These asynchronous online courses are completely self–directed and self–paced. Participants log on when convenient and work on their own, without a facilitator or other participants. Individuals may decide to join colleagues from their school or agency and move through the course together, supporting each other in their professional development.

Each self-directed course contains 12–15 hours of self–study materials, presented in a variety of media and organized into discrete units; each unit includes many reflection questions and application activities. Participants may choose to do as few or as many units as they wish.

Topics

Five course titles are currently available to choose from (see Course Descriptions for details):

  • New ImageAdult Learning and Development
  • Learner Goal Setting in Adult Education Programs
  • Learner Persistence
  • Orientation for New ABE Teachers
  • Orientation for New ESL Teachers
Format

These courses are delivered using a platform called Moodle. CALPRO provides newcomers with an orientation to Moodle and provides technical support throughout the course.

Enrollment and Registration

Registration and enrollment are open year-round. Additional information appears on the Registration page.

More Information

For more information, find answers to Frequently Asked Questions or download a copy of the 2011–12 Catalog of Online Professional Development.