Class Scheduling Matrix
We offer our most popular and in-demand professional development classes for educators on a regular schedule. We generally offer ad-hoc classes beyond this listing in response to school and division requests, so contact the professional education program manager, Dr. Julia Burke (jburke@richmond.edu), if you have a specific request.
Visit the list of current courses to see what’s currently scheduled and available for registration.
Note: Course scheduling is affected by a number of factors, including (during the coronavirus pandemic) health and safety considerations. As a result, some classes may not be offered as listed below.
Course Categories & Rotation
We offer courses in the following professional categories to meet the professional learning needs of Richmond’s teachers. Listings include the standard rotation in Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.
Teachers may be able to pursue Virginia teaching endorsements with coursework in English Language & Literacy, Gifted Education and Special Education categories.
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Adult Education
Adult Learning & Coaching
Coursework
- Introduction to Coaching & Mentoring – Offered Summer
- Adult Learning Theory – Offered Fall
- Reflective Teaching Experience – Offered Spring
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Language & Literacy
English Language & Literacy
Coursework
- Working with English Learners* – Offered Spring
- Strategies for Teaching Writing – Offered Summer
- Advanced Children’s Literature – Offered Summer
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serves as test prep for taking the ESOL Praxis Exam, required to earn Virginia ESL endorsement. -
General Curriculum
General Curriculum
Coursework
- Advanced Educational Psychology – Offered Fall
- Assessment and Accountability – Offered Spring
- Differentiated Instruction – Offered Summer
- Curriculum Development – Offered Spring
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Gifted Education
Gifted Education
Coursework
These courses prepare you to earn the Virginia Gifted Education endorsement.
- Curriculum for Talented and Gifted Education – Offered Fall
- Special Populations of Gifted Students – Offered Spring
- Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted Student – Offered Summer*
- Foundations of Gifted Education – Offered Summer*
* Summer classes are scheduled in early and late terms so both classes may be taken during the Summer.
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Provisional License
Provisionally Licensed Teachers
Coursework
Course Term(s) Level Foundations of Education Fa,Sp,Su E,S Diverse Learners & Human Growth and Development* Fa,Sp,Su E,S Reading Foundations for Early Literacy Instruction* Fa,Su E Assessment, Intervention & Literacy Strategies for Elementary Readers* Fa,Sp E Content & Pedagogy for Elementary Mathematics Su E Teaching & Learning in Secondary Classrooms Fa,Sp S Assessment & Evaluation in Education Fa,Su S Content Area Literacy* Sp,Su S Classroom & Behavior Management* Fa,Sp,Su E,S Legend
- Term: Fa = Fall; Sp = Spring; Su = Summer
- Level: E = Elementary; S = Secondary & Comprehensive
- * Course requires field experience
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Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Coursework
- Trauma Informed Practices in Schools – Offered Spring
- Mindfulness Strategies for the Classroom – Offered Fall
- Social Justice and Equity Education – Offered Summer
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Special Education
Special Education
Coursework
These courses can prepare you to earn the Virginia Special Education - General Curriculum endorsement.
- Foundations & Legal Aspects of Special Education [E,S] – Offered Fall
- Successful Transitions in Special Education [S] – Offered Spring
- Assessment & Evaluation in Special Education [E] – Offered Spring
- Understanding & Implementing the IEP [E,S] – Offered Summer
Key: [S] = Secondary; [E] = Elementary
Note: Secondary candidates must also complete Graduate Education program if interested.
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