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African American History: Road to a More Perfect Union ONLINE (Southwest)

This is a fact-based lecture history of African Americans in the U.S. since 1619. Class is participatory, examining contemporary problems of American history most of us were never taught. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

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Baseball in Minnesota (Ella Baker)

Learn about the rich history of baseball in our state with fellow enthusiasts.

Wed, May 14 - Jun 4

6:00 - 7:30 PM

Ella Baker School

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Certificate in Online Teaching (Online at your own pace)

For those new to teaching online, or those already teaching online. Get the best instruction from the foremost authorities in online learning. From building to improving an online course, from fostering online discussion to encouraging student interaction, from traditional assessment to online tests, the program will give you both the fundamentals of teaching online, as well as the most advanced tips and techniques in the business. Your instructors are authors, speakers and consultants in online learning and teaching. Courses: Advanced Online Teaching Designing Online Instruction Fostering Online Discussion Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ Class Details: Advanced Online Teaching Unit 1: How the internet is changing how we learn To 10 reasons cognitive information is delivered better online Learning online What you cannot do online How young people learn online The brain and learning online Unit 2: Building your online course The 10 step model How knowledge is organized online Building online content Creating audio and video presentations Development time and cost Unit 3: Teaching your online course Facilitating online discussions Creating a safe online learning environment Responding to student questions and needs How much time you should spend online Evaluating your online course Unit 4: Creating assessment and measuring online learning Designing online assessment Multiple assessments Assessment as a learning tool Grading in the 21st century Best practices in online teaching Designing Online Instruction Unit 1: Overview of the online instructional environment Internet basics Principles behind the adoption of technology innovation The nature of the online learning environment Unit 2: Envisioning your online course Types of web courses Preparing for the move to the web Analyzing your current course Planning your web course Identifying resources Design guides Unit 3: Developing a web course Team vs individual approach to development Phases of design and development Models of web courses Unit 4: Online Interaction Online collaboration Creating an interactive environment Motivating student-student interaction Managing interaction Unit 5: Issues in the web environment Managing email Facilitating discussion Class size Copyright Fostering Online Discussion Unit 1: How continual engagement helps you foster effective online discussions What is continual engagement? Why is continual engagement important? Breaking down the barriers to effective continual engagement in your discussion interaction Unit 2: Building your students' success through your interaction Why continual engagement in online discussion is important to your students' success Choosing your words carefully in discussion interaction Strategies to use at the beginning of your term Strategies to use as the term gets underway Strategies to use when things get hectic Unit 3: Assessing your students' performance Giving effective feedback Communicating with students about grades Some special challenges of group work and how to overcome them Unit 4: Keeping your communication skills sharp How networking with your peers can build your skills Using break times effectively Working with an assistant How online interaction enhances your face-to-face instruction

Sun-Sat, Apr 7 - Jun 27

12:01 AM - 11:59 PM

Min Age

18 yr.

Sun-Sat, Jun 2 - Aug 29

12:01 AM - 11:59 PM

Min Age

18 yr.

Sun-Sat, Sep 2 - Nov 28

Certificate in Teaching Adults (Online at your own pace)

This is your invitation to teach others in-person and join in one of the more important functions in life - passing on knowledge and skills. It is both an opportunity and a responsibility. Whether you want to teach others or currently teach others, in any setting, either formally or informally, this course is for you. We will give you both the fundamental and advanced information to improve your teaching. Your lead instructor is author of How to Teach Adults, the best-selling book on the subject. The ebook version is included in the course. Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ Class details: Unit 1: How adults learn Emotional characteristics, self-image as key Physical characteristics and your physical surroundings Mental characteristics, adults display a readiness to learn Social characteristics, learners’ experiences, schooling, and prior experience Keys to helping adults learn Unit 2: Tackling learning styles Sensory learning styles Gender learning styles Neurological learning styles Unit 3: Generational learning styles The cohort experience Understanding generational differences How Baby Boomers learn How Gen X and Gen Y learn Unit 4: How to prepare for your course Preparing the Course Goals, objectives, and end results Amount of material to cover Slant or approach, a range of ways to approach your subject Materials preparation Unit 5: Discovering and involving your participants Finding out more about your participants The First Class, why this meeting is critical, ice breakers How to involve your participants The Teachable Moment, a special time when you let go for awhile Unit 6: Ways to vary your teaching techniques Modes of teaching, different formats for various situations Tips on how to lead a good discussion How to ask a good question - one of the most overlooked skills Making small group activities successful Energizing your physical learning environment Unit 7: Great presentation techniques Surprising do’s and don’ts of presenting Advanced presentation techniques Teaching tools, including audio-visuals Handouts that really zing Learning mediums, extra special touches to enhance learning Unit 8: Improving your teaching Measuring results and learning Using the web in face-to-face courses Improving your course, every time Learning and teaching in the 21st century

Sun-Sat, Sep 2 - Oct 31

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Cinema: Watch, Analyze & Discuss (Washburn at Justice Page)

Film is art (and entertainment). You'll watch great films at home, directed by men and women, modern, black and white, American, foreign, and then meet to discuss the story, themes, and cinematic technique. A to subscription to Criterion streaming service will be required. 1st movie to watch ahead of class will be sent a week prior to the beginning of class.

Wed, Apr 16 - May 21

6:30 - 8:00 PM

Justice Page Middle School

Min Age

18 yr.

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Criminology Cases: Fredrick McGhee: A Minnesota Legal Pioneer (Ella Baker)

This is a remarkable story of Fredrick McGhee born into slavery who became Minnesota's first African American admitted to the Minnesota Bar in 1889. This legal pioneer established himself as a great trial lawyer, trying many high profile criminal cases in Minnesota. McGhee was also a civil rights pioneer who became a founding member of the NAACP. This presentation will examine McGhee's career, his trial and his work as an early national civil rights leader.

Criminology Cases: Leopold and Loeb and the Evolution of the Death Penalty (Ella Baker)

On May 21, Bobby Franks went missing. Frank's Body was found days later. The investigation led to the apprehension and charging of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, two sons of wealthy Chicago businessmen. Leopold and Loeb were charged with murder and kidnapping. The Cook County State Attorney was seeking their execution. Represented by Clarence Darrow, Leopold and Loeb received life sentences. This presentation will examine this case and effect on the death penalty policy in the United States.

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Field Map My Park: Matthews Park (Summer)

This course is a combination of an introduction to field mapping and a naturalist lesson. Day 1 will be the "Naturalists in the Park Day." Fun for all ages (bring your kids). We will learn how to make various measurements of trees and document our observations on a map. Day 2 will be a computer lab day where we will enter our data onto OpenStreetMap, query their database for the edits, and finally map and analyze the information with QGIS. If you do not have access to a laptop, please email andrew.kallevig@mpls.k12.mn.us and we will try to make accommodations for the computer portion of the class.

Wed/Sat, Jul 19 - Jul 23

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Matthews Park and Dowling Elementary School

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Field Map My Park: Farview Park (Summer)

This course is a combination of an introduction to field mapping and a naturalist lesson. Day 1 will be the "Naturalists in the Park Day." Fun for all ages (bring your kids). We will learn how to make various measurements of trees and document our observations on a map. Day 2 will be a computer lab day where we will enter our data onto OpenStreetMap, query their database for the edits, and finally map and analyze the information with QGIS. If you do not have access to a laptop, please email andrew.kallevig@mpls.k12.mn.us and we will try to make accommodations for the computer portion of the class.

Mon/Sat, Aug 2 - Aug 4

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School

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Intro to African Trade Beads (Edison)

African Trade beads are beads that were used as a medium of barter within and amongst communities. They are considered to be one of the earliest forms of trade between members of the human race and evolved into symbols to represent tribal status and were utilized in various ceremonies. It has also been surmised that bead trading was one of the reasons why humans developed language. In this two part series, first learn the history of African Trade Beads from inception through their evolution and social value throughout various African cultures. The first class will conclude with a Q&A. Come back week 2 for further discussion and a hands-on activity using actual trade beads.

Personal Peace (Roosevelt)

You are invited to explore a unique perspective on the topic of Peace and Hope in today’s world shared by Prem Rawat through dynamic videos. This class on personal peace allows time for reflection and past participants are welcome to attend. “The desire for peace is fundamental to every human being.” ~ Prem Rawat

Mon, May 5 - May 19

7:00 - 8:30 PM

Roosevelt High School

Min Age

18 yr.

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