From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Creating an Engaging Classroom from Day One - EDU-X772U
Course Description
Develop the Type of Classroom That will Embrace, Engage and Motivate
This class will focus on three main components - Positive Environment, Physical Space, and Dynamic Teaching Strategies. Research and experience show that more learning takes place when students feel connected and are engaged, excited and challenged. This course will provide ideas and plans for creating a classroom where all students feel a sense of belonging, of being seen and heard and take ownership in their own learning. Strategies and activities will be offered for promoting engaged learning and participants will have the opportunity to develop and share ideas for achieving the type of classroom that will embrace, engage and motivate students and ultimately increase learning.Final submission for all sections is due on or before December 13, 2026. Transcripts will be issued no sooner than 7 days AFTER December 13, 2026.
Learner Outcomes
- Create a positive environment for lerning in the classroom by developing plans and activities which are focused on engagement
- Understand how physical space in the classroom can affect learning
- Develop a physical plan that will fit your classroom and needs
- Recognize and explore various dynamic teaching strategies that will encourage student engagement and enhance learning
- Gain the opportunity to develop your own plans for strategies and activities that can be used within your own classroom immediately
Course Details
Number or Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course is designed to benefit a wide range of professionals involved in the education system including K-12 educators, administrators, counselors and support staff in the field of education.
Course Dates: This course starts on Monday, September 14, 2026 and should be completed on or before Sunday, December 13, 2026
Course Format: Online Self-Paced, within given dates*.
*Online Self-Paced courses are a perfect blend of accessibility, convenience and flexibility for you to control your learning pace. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your submissions and final project. Grades are based on assignments and completed projects. You have until Sunday, December 13, 2026 or sooner to complete the course. Please pace yourself to allow for instructor responses. Course completion date will reflect December 13, 2026 on the transcript for all participants that successfully meet the completed course work deadline.
Instructors: Various experienced and qualified K-12 educators. See individual course sections
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- Los Angeles Educator Courses : Choose One or Both Courses
Online Self-Paced courses are a perfect blend of accessibility, convenience and flexibility for you to control your learning pace. You will use course textbooks, manuals, assignments and exams to learn and earn credit. Depending on the course, you may also use streaming audio and video, CD-ROM, and download embedded materials through the Internet. Communication with your instructor will take place through your course site online. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams. You can register at any time and you will have six months from the time of registration to complete your course.