Interactive Learning Modules

Engage your students like never before with cutting-edge teaching techniques and tools

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Accreditation unlocks access to resources and support to enhance your expertise and grow your micro school

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Join a supportive network of educators fostering innovation and collaboration

About Accreditation

Welcome to the National Micro School Accrediting Association's (NMSAA) teacher accrediting course. Are you ready to transform your teaching approach and inspire your students to reach new heights? This accrediting course is designed to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to excel in your micro school classroom. Upon completing your accreditation, you will be fully equipped to establish and enroll students in your micro school.  Enroll now to kickstart your journey towards teaching excellence!

Course Instructor: Aja McNair

Aja McNair is a Senior Teacher Advocate at the National Micro School Accrediting Association (NMSAA).  Drawing from over 100 years of educational expertise, we understand the diverse challenges educators encounter in today's global education landscape. NMSAA's tailored 8-week course is your pathway to accreditation, transforming your micro school concept into reality. 

Curriculum

9 Chapters · 61 Lessons

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    NMSAA Teacher Training Accreditation

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      NMSAA Teacher Training Course Outline

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    Module 1: Introduction

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      Module 01 | Overview

    2. Module 01 | Lesson 01 | Course Overview Free preview
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      Module 01 | Lesson 02 | About NMSAA

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      Module 01 | Lesson 03 | Choosing a Non-Traditional Teaching Career

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      Module 01 | Lesson 04 | Types of Non-Traditional Classrooms

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      Module 01 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Thinking about Your Future as a Micro School Teacher

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      Module 01 | Quiz

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    Module 2: Building a Supportive Network

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      Module 02 | Overview

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      Module 02 | Lesson 01 | It Takes a Village

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      Module 02 | Lesson 02 | Finding Mentors and Collaborative Partners

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      Module 02 | Lesson 03 | Professional Development and Networking

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      NMSAA Teacher Networking and Professional Development List

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      Module 02 | Lesson 04 | Forming Partnerships in the Community

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      Module 02 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Planning and Building Your Network

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      Module 02 | Quiz

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    Module 3: Building a Sense of Community

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      Module 03 | Overview

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      Module 03 | Lesson 01 | Home-School Connections

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      Module 03 | Lesson 02 | Building Background Knowledge

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      Module 03 | Lesson 03 | Keeping an Open Door Policy with Parents and Children

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      Module 03 | Lesson 04 | Embracing Culture and Traditions

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      Module 03 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Writing an Introduction Letter to Parents

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      Module 03 | Quiz

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    Module 4: Planning for Student Success

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      Module 04 | Overview

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      Module 04 | Lesson 01 | Beginning with the End in Mind

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      Module 04 | Lesson 02 | Goals, Objectives and Standards

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      Module 04 | Lesson 03 | Differentiated Instruction

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      Module 04 | Lesson 04 | Setting Realistic Expectations

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      Module 04 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Writing a Mock Lesson Plan

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      NMSAA Differentiated Instruction Lesson Plan Example

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      Module 04 | Quiz

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    Module 5: Classroom Management

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      Module 05 | Overview

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      Module 05 | Lesson 01 | Getting to Know Your Students

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      Module 05 | Lesson 02 | Setting Clear Expectations

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      Module 05 | Lesson 03 | Behavior Prevention and Management

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      Module 05 | Lesson 04 | Positive Framing and Reinforcement

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      Module 05 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Rethinking Your Approach to Classroom Management

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      Module 05 | Quiz

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    Module 6: Classroom Instruction

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      Module 06 | Overview

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      Module 06 | Lesson 01 | Classroom Setup

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      Module 06 | Lesson 02 | Creating a Positive Learning Environment

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      Module 06 | Lesson 03 | Effective Teaching Strategies

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      Module 06 | Lesson 04 | Developing Your Own Teaching Style

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      Module 06 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Envisioning Your Own Classroom

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      Module 06 | Quiz

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    Module 7: Assessing Student Learning

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      Module 07 | Overview

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      Module 07 | Lesson 01 | Pre-assessment

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      Module 07 | Lesson 02 | Ongoing Observations

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      Module 07 | Lesson 03 | Types of Assessment

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      Module 07 | Lesson 04 | Post-assessment

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      Module 07 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Using Assessment Data for Planning and Instruction

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      Module 07 | Quiz

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    Module 8: Getting Started as a Micro School Teacher

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      Module 08 | Overview

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      Module 08 | Lesson 01 | Working With A Microschool Provider

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      Module 08 | Lesson 02 | Becoming a Micro-Classroom Owner

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      Module 08 | Lesson 03 | Building Your Micro-Classroom

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      Module 08 | Lesson 04 | Enrolling New Students

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      NMSAA Budgeting Template

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      NMSAA Teacher Readiness Checklist

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      Module 08 | Quiz

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      Module 08 | Lesson 05 | Weekly Recap: Teacher Readiness Checklist

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