The Office of Professional Development & Outreach at Kent State University

Online workshop spotlight:

Adobe Acrobat PDF Basics: An Overview of PDF Files as a Tool

Communicating effectively and efficiently with audiences, peers, and employers is crucial in a society that is moving at a rapid pace. An effective, easy tool for communicating electronically is a PDF file. This Adobe Acrobat workshop is designed to equip the beginner or novice user with the skills needed to downsize and convert Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel files. You will also be able to e-mail and create secure passwords for each PDF file.

Required Textbook: Fridsma, L., & Gyncild, B. (2015). Adobe Acrobat DC Classroom in a Book (1st ed.). Adobe Press. (Free e-book and lesson downloads available. Information will be emailed.)

Fall 2026: September 8 - October 5
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 18170
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 18171

Dr. Marian Maxfield, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Teen Dating in the 21st Century: The Impact of Alcohol, Drugs, and S*x

This workshop is designed to provide parents, students, and professionals with the skills and tools to work with teenagers who are involved in dating. Teenage dating has evolved during the 21st century to a point that teens as young as twelve and thirteen are now dating and engaging in sexual activities, as well as the use of drugs and alcohol. It is conceivable that today’s youth are engaging in these adult-like activities without the maturity or knowledge of how to protect themselves from harm. It is paramount that parents and professionals learn what is needed to assist teens in making good decisions and being safe in today’s society. Those who understand and provide appropriate guidance can make a difference in teenagers being safe or being harmed by others, or by situations in which they are vulnerable.

Required Textbook: Foster Cline, MD & Jim Fay. Parenting Teens with Love and Logic: Preparing Adolescents for Responsible Adulthood (2020). Nav Press, ISBN-13 978-1641581554

Fall 2026: September 7 - October 5
1 undergraduate credit hour: CES 40093, CRN # 18168
1 graduate credit hour: CES 50093, CRN # 18169

Dr. Sandra Miller-Jones, Instructor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Trauma-Informed Practice

Are you a teacher, counselor, or social worker working with individuals who have been through trauma? This workshop explores how violence and other forms of trauma affect key areas of child development, including behavior, attention, memory, and language. We will learn to create supportive environments that promote safety, predictability, and emotional regulation for all students. We will also learn to implement practical strategies to reach and teach trauma-impacted students while maintaining high expectations.

Required Textbook: Craig, S. E. (2008). Reaching and teaching children who hurt: Strategies for your classroom. Paul H. Brookes Publishing.

Fall 2026: September 7 - 25
2 undergraduate credit hours: TLCS 40093, CRN # 18902
2 graduate credit hours: TLCS 50093, CRN # 18903

Dr. Katie Knapp, Associate Professor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Math Intervention for Struggling Learners: What Works and How to Do it

This workshop introduces the knowledge and skills needed to plan, deliver, and evaluate supplemental and intensive math instruction using research-based programs and practices. Participants learn how data-based individualization is used to determine what and how to teach to promote the acquisition and mastery of critical math skills and concepts. Participants learn effective strategies and instructional approaches for improving outcomes for students experiencing persistent difficulties learning math including students with disabilities.

Required Textbook: Stein, M., Kinder, D., Rolf, K., Silvert, J., & Carnine, D.W. (2017). Direct Instruction: Mathematics (5th ed.). Merrill Education/Prentice Hall. ISBN13:978-0134711225

Fall 2026: August 31 - December 13
3 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 18153
3 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 18155

Dr. Andrew Wiley, Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online Workshop Spotlight:

Inspiring Excellence: Teaching & Coaching Mental Excellence

This workshop is designed to assist instructional and teacher coaches to utilize the latest brain science for better performance in and out of the classroom. Great teachers and great coaches must take advantage of the practical applications of these exciting new discoveries to get peak performance during classroom testing or state championships. Great teachers coach and coaches teach.

Required Textbook: Orlick, T. (2007). Pursuit of Excellence (5th ed.). Human Kinetics Publishers. ISBN: 978-0-736-06757-7

Fall 2026: August 31 - September 14
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 18537

Timothy Berger, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

(The) Culture of Poverty: Understanding the Hidden Rules

This fully online, asynchronous course will explore the notion of a "culture of poverty." Teachers and other professionals will learn practical strategies for working with students and clients who come from a background of poverty. An emphasis on relationship-building and issues of communication will be found in the readings and discussions. Payne's work will be examined through multiple lenses including critiques by Paul Gorski. This content is applicable in many different professions.

Required Textbook: Payne, R. (2019). A Framework for Understanding Poverty - A Cognitive Approach (6th ed.). TX: Aha! Process Inc. ISBN: 1948244187

Fall 2026: August 31 - September 11
2 undergraduate credit hours: CI 40093, CRN # 18534
2 graduate credit hours: CI 50093, CRN # 18535

Dr. Kathryn Knapp, Associate Professor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Classroom Management: Addressing All Students’ Behavioral Needs

Classroom Management issues are frequently cited reasons why teachers leave the profession. This workshop provides in-depth coverage of research-based principles and practices for effective classroom and behavior management with step-by-step guides as well as videos of real teachers modeling effective practices. School-based professionals and anyone interested in supporting student success at school will gain valuable information and guidance.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2026: August 31 - December 13
3 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 18151
3 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 18152

Dr. Brian Barber, Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Intrapersonal Conflict and Stress Management

This workshop is for teachers, counselors, social workers, psychologists, and anyone working with people experiencing inner conflict and stressful life situations. You will develop and try out ways of sharing stress reduction techniques with your clients or students. Learn to distinguish between different types of stress; describe the impact of traumatic stress on children and adults; identify aspects and types of dissociation; identify and evaluate preferred management techniques through practice, application, and reflection; and teach these techniques to others.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2026: August 24 - September 20
2 graduate credit hours: CES 50093, CRN # 18140

Dr. Jennifer Maxwell, Instructor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Thrive with Google Drive

This workshop will introduce you to the many tools available for teaching and learning through Google Drive. Learn how Google Drive can increase collaboration and communication, creativity and innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Don’t get left behind; thrive using Google Drive!

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2026: August 24 - September 13
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 18145
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 18146

Dr. Julee Henry, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Photoshop® I

Focus on the fundamental operations and controls of Photoshop. The workshop will feature video tutorials, demonstrations, and weekly projects.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2026: Two sections

Aug 24 - Sept 20
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 18141
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 18142

Oct 26 - Nov 22
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 18206
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 18207

Dr. Richard (Ben) Hollis, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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