Educator Courses Via Distance Learning

These courses are computer-based training which you can complete at a pace that fits your schedule. The instructor is accessed by a toll-free number or via email for technical or professional questions. You will receive the course materials via e-mail or regular mail after you register, depending on whether you requested the online or CD version at the time of registration. The courses have been developed by Virtual Education Software, Inc. (VESi), and are offered by CSU Dominguez Hills in partnership with VESi.

Topics covered include managing disruptive behavior, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), violence in schools, drugs and alcohol use and abuse, learning disabilities, Autism and Asperger's Disorder, special needs students, behavior assessments, high achievers, aggressive behavior in the classroom, child abuse (including neglected children), traumatized children, assessing student learning, teaching diversity, reading fundamentals, infant and toddler mental health, family-centered services from birth to five, early childhood program planning, early childhood observation and assessment, and early childhood typical and atypical development.

All work must be completed by the end of each term. Please check the schedule for schedule and cost information. Be advised that the extension units earned in these classes are not applicable to the baccalaureate degree at CSUDH.

Technical Requirements
Students receive course materials by e-mail or regular mail after registration. If you choose to take the course online, you must have a reliable, high-speed Internet connection. With the online option, all data saves to the VESi servers, so you may use more than one computer to complete your course. If you choose the CD option, all user data is saved on your computer's hard drive, and you must stay on the same computer from start to finish.

The following requirements are needed:
Macintosh Operating Systems -- Mac OS 9.x or OSX, 1 GB of RAM and 5MB of free hard disk space, 15” or larger color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600, and a printer connected
Windows Operating Systems -- Windows XP Home, Professional or newer, 1GB of RAM and 5MB of free hard disk space, 15” or larger color monitor with a minimum resolution of 800 x 600, and a printer connected to your computer.

Courses

Advanced Classroom Management: Children as Change Agents
TEX 495-59
2 Ext Units
Prerequisite: Any introductory behavior management course.
Syllabus
Instructor: Mick Jackson, Ed.D.
$318
Schedule

Attention Deficit Disorder: Information & Interventions for Effective Teaching
TEX 495-43
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Mick Jackson, MS Ed
$318
Schedule

Autism & Asperger's Disorder: Information & Effective Intervention Strategies
TEX 495-49
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Marrea Winnega, Ph.D.
$318
Schedule

Behavior is Language Strategies for Managing Disruptive Behavior
TEX 495-41
3 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Mick Jackson, MS Ed
$477
Schedule

Child Abuse: Working with Abused & Neglected Children
TEX 495-56
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Joan Halverstadt, MS Ed.
$318
Schedule

Drugs & Alcohol in Schools: Understanding Substance Use & Abuse
TEX 495-45
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Peggy Rapp, MSW
$318
Schedule

Early Childhood: Family-Centered Services
TEX 495-68
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Darcie Donegan
Fee: $318
Schedule

Early Childhood: Observation & Assessment
TEX 495-70
3 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Darie Donegan
Fee: $477
Schedule

Early Childhood: Program Planning
TEX 495-69
3 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Aumony Dahl
Fee: $477
Schedule

Early Childhood: Typical & Atypical Development
TEX 495-71
3 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Darie Donegan
Fee: $477
Schedule

Educational Assessment: Assessing Student Learning in the Classroom
TEX 495-61
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: A.N. (Bob) Pillary, Ed.D.
Fee: $318
Schedule

Harassment, Bullying & Cyber-Intimidation in Schools
TEX 495-72
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Candyce Reynolds
Fee: $318
Schedule

Inclusion: Working with Students with Special Needs in General Education Classrooms
TEX 495-62
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Florah Luseno, Ph.D.
Fee: $318
Schedule

Infant & Toddler Mental Health: Issues & Information for Educators
TEX 495-67
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Aumony Dahl
Fee: $318
Schedule

Learning Disabilities: Practical Information for Classroom Teachers ©
TEX 495-46
3 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: A.N. (Bob) Pillay, Ed.D.
Fee: $477
Schedule

Reading Fundamentals 1: An Introduction to Scientifically-based Research
TEX 495-64
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Mick Jackson, MS Ed
Fee: $318
Schedule

Reading Fundamentals 2: Laying the Foundation for Effective Reading Instruction
TEX 495-65
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Mick Jackson, MS Ed
Fee: $318
Schedule

Reading Fundamentals 3: The Elements of Effective Reading Instruction & Assessment
TEX 495-66
3 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Mick Jackson, MS Ed
Fee: $477
Schedule

Talented & Gifted: Working with High Achievers
TEX 495-52
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Pamela Bernards
Fee: $318
Schedule

Teaching Diversity: Influences & Issues in the Classroom
TEX 495-63
2 Ext Units
Syllabus
Instructor: Karen Lea, Ph.D.
Fee: $318
Schedule

Teaching Elementary Math Conceptually
TEX 495-73
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Kim Chappell
Fee: $318
Schedule

Traumatized Child: The Effects of Stress, Trauma & Violence on Student Learning
TEX 495-57
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Joan Halvetstadt, MS Ed
Fee: $318
Schedule

Understanding Aggression: Coping with Aggressive Behavior in the Classroom
TEX 495-53
3 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Michael Sedler, Ph.D.
Fee: $477
Schedule

Violence in Schools: Identification, Prevention, and Intervention Strategies
TEX 495-44
2 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Michael Sedler, Ph.D.
Fee: $318
Schedule

Why DI?: An Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
TEX 495-74
3 ext units
Syllabus
Instructor: Steve Dahl
Fee: $477
Schedule

To Register
Call 310-243-3741 or 877-GO-HILLS