New Self-Paced Course Offers Strategies to Help Older Students Read with Confidence

In this self-paced, hybrid course, participants will learn how to improve literacy outcomes for older students who are reading below grade level.

What You’ll Gain

• Learn the research behind literacy accelerators that can propel reading progress
• Consider how to support students in rebuilding their academic confidence
• Gain practical skills for how to implement these ideas to support students in regular classroom settings

Course Details

📅 April 17 – May 23, 2025

📍 Hybrid Canvas Course with two live Zoom sessions

🖥️ Zoom Sessions: April 17 & May 6 | 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

💰 Cost: $150, plus $50 for license renewal credit

🔗 Register Now – Secure your spot today!

Explore 142 New Learn360 Videos for All Grade Levels

Great news! 142 new videos have been added to Learn360, covering a wide range of topics for students from early childhood to high school. These engaging and educational resources can be accessed in Learn360 or OneClick.

📌 Quick Access: Click here to explore a curated selection of just the newly added titles!

This latest collection includes fresh content across multiple subjects, including history, science, technology and social-emotional learning. Here are just a few highlights:

• Six Queens of Henry VIII
• Makematic series (lots of info on computer science and computational thinking)
• Manners Manor is a new series from Baby Einstein
• Elephant Nature Park (Sanctuary)
• Combat Poaching in Southern Africa
• On Safari with Nala series
• Elephant Biologist & Elephant Communication (ChangeMakers)

Cognitive Coaching Level 1 & 2 Courses Offered at Heartland AEA

Effective teaching hinges on strong cognitive skills. Cognitive Coaching enhances these skills, leading to higher student achievement. We're offering two impactful courses:

Cognitive Coaching Level 1: Foundational Skills
Focus: Planning, listening, questioning, reflection.
Dates: April 22-23 & April 29-30, 2025
Location: Heartland AEA, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA
Registration link


Cognitive Coaching Level 2: Advanced Strategies
Focus: Problem-solving, refining coaching tools, facilitating conversations.
Dates: June 12-13 & June 23-24, 2025
Location: Heartland AEA, 6500 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA
Registration link

Both courses are approved for Evaluator Approval.

See the Cognitive Coaching Course Flyer for more information.