Continuing Education News

Monday, October 28, 2024
The Value of Modern Student Engagement Techniques
Effective techniques for engaging students in learning are the foundation for successful student outcomes. Study online at FPU.

Wednesday, August 31, 2022
The Importance of Developing Self Directed Learning and Study Habits
Students who practice self-directed learning take the initiative in their education, perfecting the skills to plan & evaluate their own learning experiences.

Monday, November 1, 2021
States In Every Part of the Country Have Teacher Shortages
Nearly all states have teacher shortages. Now is a good time for new teachers entering the profession and veteran teachers to update their skill set.

Monday, July 26, 2021
Updating Your Digital Art Curriculum
Create a digital art curriculum using Chromebook and a selection of cloud-based apps. Engage your students with fun digital art projects.

Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Benefits of Creating a Classroom Website
A classroom website strengthens communication, collaboration and participation between teachers, students and parents. Learn how to create one at FPU.

Tuesday, June 29, 2021
How to Create a Kahoot! Lesson Plan
Learn to create a Kahoot! lesson plan and use this popular and innovative platform in your classroom. Earn professional development credits at FPU.

Friday, April 30, 2021
Why Schools Are Using Cloud Computing Tools in the Classroom
Cloud computing tools help you to work more efficiently and better engage with students. Earn an online professional development certificate at FPU.

Monday, April 19, 2021
What is Information Literacy?
Information literacy important for active citizenship. Learn how to guide students safely in the online world at Fresno Pacific University.

Thursday, March 11, 2021
Top Tools for Online Teaching
Learn about the top tools for online teaching with a free download from Fresno Pacific. Discover powerful ways to put them to use in the classroom.

Friday, March 5, 2021
Top Tips for Teaching Online
Teaching online is challenging. Fresno Pacific University offers a free infographic giving educators tips and best practices for teaching online.

Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Tips for Creating Educational Videos for Your Classroom
Learn tips for creating educational videos with a free infographic from Fresno Pacific University. Dig deeper with online courses for teachers.

Monday, November 23, 2020
Advance Your Digital Classroom Skills by Earning an Online Teaching Certificate from Fresno Pacific University
With an online teaching certificate from Fresno Pacific University, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to create a successful digital classroom.

Monday, October 19, 2020
Using Google in the Classroom
Using Google in the classroom offers innovative ways to teach and learn. Take the online All Things Google course at Fresno Pacific University.

Thursday, August 20, 2020
Creating Engaging Student-Centered Teaching Experiences for Online Students
A student-centered teaching environment is built with intention, planning, and proven design concepts to create a rewarding online educational experience.

Monday, August 17, 2020
How Video Lectures Improve the Quality of a Course
Using video can improve the quality of a course. Use videos from The Great Courses to meet professional development Goals at Fresno Pacific University.

Friday, July 10, 2020
How can I be better at teaching online? Part 1
Online teaching can be a difficult transition for many teachers. It takes work, imagination and creative thinking, but the process can be fun and rewarding.

Friday, May 22, 2020
Resources for Teaching Online
Developing strong online teaching skills is an important issue for educators. FPU offers a free list of resources for teaching online.

Thursday, December 26, 2019
Bring Gamification into Your Classroom
FPU professional development course can help you learn how to incorporate gamification in the classroom to help students engage using tools they love.

Tuesday, June 25, 2019
What is the Teacher's Role in Closing the Achievement Gap?
Fresno Pacific University offers a professional development course to help teachers implement tools in their classroom that will help close the achievement gap.

Friday, May 17, 2019
The Importance of Digital Innovation in the Classroom
Fresno Pacific University offers a Digital Innovator Certificate for teachers who want to learn more about the most effective way to use modern technology as an educational tool.

Thursday, April 25, 2019
Why Become a Google Certified Educator?
Professional development in technology such as Google Certified Educator Courses can help make you a better teacher and teach your students how to become good digital citizens.

Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Cloud Computing, Google, Twitter and More: Tech Tools for Teachers
Educators that want to learn about modern tech tools for teachers that can help them make a bigger difference in classrooms today can choose certificate programs at Fresno Pacific University.

Friday, December 28, 2018
What is Global Awareness and Why Does it Matter?
The ability to teach global awareness in the classroom is more important than ever as technology brings the world closer together.

Monday, December 17, 2018
Why Today's Students Need Media Literacy More Than Ever
Media literacy is more important than ever in today's world of constant messaging. Teachers can help children be critical thinkers when consuming media.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Where are Teachers Needed the Most in California?
California's teacher shortage means an abundance of teaching jobs are available.

Friday, November 9, 2018
How Does California Teacher Pay Compare?
California Teacher Pay is higher than most states in the U.S.

Thursday, October 18, 2018
The California Teacher Shortage is Getting Worse
Although California ranks high in the nation for teacher pay, benefits and other perks, the California teacher shortage continues to worsen.