Questions: JMoore@nl.edu or at 847.947.5192

    • CIC595B | Special Topics/Curriculum and Instruction/Death in Schools (1sh)

      Death enters the classroom, whether invited or not. As educators we have little knowledge of the ways in which children and adolescents understand death and how we can support them in their grieving. Students' academic lives can be greatly impacted by a significant death or trauma. Current events can exacerbate these issues. This workshop explores ways in which teachers can begin to deal with death and grief in a school context. The course consists of a two–week totally online experience. A final reflection paper is due one week after the end of the online session. Contact JMoore@nl.edu to complete online orientation as soon as you register.

      Additional Details
      CRN: 90946
      Online: Mon. 10/18 thru 10/31, final paper due 11/7
      Online Orientation required
      Instructor: J. Moore
      Questions: JMoore@nl.edu or at 847.947.5192

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