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K-12 Educators
Graduate & Continuing studies home | Professional Development
Building skills for today's classrooms.
Concordia's Education faculty prepare students with strong pedagogical skills to build solid classroom curriculum and a foundation for leadership.
We offer high-quality continuing education for K-12 teachers including master's programs, training and events, and a connection to a peer community. Our focus is on collaboration, innovation and social justice to ensure all students succeed and excel.
Teacher Talk!
Free book clubs, virtual discussions, and mentoring sessions with Minnesota teachers!
View event details and sign up for topics that interest you using the links below.
Book Club | Grit: The Power of Passion & Perseverance (Angela Duckworth)
Facilitated by Kelli Marion | 1st Thursdays beginning December 7
Happy Hour Conversations
Facilitated by Sarah Fordahl & Katie Dosland | Virtual option begins January 23
Virtual Mentoring with Heather (Mondays)
Facilitated by Heather Hanson | 1st & 3rd Mondays beginning December 4|
Virtual Mentoring with Heather (Saturdays)
Facilitated by Heather Hanson | 1st & 3rd Saturdays beginning December 2
Discussion Group with Heather
Facilitated by Heather Hanson | 1st Mondays beginning December 11
Book Club | The Nightingale (Kristen Hannah)
Facilitated by Heather Hanson | Saturdays beginning January 13
Book Club | Grading from the Inside Out (Tom Schimmer)
Facilitated by Shawn Carney | 1st & 3rd Thursdays beginning January 4
Book Club | Educated (Tara Westover)
Facilitated by Holly Inniger | 1st & 3rd Mondays beginning January 8
Book Club | The School Discipline Fix (Stuart Ablon)
Facilitated by Peggy Simonson | Every Monday for 6 weeks beginning January 15
Virtual Conversation | Understanding SPED & IEPs for General Educators
Facilitated by Peggy Simonson | Weekly for 3 weeks beginning December 4
Book Club | Building Thinking Classrooms (Math) (Peter Liljedahl)
Facilitated by Sara Parries | First Mondays beginning December 11
Virtual Comradery & Conversation
Facilitated by Sara Parries | 1st & 3rd Tuesdays beginning December 5
Graduate Programs
The Master of Education | World Language Instruction is an innovative online program designed for working world language and TESOL teachers. A combination of theory and practice enables students to create practical, engaging classrooms. Accelerated summer courses at Concordia Language Villages (CLV) provide immersive learning experiences.
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Our Master of Education | Teaching & Learning is ideal for working K-12 teachers. The fully online program equips students with usable tools to create equitable lessons, activities, and learning environments. We offer the masters plus teaching licensure in a variety of content areas.
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Our unique online Master of Education | Health & Physical Education provides advanced skills-based coursework plus a master of education. The program is ideal for both current teachers and those seeking licensure.
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The Master of Music | Music Education is an online program ideal for working K-12 music teachers. Learn effective methods to encourage and engage students in whatever context you teach (elementary, general music, band, choir, orchestra, or private lessons). Infuse new instructional strategies directly into your curriculum to cultivate stronger connections to your students through music.
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Other Programs & Resources
The Concordia Language Institute is a collaborative program offered through Concordia's Department of World Languages & Cultures and Concordia Language Villages. Students (post-high school) have the opportunity to explore language interactively online. A majority of courses are for beginners with no previous experience.
Education Resources
Cult of Pedagogy | Browse podcasts, blog posts, videos and store for fun and inspiring teaching ideas for your classroom.
Edutopia | Dedicated to transforming K-12 education so that all students can acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to thrive in their studies, careers, and adult lives.
Shake Up Learning | Providing Educators with practical resources using today's technology. Explore free resources, online courses lesson plans and more!
Norman Eng | Ideas and resources for transformative teaching.
Multi-faith Calendar | Having an awareness of world religions and holidays is important for respectful scheduling and inclusivity year-round. To assist you, we’ve created our 2021 interfaith calendar and inclusive religious calendar with holy days.
Discovery Education | Giving educators innovative ways to design and deliver engaging learning experiences every day.
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Faculty
The Department of Education faculty at Concordia provide K-12 educators with innovative programs and resources.
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