Summer Institutes

Literacy Institute - Culturally Responsive Instruction for Readers, Writers and Thinkers

It is required for Pennsylvania educators to be Culturally Responsive in the classroom. However, what does this mean? Come learn the answer to this question and more by attending this summer institute. Learn how to infuse culturally responsive instruction to create stronger readers, writers, and thinkers. Our dynamic guest speakers will provide you with the instructional tools and ideas to equip your classroom. This will foster your students’ reading, writing, and thinking at high levels. Come and benefit from our engaging speakers, hands-on activities, and relevant assignments to help you incorporate the concepts covered during the course into your teaching (K-8).

Ideal for Elementary Classroom Teachers, Middle-level Classroom Teachers, Curriculum Coordinators, and Elementary Building Principals.

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This course is the first in a year-long series of courses designed to provide targeted professional development for current school administrators who seek to understand their role as the school leader in the IEP process and related components in meeting the needs of all learners. Emphasis is given to culturally responsive practices and inclusive strategies for achieving high levels of student growth.

Must be a current school administrator to enroll.

 

Millersville University's Micro-Residency for Art Educators is a week-long intensive studio experience for art educators. Participants will have 24/7 studio access, participate in daily group critiques, and be inspired by a series of artist talks.

Each participant will have access to Millersville University's studio facilities. The following studios will be available for participants to use: drawing, painting, fine art metals, sculpture, printmaking, computer/design lab, and photography. Participants will draft proposals prior to the residency that outline what they hope to work on and accomplish. Each participant will be assigned to a small group and a studio mentor for the purpose of group and individual critiques.

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This course focuses on problem-based learning experiences appropriate for your content and grade level which can be incorporated into your curriculum. Participants spend a week immersed in hands-on activities learning how to solve real world problems using creativity and critical thinking. All types of teachers can learn how to put PBL to use as an important teaching strategy.