Celebrating Educators!

This past summer, we invited educators to submit proposals for courses they would like to create through EduPaths. Selected educators completed the content creation process and developed their courses over the summer. We are pleased to share the published courses listed below. Consider which EduPaths courses can help you meet your professional learning goals for 2026. Explore the courses below or visit our course catalog to discover our full range of offerings.

Betsy Springer, Gull Lake Virtual Partnership

One of the main concerns regarding AI is its proper use. In the course "Using AI Critically and Ethically," these questions will be addressed to help educators develop better practices for their classrooms.

Participants will explore how students interact with artificial intelligence, fostering critical thinking about their environment. The course will cover the fundamental functions of both artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools, as well as their ethical implications. Additionally, educators will learn how to guide students in the ethical use of AI within the classroom.

Kelly Day, 6-12 Literacy Instructional Coach, Lake Orion Community Schools

In the course, From Peer to Coach: Guiding Students to Give Meaningful Feedback, discover how to transform your students into confident and collaborative writers with this practical course. Learn to model and implement effective peer feedback routines that foster a culture of revision and growth in your middle or high school classroom.

Walk away with ready-to-use strategies and connect with a community of educators dedicated to student success. Make peer feedback meaningful, not just busywork.

Jamie Keiser, Independent Contractor/Curriculum Developer

Want to make your math block more engaging and student-centered? In Mastering the Modern Elementary Math Block: A Fresh Look at Differentiation, Choice, and Student Ownership, you'll explore modern approaches that incorporate small groups, self-pacing, and meaningful independent work. Discover key tools– hands-on, digital, and paper-pencil – to support differentiation and foster student ownership of learning. Leave with inspiration and a clear vision for transforming your math time to better meet the diverse needs of your students.

Colleen Berry

Supervisor of Instruction and Professional Learning, Port Huron Area Schools

Effective student discussions require intentional teaching and careful planning. The course, Turning Student Talk into Lasting Learning, provides educators with strategies to prepare students for productive conversations with partners and groups. You will learn how to model and structure meaningful peer dialogue, encourage students to ask purposeful questions, and guide them in consolidating and applying their ideas after discussions.

Patrick Muldoon

Literacy Elementary Instructional Coach, Clarenceville School District

If you're looking to engage your students but aren't sure where to begin, the course "The Magic Mix: Manage, Motivate, Include" is the perfect solution for you.

This professional development course provides educators with the essential tools and strategies needed to transform their classrooms. By focusing on meaningful student engagement, effective classroom management, and inclusive practices, participants will learn how to create a dynamic learning environment where all students feel valued and motivated. Whether you're new to teaching or have years of experience, this series will help you feel more confident and connected in your teaching practice.

Heather Damick, Middle School Science Teacher, Plainwell Community Schools

Are you looking for a course to help you with strategies to help your students write scientific arguments? You'll see that the course, Scientific Argumentation: Implementation Strategies to Support All Learners, is exactly what you need.

By enrolling in this course, you will gain a deeper understanding of the significance of scientific literacy in today's society. You will learn how to help students effectively communicate their understanding of the world around them. The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to introduce, support, and adapt materials that assist students in writing scientific arguments or Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning (CERs).

Lisa Lauro, Special Education Teacher, Ypsilanti Community Schools

Support literacy growth where it matters most. This course, Reading Beyond the Basics: Strategies for Special Education and EL Learners, equips educators with hands-on, research-backed strategies for teaching reading to students in special education and English Learner (EL) programs. Through scaffolded instruction, visual supports, and culturally responsive practices, educators will learn how to engage diverse learners in meaningful reading experiences that foster their growth and development. The course places a strong emphasis on identity-affirming methods, ensuring educators are sensitive to their students' needs and fostering a sense of inclusivity in the classroom. Participants will walk away with tools they can immediately apply in their classrooms.

Jenna Houser, Elementary Curriculum Coordinator

Grand Blanc Community Schools

In this course, STEAM-tastic: Powering Learning Imagination, Transform your elementary classroom into a hub of innovation with "Beyond the Textbook: Weaving STEAM and Story for Engaged Learners." This course offers practical strategies to bring Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math to life, engaging students in exploring and solving real-world challenges. Equip yourself with the tools to make learning a fun and unforgettable experience.

Cynthia Talbot, Independent Contractor/Curriculum Developer

The course, Student Burnout: Helping Students Recognize, Cope, and Recover, is designed for school counselors and teachers who want to assist students in identifying, understanding, and managing the signs and symptoms of burnout. It offers practical strategies for reducing stress, promoting self-care, and developing healthy coping mechanisms. Ultimately, the goal is to foster resilience and overall well-being among students.

Courtney Conley, Instructional Technology Consultant, Utica Community Schools

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is a crucial component in education today. The course, Using Technology to Promote Social and Emotional Learning, will introduce technology-driven solutions to help teachers integrate SEL into their classrooms, including virtual mindfulness exercises and digital storytelling.

Participants will gain practical strategies to create a positive learning environment that supports students' emotional well-being and fosters empathy. We will also explore the CASEL framework—the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning—to align technology use with SEL competencies. No prior experience with SEL or educational technology is necessary.

Stacy Darrow, Instructional Consultant for Saginaw Intermediate School District

This course, Coaching Conversations that Matter, supports instructional coaches and teacher leaders in cultivating reflective, resilient coaching practices. Participants will learn to structure coaching cycles around questioning for dialogue and sustain momentum through professional learning networks.