Modules

Series Overview

This professional development series consists of four required asynchronous modules (modules one through four) and one optional module (module five). Each module is self-paced and includes an introduction, an overview of its objectives and clearly defined learning goals.

The modules combine essential content knowledge with opportunities for reflection, inquiry and analysis related to culturally responsive teaching practices. Through these activities, participants will develop actionable strategies for creating and sustaining culturally responsive classrooms and leadership. In addition, participants will engage in tasks such as constructing essential questions, analyzing and designing curricular materials and assessing existing curriculum and texts—all while reflecting on experiences and learning.

The professional development series can be navigated easily using the buttons below. We encourage you to complete each module in its entirety before moving on to the next one.

Questions? Visit our Module Learning Series FAQs or contact us at culturallyresponsive@education.illinois.edu for support or inquiries.

Professional Development Hours and Microcredential

Illinois teachers who complete modules one through four will earn 42 professional development hours. Those who complete all five modules (one through five) will earn 50 professional development hours and become eligible for an Illinois State Board of Education microcredential.

Microcredentials provide Illinois educators with a way to demonstrate specialized competencies. Upon completing this series, Illinois educators with a professional education license will be eligible for a permanent notation on their license, indicating to current and future employers that they have completed advanced and focused training in culturally responsive teaching.

Instructions on Accessing the Magnitude of Us Canvas Page

The professional development (PD) modules are now hosted on Canvas Free For Teachers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. This learning series will use a cohort model and run once every semester. Each cohort will cap at 100 in order to provide adequate support to participants.

Dates for Cohorts

July 15 - Nov. 30
January 15 - May 31

Those who are interested in attending may also self-enroll via Canvas or sign up here and use code FC9GBE. Please note that the course schedule varies for teachers and leaders, and the course will close when it reaches capacity. You will need a Canvas account, which is free and accessible via the above link.