SVSU Local Courses
Throughout the year, we offer a variety of courses free of charge to our staff. This applies toward recertification credit and/or salary increase for teachers. Below you will find links to a list of courses, times, dates and availability.

To register for one or more of our local classes, download and fill out the registration form.
For additional information, call the SVSU Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department at 753-5820, or email Alberta Harrington at aharrington@svsu.org.

If you are interested in teaching a course, please fill out the Local Course Application Form.
Course OfferedInstructorLocationDates & Times
BEST Practices in Technology Integration
Course ID: 194 		David Hansen   MAUMS Computer Lab Rm# 1230 Mon, 4/21/2008-5/19/2008 (3:30 -5:30) This course has been postponed due to low enrollment
15 hour(s), Using the GLEF Edutopia website as a starting point, participants will examine BEST practices for integrating technology in the classroom. Participants should come prepared with a dilemma regarding using technology or simply an existing lesson which they wish to technologically enhance. Depending on the disciplines involved, online discussions may include using blogs and wikis with students, posting tutorial videos, and using our Schoolcenter webpages. The final project will include an integrated lesson plan. Participants should plan on posting and responding to colleagues at least twice a week during the course. A high speed internet connection is required. Participants should be motivated to participate in an online learning community and be moderately comfortable with navigating and posting on the internet.
What's New in Office 2007
Course ID: 195 		David Hansen   MAUMS - Computer Lab Room 1230 THU, 4/24/2008-6/12/2008 (3:30 - 5:30 pm) No class on May 8th
15 hour(s), This course will feature an introduction to the new features of Office 2007 including SmartArt graphics and enhanced 3D WordArt. Participants will have a forum to freely ask questions about the new software and how they can find features they are used to as well as additional easy to use features. Class meetings will have ample hands-on opportunities for participants to practice their skills.
Smart Board Uses in the Classroom
Course ID: 196 		Sally Bisaccio   Monument Elementary Library Tue & Thu, 4/29/2008-5/22/2008 (3:30-5:30)
16 hour(s), Looking to tap your students' love of technology? Need to diversify your lessons? Smart Technologies has developed new Smart Board software and the Smart Board is more innovative than ever. Learn how to create exciting lesson plans and test reviews that will encourage students to take an active, collaborative role in your classroom.

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