About course

Summary:

Welcome to the Introduction to the English Language Proficiency Standards: A Classroom- centered Approach to Standards Integration! In this course, we will be discussing the CCRS and the impact that they have on classrooms.

Audience: Classroom Instructors and Program Leaders

Course Objectives:

  • Discuss the English Language Proficiency Standards
  • Explain the instructional changes that are a result of the ELPS
  • Identify ELPS-aligned, scaffolded activities and assessments
  • Create ELPS-aligned lesson plans.

Upon completion of the Pre-Assessment, please watch the Course Tutorial video to learn about the features of the platform.

The course format is asynchronous in nature, meaning you complete the course at your own pace. A new module unlocks each week for 5 weeks, but only after you have completed the previous module. You’ll be able to look back at previous modules any time you’d like, and of course you can pause and re-watch any portions of the videos as needed. You may click "Save Progress" to leave the video at any time and pick back up where you left off. The video must be watched in its entirety for the quiz to unlock. Once the video ends, you'll be taken back to the home dashboard where the quiz will be unlocked.

Each week, you’ll view the module video and then complete a module quiz and extended response. Some weeks, you’ll be uploading an assignment as well, such as a completed lesson plan. You’ll upload your PDF file as your last action in the quiz for weeks where assignments are due.

SCR Academy utilizes editable PDFs for assignments. Please download and save the file before editing. Then, upload the saved file to the quiz to submit for review. All communication regarding the acceptance of submissions can be viewed in the module quiz link. Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome PDF editors work best with the system, but you must download and save your file to save your work.

Note that only one file may be uploaded for submission. Editable PDFs are provided in one file for your completion. Upon completing the quiz, you must have the file ready for upload to save your answers to the quiz.

All materials referenced in this course are in the Course Materials folder.

Note that you also can’t move on until at least an 80% is achieved on the quiz, and note that your extended response will be reviewed by the facilitator. A facilitator dashboard keeps us updated on your progress, and if you’re taking the course as part of your agency’s professional development requirements, your agency will be informed of your status on a regular basis.

If you encounter an issue at any point, navigate to the Technical Support tab on the right-hand side of the screen within the course.



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Syllabus

Module 1: Meet the Standards

In module 1, we will meet the standards—what are the ELPS, and how did they come about?

  • Describe the history of the College and English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS)
  • Discuss the importance of standards-based education
  • Identify key elements of the ELPS

Module 1 Assignments

  • Watch the video for Module 1 (Ensure that you watch the video in its entirety to unlock the quiz.)
  • Review the ELP Standards (View 1)
  • Review the Guiding Principles
  • Complete the Module 1 quiz and extended response


1 Video, 1 Quiz

Module 2: Changes in Instruction

In Module 2, we will talk about the changes in instruction because of the ELPS.

  • Review the key shifts in instructional practices as a result of the CCRS
  • Identify these shifts in the ELPS
  • Apply the key shifts to ELL instruction

Module 2 Assignments

  • Watch the Module 2 video (Ensure that you watch the video in its entirety to unlock the quiz.)
  • Review the ELL standards (View 1) one more time
  • Review the ELPS sample scenarios found in the Course Materials
  • Complete the Module 2 quiz and extended response


1 Video, 1 Quiz

Module 3: Activities

In Module 3, we’ll look at activities for the ELPS and effective scaffolds for ELL classrooms.

  • Discuss appropriate activities in ELL classrooms that support academics and language acquisition
  • Identify effective scaffolds and supports for different scenarios
  • Develop activities/scenarios that provide scaffolding and support for ELLs

Module 3 Assignments

  • Watch the Module 3 video (Ensure that you watch the video in its entirety to unlock the quiz.)
  • Create and upload one activity using the scaffolded activity template (Be sure to download the template, save it, complete it, save changes, and upload)
  • Review Appendix C—Scaffolds and Supports, and the sample scaffolded activity
  • Complete the Module 3 quiz and extended response


1 Video, 1 Quiz

Module 4: Assessments

In Module 4, you’ll learn about creating ELP-based assessments.

  • Discuss assessment of ELPS
  • Identify guiding principles of assessments
  • Create an assessment for both academic and language skills

Module 4 Assignments

  • Watch the Module 4 video (Ensure that you watch the video in its entirety to unlock the quiz.)
  • Create and upload one assessment using the assessment template (Be sure to download the template, save it, complete it, save changes, and upload)
  • Complete the Module 4 quiz and extended response


1 Video, 1 Quiz

Module 5: Putting it into Practice

In the final module of the course, we will pull everything we have learned together to create an ELPS-aligned lesson plan.

  • Review prior concepts of the ELPS
  • Discuss key elements of ELL lesson delivery
  • Apply the ELPS to the classroom via a developed lesson

Module 5 Assignments

  • Watch the Module 5 video (Ensure that you watch the video in its entirety to unlock the quiz.)
  • Complete and upload your lesson plan and reflection after teaching the lesson (Be sure to download the template, save it, complete it, save changes, and upload)
  • Complete the Module 5 quiz and extended response
  • Complete the course post-assessment
  • Download and print the course completion certificate
  • Download any course materials you want to keep


1 Video, 2 Quiz

FAQs

What makes SCR Academy courses unique?

Great question! Susan Roberts of SCR Consulting has trained thousands of adult educators across the country through engaging in-person workshops and seminars on a variety of adult education practices. Using her knowledge of what works and what doesn’t, she utilizes research-based, practical approaches to introducing the same content effectively in an online environment. Rather than simply reading text on a screen, SCR Academy courses utilize module videos with Susan as your guide as you journey through the content. Project-based learning activities bring the concepts into the classroom with guidance from SCR Academy facilitators along the way.

When will I have access to the content of this course?

Upon payment—either by your agency’s provided enrollment key or through credit card—you will be enrolled in the course. You’ll start by taking the pre-assessment—an informal quiz to test your knowledge about the course content. Then, the first module will unlock for you to begin work.

What is the course completion deadline?

A new module will unlock each week, but only if you have completed the module before it. While the courses are self-paced, your agency and SCR Academy may have parameters in place for a completion timeline. Long periods of inactivity may result in your deactivation from the course.

How do I know I have finished the course?

A certificate of completion will generate when you have completed all course requirements. You must download and/or print the certificate as proof of your completion.

What if I need help?

Within the course, navigate to the Technical Support tab on the right side of the screen. Otherwise, you can always email Susan: susan@scr.consulting.

Course Tutorial Video