MARIO Educator Level 2 Certification

1-4.5 Units
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for MARIO Framework Participants Only

This 10 week course builds upon the learning completed in the MARIO Educator Level 1 certification course and focuses specifically on improving the delivery of the evidence-based MARIO Approach through skilled one-to-one conversations. This course has a highly personalized feel as participants identify an individual learning goal that informs all aspects of their work with their MARIO coach and their peers. Throughout the course, participants engage in a design-thinking inspired iterative process where they continually grow and measure the impact of their one-to-one learning conversations with students utilizing the GoReact platform. GoReact enables participants to record their 1:1 sessions and receive detailed feedback from course peers and coaches through video annotation and rubric feedback. The emphasis of this course in on refining practice and improving efficacy of services delivered.

Course Details

Number of Units: 1.0 - 4.5 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours. Participants select number of units upon checkout.

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for K-12 Special Education Teachers, Learning Support Teachers, General Educators, Content Teachers, EAL Teachers, Administrators, and Counselors.

ÑÇɫӰ¿â – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The ÑÇɫӰ¿â partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through ÑÇɫӰ¿â’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways. These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the ÑÇɫӰ¿â; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.

Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.

Prerequisites:

Students must have successfully completed the MARIO Educator Certification Level 1 course prior to enrolling in this course. Participants gain the most from the course when they are either in teacher training or are actively working as teachers in K-12 settings.

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What You Will Learn

  • Understand what makes one-to-one learning conversations effective
  • Implement the MARIO Approach in their context effectively
  • Explore ways to stay involved in the MARIO framework educator network and to continue to deepen learning through design thinking cycles
  • Identify a personal learning goal and track goal progress throughout the duration of the course, applying this learning to their unique context
  • Self-assess and improve their delivery of effective one-to-one learning conversations
  • Identify and deepen their understanding in an area of the MARIO Framework that is of particular importance to them
  • Strengthen the connection with other MARIO Educators through collaborative peer-reviewing of projects

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the ÑÇɫӰ¿â’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why ÑÇɫӰ¿â?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Credit Validation

The ÑÇɫӰ¿â’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by ÑÇɫӰ¿â. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

Key Benefits of Credit Validation Courses

Make Your Work Count

Earn credit for your previous work in trainings, workshops, and conferences through a simple process.

Advance Faster

Save money by earning credit for work you completed and get one step closer to salary advancement.

Work Towards a Degree

Many receiving institutions may accept credits towards degree programs, giving you a head start in earning a graduate degree.