20 Courses
Collaborating, Communicating, and Connecting to Build Strong School Teams
- 1.5 Hours
LIVE Session: Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Course Description: This engaging session is designed for special education teachers, paraeducators, general education teachers, related service providers, and school leaders. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to strengthen collaboration, improve communication, and foster meaningful connections across roles. Participants will learn how to build trust, clarify responsibilities, and align goals to support inclusive practices and student success. Through real-world examples and team-based activities, this training will empower school teams to work more effectively, resolve challenges collaboratively, and create a positive, unified school culture.
Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA
Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1.5 HOURS of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.
Effective Classroom Management for Today’s Teacher: What Does the Research Tell Us Works?
- 1.5 Hours
Effective Classroom Management for Today’s Teacher: What Does the Research Tell Us Works?
Course Description: This contemporary session is for both elementary and secondary teachers and introduces participants to Harry Wong’s work on classroom procedures and Robert Marzano’s work on the most effective research-based classroom management strategies. It encourages educators to examine and reflect upon their own practices in terms of Marzano’s descriptions and categories. Participants will walk away with an enhanced understanding of where their own practice is strongest and learn from the strategies, techniques, and examples of other teachers. Attendees will leave with numerous resources and strategies to improve their own craft and technique immediately within the confines of their own classroom
Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, PhD
Course LIVE Session: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
To complete this course, participants must:
1. Join and participate in the the book in full and complete the Reading Attestation to confirm.
2. Reflect by completing the Reflection Guide questionnaire.
3. Discuss the book during the LIVE Book Discussion through PEARL on April 28, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
OR by responding to Book Discussion Forums and replying to at least one post in each forum.
OR by responding to Book Discussion Forums and replying to at least one post in each forum.
4. Confirm you finished all required activities by completing the Confirmation of Active Participation attestation.
5. Evaluate your learning experience by completing the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form.
Number of Learning Hours for this Course
Members who complete this course receive 1.5 hours of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours. The 1.5 hours for this course include to read, for the Reflection Guide, and to complete the discussion.
Past Webinars
Understanding Autism: Supporting Student Behavior with Compassion and Strategy
- LIVE:
06/26/2025Passed - 1.5 Hours
About this session: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Join us for an insightful session designed to deepen your understanding of autism and the behaviors commonly associated with the diagnosis. This session will explore the "why" behind behaviors, offering practical tools and compassionate strategies for regular and special educators. Learn how to create supportive environments, respond effectively to challenging behaviors, and foster meaningful connections with students on the autism spectrum. Whether you're new to working with autistic students or looking to enhance your current approach, this session will equip you with valuable knowledge and real-world techniques.
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar on June 26, 2025 from 7:00-8:30 PM will earn 1.5 Act 48 hours or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Instructor: Pamela Watts, MA
Authentic Resources in the World Language Classroom
LIVE: 03/24/2026- 1 Hour
Authentic Resources in the World Language Classroom
Course Description: You found a great authentic resource! Now what? And is it the right one? Discover best practices for selecting and integrating these materials in the world language classroom as well as pitfalls to avoid. Enhance student engagement, language acquisition, and cultural awareness through comprehension and analytical tasks based on target language oral and visual texts.
Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT
Course LIVE Session: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Course Completion Criteria: To complete this course, participants must:- Join and participate in the 1.5 hour LIVE webinar on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
- Complete the Confirmation of Active Participation quiz by sharing the code word from the LIVE webinar.
- Complete the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form AFTER the LIVE webinar.
Past Webinars
Cracking the IEP Code: Empowering General Ed Teachers for Student Success!
- LIVE: 08/12/2025
- 1.5 Hours
LIVE session: August 12, 2025 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Description: This training will provide regular education teachers with a clear understanding of the IEP process and their role in supporting students with special needs. Topics include developing and implementing IEPs, participating in IEP meetings and re-evaluations, and collaborating with special education teachers to ensure student success. Practical strategies and best practices will be shared to help educators meet the diverse needs of their students.
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar on August 12, 2025 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM will earn 1.5 Act 48 hours or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Instructor: Pamela Watts, MA
Creating Legally Sound and Student-Centered IEPs
- 1.5 Hours
Creating Legally Sound and Student-Centered IEPs
Course Description: Developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that truly meets a student’s needs requires more than filling out forms—it requires understanding the legal framework, team collaboration, and a commitment to meaningful outcomes. This session provides educators with a clear, practical overview of the laws that govern special education, including IDEA, Chapter 14, Section 504, and the role of FAPE. Participants will walk through each step of IEP development—from pre-referral through implementation—with a focus on compliance, defensibility, and compassion. Real-world examples, recent hearing officer decisions, and case studies will illustrate how to balance legal requirements with individualized support and family collaboration
Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA
Course LIVE Session: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Course Completion Criteria: To complete this course, participants must:- Join and participate in the 1.5 hour LIVE webinar on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
- Complete the Confirmation of Active Participation quiz by sharing the code word from the LIVE webinar.
- Complete the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form AFTER the LIVE webinar.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the Classroom Today: What Is It and What Does It Look Like in the Classroom?
LIVE: 3/19/2026- 1.5 Hours
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the Classroom Today: What Is It and What Does It Look Like?
Course Description:In this session, participants will explore Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) approaches, including a comprehensive model of SEL to integrate into everyday content instruction, no matter what subject or grade level they teach. Research draws on experts and authors in the field such as Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, Dominique Smith, Marilee Sprenger, Jeffrey Benson, and more. Participants will come away with a toolbox of strategies for addressing essential competencies and real-world examples highlighting the many opportunities for social and emotional learning within the K–12 academic curriculum as well as approaches, strategies, techniques, and resources for educators to operationalize SEL more effectively in their classrooms.
Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, PhD
Course LIVE Session: Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Add live discussion session to your calendar.
Course Completion CriteriaTo complete this course, participants must:
1. Join and participate in the the book in full and complete the Reading Attestation to confirm.
2. Reflect by completing the Reflection Guide questionnaire.
3. Discuss the book during the LIVE Book Discussion through PEARL on March 19, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
OR by responding to Book Discussion Forums and replying to at least one post in each forum.
OR by responding to Book Discussion Forums and replying to at least one post in each forum.
4. Confirm you finished all required activities by completing the Confirmation of Active Participation attestation.
5. Evaluate your learning experience by completing the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form.
Number of Learning Hours for this Course
Members who complete this course receive 1.5 hours of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours. The 1.5 hours for this course include to read, for the Reflection Guide, and to complete the discussion.
Past Webinars
Apps-olutely Engaged! Free Apps to Engage Students in Learning
This course has already passed and is NOT currently accepting new enrollments. The course will re-open for Summer 2025 session enrollment in early Spring 2025.
- LIVE (03/19/25)
- 1.5 Hours
About this session: 7-8:30 PM
Keeping kids engaged in a screen-filled world can be tough, but there are free resources available to help. This hands-on, interactive session will introduce six apps that bring game-based learning into the classroom. Participants will experience both the student and educator sides of Quizizz, Blooket, Gimkit, and Quizalize as they explore the variety of uses each has to offer. Whether you are an early career teacher looking to explore ed tech options, an experienced educator browsing new ways to keep your students engaged, or a support professional looking for a deeper understanding of the apps your students may encounter, this course is for you. Come ready to be that gamer and the game show host for this fun and participant-driven session. Leave with new ideas and a wealth of additional resources to take a deeper dive into any of the apps explored during the session.
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar on March 19th will earn 1.5 Act 48 hours or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Instructor: Dr. Gina Laura Gullo, Ed.D.
Taking PVAAS Beyond the Score: Using Student Reports to Inform Instruction
- LIVE:
2/26/2026 - 1 Hour
Taking PVAAS Beyond the Score: Using Student Reports to Inform Instruction
Course Description: Tired of seeing PVAAS as just an accountability score? This session moves beyond accountability to explore the powerful, actionable insights that teachers can access in the PVAAS Student Reports module. Leave with practical strategies on how PVAAS can help to inform your teaching with a focus on student needs and how you can dive even deeper through the seamless integration of the platform with PA Firefly and Classroom Diagnostic Tools. Transform your teaching and student outcomes by shifting your focus from evaluation to utility.
Presenter: Dr. Gina L. Gullo, EdD, Med
Course LIVE Session: Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Course Completion Criteria: To complete this course, participants must:- Join and participate in the 1.5 hour LIVE webinar on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
- Complete the Confirmation of Active Participation quiz by sharing the code word from the LIVE webinar.
- Complete the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form AFTER the LIVE webinar.
From Classroom to Career: Strengthening Educator Support & Development
LIVE: 11/18/2025- 1.5 Hours
LIVE Session: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Course Description: Addressing the need for stronger educator recruitment and retention, this session highlights PSEA-led initiatives that inspire high school students to pursue education careers, support early career educators, and enhance professional growth for all school staff. Hear about those leading these efforts in their schools and explore ways to get involved. Additionally, discover valuable professional learning resources, including a new master’s degree partnership.
Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, Ph.D.
Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1.5 HOURS of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.
Supporting Gifted Learners
LIVE: 02/18/2026- 1.5 Hours
Supporting Gifted Learners
Course Description: Gifted learners have incredible abilities but sometimes their progress plateaus, boredom sets in, or behavior challenges arise because their needs are not being met. We will examine the unique characteristics of gifted learners, discuss how general education teachers can support and challenge them, and share strategies for differentiation..
Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT
Course LIVE Session: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Course Completion Criteria: To complete this course, participants must:- Join and participate in the 1.5 hour LIVE webinar on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
- Complete the Confirmation of Active Participation quiz by sharing the code word from the LIVE webinar.
- Complete the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form AFTER the LIVE webinar.
Past Webinars
AI in Education Today: Moving Forward After All the Hype Settles
- LIVE: 08/05/2025
- 1.5 Hours
LIVE session: August 5, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM
As AI use and platforms expand and proliferate in our world at breakneck speeds, come explore the cutting-edge role of artificial intelligence (AI) in today's schools in this thought-provoking presentation. Drawing from the work of experts such as AJ Juliani, Ethan Mollick, and many more, the session explores how AI is already substantially impacting society and the workplace and how AI can be utilized to help revolutionize and augment teaching and learning. Participants will come away with immediately actionable information, strategies, and a myriad of “take-away” AI tools and resources that educators can immediately actualize into their practice and will engage in thinking about and integrating AI in four key aspects of education:
- Legal/Policy
- Academic Dishonesty, Cheating, Plagiarism, & Attribution
- Tools to Reduce Educator Workload, Increase Efficiency, & Productivity
- Making AI Student Facing
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar on August 5, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM will earn 1.5 Act 48 hours or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Instructor: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, Ph.D.
Understanding and Implementing Behavior Support Plans
LIVE: 02/03/2026- 1.5 Hours
Understanding and Implementing Behavior Support Plans
Course Description: This training provides educators with a foundational understanding of Behavioral Support Plans (BSPs). Participants will learn how BSPs are developed, key components of effective plans, and their critical role in supporting students with disabilities. The training emphasizes proactive strategies, data collection, collaboration with the educational team, and practical techniques for promoting positive behavior and safety in the classroom. This session equips participants with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively create, implement and support individualized behavioral interventions.
Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA
Course LIVE Session: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Course Completion Criteria: To complete this course, participants must:- Join and participate in the 1.5 hour LIVE webinar on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
- Complete the Confirmation of Active Participation quiz by sharing the code word from the LIVE webinar.
- Complete the Feedback to PSEA About this Course form AFTER the LIVE webinar.
Fostering a “Growth Mindset” in the Classroom Today
LIVE: 11/12/2025- 1.5 Hours
LIVE Session: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Course Description: This session features the research and work of Dr. Carol Dweck and author Mary Cay Ricci’s book entitled “Mindsets in the Classroom,” along with examples from Dr. Clayton’s own practice and a multitude of other experts in the field as it explores the importance of cultivating a “Growth Mindset” so foundational to effective learning, growth, and development. Participants will explore specific strategies for changing the paradigm of assessment and grading from one that is focused on measurement in order to sort and classify students (which reinforces “fixed” mindset thinking) to one that focuses on growth and development which reinforces learners having a “growth” mindset about learning. Participants will emerge from the session with an understanding of “growth” versus “fixed” mindsets and be armed with knowledge, skills, and resources to effectively implement productive “growth mindsets” in their classrooms in order to cultivate and foster consistent student growth, persistence, and intrinsic motivation for learning in their classrooms.
Presenter: Dr. Chris M. Clayton Sr., NBCT, Ph.D.
Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1.5 HOURS of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.
Past Webinars
Back to School Open Chat
- LIVE: 08/14/2025
- 1 Hour
LIVE Session: August 14, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Get ready for an interactive and engaging conversation designed specifically for K-12 school educators and support professionals. Instead of a formal presentation, this session offers a collaborative space to share ideas, ask questions, and discuss challenges as we prepare for a new school year. Whether you're looking for classroom management tips, engagement strategies, lesson ideas, or simply support from fellow school staff, this open chat is the perfect place to swap insights, troubleshoot common challenges, and gain fresh inspiration. The session facilitator will guide the conversation and form small groups based on the needs and interests of those in attendance. Let’s start the year stronger together!
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar on August 14, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM will earn 1 Act 48 hour or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Instructor: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT
Certification, Tenure, Induction, and Act 48
- LIVE: 10/21/2025
- 1 Hour
LIVE Session: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Course Description: This session provides an overview of the requirements for maintaining a valid and active certificate for Pennsylvania educators. The focus will be on converting Level I Instructional and Educational Specialist Certificates to Level II, educator induction program policies, and Act 48 continuing education provisions. An overview of emergency permits, intern certificates, and tenure requirements will also be included. Resources will be shared to help participants find answers to common questions and access more detailed information on the topics addressed.
Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT
Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1 HOUR of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.
Past Webinars
Getting to Know the 3D Science Standards: STEELS Are Here!
- LIVE 10/16/25
- 1.5 Hours
About this session: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
The new Science, Technology & Engineering, Environmental Literacy, and Sustainability (STEELS) academic standards are now in effect, but what does that mean?! Join Dr. Gina Gullo for a walk through the policy and process that led to the STEELS standards and how the new standards change instruction and assessment practices. Then, take a deep-dive into the actual standards with a closer look at the three dimensional learning framework that supports each standard through practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. Finally, take a tour of the wealth of resources from the PA Department of Education on the STEELS Hub designed to provide the support and implementation resources you need for a positive and successful experience. has available to support your implementation. This session is designed for elementary teachers, middle and high school science teachers, paraprofessionals, instructional coaches, library and technology specialists, and educators involved in curriculum planning.
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar will earn 1.5 Act 48 hours or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Please note, educators may only earn Act 48 hours for one completion of a course. This course is identical to the "Intro to the 3D Science Standards" course. If you already earned hours for completing that course, you are welcome to join this session but cannot earn hours for completing the course again.
Instructor: Dr. Gina L. Gullo, Ed.D.
Ready, Set, Support: Open Chat for Special Educators
- LIVE: 10/02/2025
- 1 Hour
LIVE Session: Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Course Description: Ready, Set, Support is an exciting, high-energy chat designed just for special educators and support staff. Say goodbye to boring slide decks, this interactive session is all about you and the powerful work you do every day. Join fellow teachers, therapists, and paraeducators for a dynamic conversation filled with real talk, fresh ideas, and proven strategies for tackling the unique challenges of special education. Whether you’re looking for creative behavior supports, smarter IEP tips, inclusion hacks, or just a boost of encouragement from people who get it, this is the place to be. Expect engaging breakout groups, helpful resources, and a lot of “I needed that!” moments. Walk away with a toolkit of ideas and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to support your students and yourself.
Presenter: Pamela Watts, MA
Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1 HOUR of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.
Evaluation of New & Early Career Educators
- LIVE: 09/23/2025
- 1 Hour
LIVE Session: September 23 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Course Description: How well do you understand how you’re evaluated? This session introduces Pennsylvania’s Educator Effectiveness System, focusing on the evaluation of non-tenured certificated educators, including both classroom teachers and non-teaching professionals. The presentation covers the process of formal observations and the calculation of performance ratings. Additionally, the presenter will provide tips for making the most of pre- and post-conference meetings and offering evidence during observations. Resources will also be shared to help early career educators find answers to common questions and access more detailed information on these topics.
Presenter: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT
Learning Hours: Members who complete this course receive 1 HOUR of Act 48 and/or a certificate that may apply for Chapter 14 hours. Your employer has sole discretion to determine if this course qualifies for Chapter 14 hours.
Past Webinars
Educator Evaluation: Navigating the Policy
- LIVE:
- 1 Hour
LIVE Session: July 31, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Take a deep dive into the policy behind Pennsylvania’s Educator Effectiveness System to understand better how evaluations are conducted. This session will cover the rating components for tenured and non-tenured educators, classroom teachers and non-teaching professionals, as well as those with and without state assessment data. Additionally, an overview of formal observations and the calculation of performance ratings will be included. Resources will be shared to help participants find answers to common questions and access more detailed information on the topics addressed.
Learning Hours: Those who attend and participate in the webinar will earn 1 Act 48 hour or a certificate of completion that may be submitted for possible Chapter 14 hours.
Instructor: Mike Bogdan, MA, NBCT
