Monday, October 13, 2008

An Introduction to Bullying for Educators -Online Course E101


Program Flyer: An Introduction to Bullying for Educators -Online Course E101
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Professional Development Provider
Bullying.org-Bill Belsey
Contact Information
Bill Belsey
159 Riverview Circle
Cochrane, Alberta T4C 1K9
Canada

Program Type
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Superintendent, Curriculum Director, Business Manager, Professional Development Director, Technology Director, Video Conferencing Contact, Gifted and Talented Coordinator, Title One Coordinator, Principal, Teacher, Paraprofessional, Parent, College/University, Media Specialist/Librarian, Administrator
Primary Disciplines
bullying, cyberbullying
Secondary Disciplines
Creating a School/Community Partnership (Vista)
Program Description
Bullying is often the number one non-academic issue that many educators will have to face during their teaching careers. Bullying is a major concern for most parents as their children enter school. Yet, many educators have never had a class, let alone a course about this issue. The self-directed online course E101 -An Introduction to Bullying for Educators from www.bullyingcourse.com, will help prepare educators to address this issue using a foundation of world-class research combined with practical and effective strategies. The course also includes a learning module on the emerging issue of cyberbullying.A course outline can be viewed at:http://bullyingcourse.com/mod/resource/view.php?id=226
Program Format
Course Requirements / Assignment:1) Read / view the Learning Objectives for each Learning Module2) Complete the Learning Tasks for each Learning Module3) Complete one major course assignment.Evaluation: Assessments will be noted as "Complete" or "Incomplete". A certificate ofcompletion will be issued to successful course participants.
Objectives
This course will offer the following to participants:• A working definition of bullying that will be helpful to educators• A deeper understanding of bullying behaviours and how they can manifest themselves• Access to some of the world's best academic research about bullying that educators willfind relevant to their schools• Review research findings related to bullying behaviours• Develop awareness of the consequences of bullying, both personally and socially• Practical ideas and helpful resources that can be used to prevent bullying behaviours• Develop effective strategies for preventing and eliminating bullying both in theirclassrooms and their schools• Develop an understanding of the emerging issue of cyberbullying and the role that educators can play in addressing it• An introduction to research-supported, anti-bullying programs and resources• Practical course assignments that can be used by educators to address bullying in theirschools• Access to rich, creative multimedia resources that will make the learning experiencemore enjoyable and engaging for a variety of learning styles
National Staff Development Council Standards to which this program aligns
Context Standards:# Organizes adults into learning communities whose goals are aligned with those of the school and district. (Learning Communities)# Requires skillful school and district leaders who guide continuous instructional improvement. (Leadership)# Requires resources to support adult learning and collaboration. (Resources)Process Standards:# Uses multiple sources of information to guide improvement and demonstrate its impact. (Evaluation)# Prepares educators to apply research to decision making. (Research-Based)# Uses learning strategies appropriate to the intended goal. (Design)# Applies knowledge about human learning and change. (Learning)# Provides educators with the knowledge and skills to collaborate. (Collaboration) Content Standards:* Prepares educators to understand and appreciate all students, create safe, orderly and supportive learning environments, and hold high expectations for their academic achievement. (Equity)* Deepens educators' content knowledge, provides them with research-based instructional strategies to assist students in meeting rigorous academic standards, and prepares them to use various types of classroom assessments appropriately. (Quality Teaching)* Provides educators with knowledge and skills to involve families and other stakeholders appropriately. (Family Involvement)
Program Length
60 days
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Date/Time Notes
This self-directed online course is ongoing.NOTE: When you register for this program, please select the technolgy available at your site (IP or ISDN). You will receive a message noting a needed bridge; please ignore that message, the request will be sent and will NOT affect the online nature of the course.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Cost per Participant with Premium Service: $99.00 What's this?
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Program Fee Notes
Individual course or Webinar payment can be made online through Paypal. School Board or District group pricing is available. Contact help@bullying.org and/or (403) 932-1748 for more information.
Cancellation Policy

*Note: Refunds will NOT be given for incomplete courses.
Program is Offered Through

Webinar, Other: Web-based, self-directed online course
Is video taping allowed?

No
The Provider broadcasts over

WebinarOther: Web
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

Access to the Web with a flash-enabled Web browser. Speakers and/or a headset are required in order to listen to the audio portion of the multimedia content that is included in the course.
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