The ESA will be hosting more than 35 professional development sessions throughout this year! We've reduced the amount from last year to better focus on providing our members with the best possible learning opportunities
What's New?
The 2023-2024 academic year will bring pre-service teachers a wide range of professional development sessions twice a week with the goal of filling in the knowledge gaps in their regularly scheduled classes. Many students express the desire to learn about the more practical aspects of teaching, such as application of theory in the classroom, the reality of diverse student needs, and employment in both public and private schools. This year, we will provide Werklund students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of:
We hope you find value in this year's learning opportunities.
For more information about sessions or any questions about ESA professional development, please refer to our FAQ page or send us an email at [email protected] and we will be happy to assist you.
What's New?
The 2023-2024 academic year will bring pre-service teachers a wide range of professional development sessions twice a week with the goal of filling in the knowledge gaps in their regularly scheduled classes. Many students express the desire to learn about the more practical aspects of teaching, such as application of theory in the classroom, the reality of diverse student needs, and employment in both public and private schools. This year, we will provide Werklund students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of:
- Indigenous ways of knowing
- Learning disabilities in the classroom
- Promising practices in the pedagogy of STEM, Social Sciences, and the Arts
- Mental health of teachers and students
- Teaching to acknowledge and respect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of students.
- Effectively navigating politics and conflict in the workforce.
We hope you find value in this year's learning opportunities.
For more information about sessions or any questions about ESA professional development, please refer to our FAQ page or send us an email at [email protected] and we will be happy to assist you.