DETAILS


Date: Register anytime between August 21, 2026 - August 20, 2027
Course #: EDIA 608
Instructor: Katy Evenson (katy@growprofessionally.com)
Number of License Renewal/Graduate Credits: 1
Registration Deadline: Last day to register is Friday, August 20th 2027 by 5:00 p.m.


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Big News! ISEA Graduate Credit is Back—and Better!

Ready to take the next step in your professional development? We've just launched an exciting partnership with Upper Iowa University to bring back Graduate Credit for ISEA Academy courses!

This collaboration provides two major wins for you:

  1. More Affordable: We've successfully negotiated a lower cost per Graduate credit hour! Invest in your education without breaking the bank. (The new rate is in the "Fees" section at the top of the page.)
  2. A Head Start on Your Degree: A select group of your ISEA Academy courses can now count as elective credit in an Upper Iowa University graduate program. Get credit for the professional learning you're already doing! (Don't forget to check with your program advisor for all the details!)


Important Note for Graduate Credit: To be eligible to receive Graduate credit through Upper Iowa University, you must possess a bachelor's degree from an institution that its regional accreditation association recognizes.

 

Get ready to dive in! This is your opportunity to enroll in a self-paced, one-credit, four-week course that is entirely on your schedule!

Once your registration is processed, look for an email from your instructor packed with everything you need to know. As soon as you get those instructions, you're ready to begin!

Remember, you have the entire 4 weeks to complete all your assignments, discussions, and the final project. It's flexible, but the clock is ticking!

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Course Description:

Ready to turn "I don't know what to do" into "I've got a strategy for that"? Step into a world where every student’s potential is a treasure waiting to be discovered! Welcome to Unlocking Language: A Teacher’s Treasure Chest for ELLs (Part 1), a foundational book study centered on the newly minted The ELL Teacher’s Toolbox 2.0. In this four-module book study, you’ll master advanced differentiation, assessment, and  community-building. We’re not just talking shop; we’re filling your pedagogical toolbox with strategies designed for today’s diverse, tech-infused classrooms. Whether you're welcoming new arrivals or supporting  long-term learners, you'll leave with a ready-to-use blueprint for student success.  

This isn't just a reading group; it’s a hands-on exploration of the "gold standard" of instructional strategies. Whether you are a new teacher looking for your first set of keys or a veteran educator wanting to polish your  approach, this course provides the essential tools to open doors for your English Learners. We will dig deep into the authors' asset-based approach, uncovering practical gems for differentiation, family engagement, and assessment that you can use in your classroom the very next day. This course culminates in a personal Action Research project to prove exactly what works in your unique classroom. Join us to turn linguistic barriers into bridges and transform your classroom into a space where every voice is heard and valued. 

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will… 
● Design and implement lessons using strategies matching the needs of English learners in the classroom. 
● Implement scaffolds for content learning.   
● Facilitate structured writing activities, including the use of mentor texts and frames, to move students  toward independent composition . 
● Design equitable assessment and grading systems that measure content knowledge separately from  language proficiency and provide data to determine teaching strategies. 
● Establish a plan to develop a classroom culture that prioritizes student agency, effective behavior  management, and parent engagement.

 


**Important Information for You**
Please read through as these are Frequently Asked Questions in which answers can be found within this page.

1. The instructor will email you once your class registration has been processed and forwarded to him with information on how to get started in the class:

  • Emails regarding this class will come from the instructor with the email address katy@growprofessionally.com;
  • Be sure to check your junk/spam/clutter folders-mailboxes in case the email address isn't recognized as a known address; and
  • IF YOU ARE USING A SCHOOL EMAIL ADDRESS, many schools have their network security filters set up to push unknown emails directly to spam and you will not even see it; if this is the case you will need to either talk to your IT department and request emails with the email address be allowed through or let us know you want to use a different email address.

2. The Tabs at the top of the registration page have important additional information regarding this class: 

  • The Syllabus gives information of what will be expected of you in the course. Generally it will include course policies, rules and regulations, required texts, and a schedule of assignments;
  • The Fees will let you know how much this class will cost depending on the type of credit you want to take it for as well as if you are an ISEA Member or not;
  • The Cancellation Policy is important so you know how to cancel if you need to and how refunds are handled; and
  • The ISEA Official Transcript page tells you how to access your transcript once the class has ended.

WHEN

August 21, 2026 – August 20, 2027

PLANNER

REGISTER FOR THE TRAINING SESSION TODAY!