Pacific Mentorship Pilot Program - The Power of Partnerships - EDC-X791X
Course Description
Credit Validation for DoWEA Participants Only
This three-unit graduate credit course, designed for the Pacific Mentorship Program Pilot, offers professional learning for mentor teachers and mentees. Participants will meet monthly and during Focused Collaboration sessions to enhance skills in DoWEA's six components of Excellent Instruction, including goal alignment, student engagement, assessment, differentiation, and creating a supportive learning environment. The sessions focus on identifying strengths, growth opportunities, and improving instructional practices to boost student achievement.Learner Outcomes
- Enhance planning and delivery of the DoWEA curriculum, resources, and instructional best practices
- Strengthen teaching practices and leadership skills to develop effective leadership teams in districts and schools
- Leverage data to identify diverse learning needs and gaps, planning best practice strategies to support all learners and increase student achievement
- Foster a culture of collaboration by engaging in instructional rounds and providing actionable feedback for teachers
- Build and model dedication to continuous improvement and network with other school and district leaders to support the school year
Course Details
Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoWEA Participants.
University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information
The University of San Diego 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 USD’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 University of San Diego; 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.
Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.
Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.
Transcript Delivery Timeline:
- U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
- International addresses: 3–4 weeks