Course

Turning Pages, Changing Lives: Using Literature for Social Impact in Education

Jan 19, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
45 credits

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Full course description

Register for this course on the Teacher's Teacher website at:

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Online Only | Join a dynamic community of educators committed to making a difference. "Turning Pages, Changing Lives" is more than a course; it's a call to action. This course is designed to empower educators in grades 5-12 to utilize children's literature as a powerful tool for teaching political, social justice, and societal issues. Participants will explore carefully selected books and engage in hands-on activities to create inclusive, thought-provoking, and empathetic learning experiences for their students. Learn how to empower your students to become compassionate, engaged citizens ready to shape a brighter tomorrow. For teachers of grades 5-12.

Several days prior to the start of the course, participants receive an email with instructions for accessing the course. A week’s material is posted at the start of each week.  Participants are expected to read content and review various resources, write replies/answer questions, share experiences, and engage in discussions with the course facilitator and other participants.  None of the assignments are completed in "real-time;" you can work at the times that best suit your own schedule.  
 
Course Dates: 1/19/2025 - 2/15/2025
 
Time: Any time!  24/7 on your schedule
 
Coupon: Use the code CTUF25 on the Teacher’s Teacher website for $25 off classes! Or if you register for 3 classes at the same time, use the code CTUF100 for $100 off 3 classes.
 
In order to receive any credit, participants must be in attendance for the entire offering.
No refunds will be issued unless the offering is canceled by CTUF Quest Center.