The Office of Professional Development & Outreach at Kent State University

Online workshop spotlight:

Making ADHD a Gift

Taught by an individual with ADHD, who happens to have a Ph.D. in special education, this fully online workshop will not only discuss what ADHD is and isn't, but it will also explore ways of making ADHD a gift! Parents and individuals with ADHD are welcome, as are teachers, counselors, and other professionals. This workshop will examine the history, etiology, and characteristics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD), as well as strategies, accommodations, and technologies that may make having ADHD be a positive outcome.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2024: September 9 - December 7
3 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 19794
3 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 19797

Dr. Robert Cimera, Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

How to be a Great Substitute Teacher

There is a significant need for effective substitute teachers at this moment in K-12 classrooms. Since the State of Ohio has dropped many of the requirements for substitute licensure, many professionals are struggling with the day-to-day realities of substitute teaching, both short- and long- term. This workshop offers a very practical approach to becoming an excellent substitute who can teach lessons, manage a classroom, and attend to issues of diverse learners all within a respectful climate. Student teachers, new substitutes, experienced substitutes, and administrators are all welcome to this workshop!

Required Textbook: First Days of School by Wong and Wong, 5th edition. ISBN 978-0976423317

Fall 2024: September 9 - 27
2 undergraduate credit hours: CI 40093, CRN # 19807
2 graduate credit hours: CI 50093, CRN # 19812

Dr. Kathryn Knapp, Associate Professor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Helping Students with Depression

Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders faced by American children today. Current estimates suggest that as many as 3.2% of school-age children have been diagnosed with clinical depression. Further, roughly 9% of adolescents attempt su***de before they reach adulthood. Unfortunately, with COVID and other stressors in our society, these numbers are likely to continue to increase. This workshop explores how teachers and parents can identify depressed students as well as develop strategies and find resources that may help them.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2024: September 9 - December 7
2 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 19790
2 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 19792

Dr. Robert Cimera, Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

From IEPs to Manifest Determination: Everything Teachers, Parents, and Paraprofessionals Need to Know About Special Education Law

Teachers nowadays are not just educators — they are also social workers, nurses, and lawyers. Designed specifically for teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents, this workshop provides an introduction to the many legal issues involved in educating children with disabilities. Topics covered include (but are not limited to): identifying and assessing children with disabilities, developing and implementing appropriate IEPs, disciplining students with disabilities, maintaining confidentiality, and dispute resolution.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2024: September 9 - December 7
3 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 19785
3 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 19788

Dr. Robert Cimera, Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Addressing Anxiety in the Classroom

From COVID, to cyber-bullying, to the daily trials of being adolescents, students today face unprecedented levels of stress and anxiety that can impact them for the rest of their lives. This workshop examines what teachers can do to help reduce these stressors as well as practical strategies for creating supportive curricula and classroom environments.

Required Textbook: The required reading for this workshop is provided for you online in the “Course Content” folder.

Fall 2024: September 9 - December 7
2 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 19781
2 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 19782

Dr. Robert Cimera, Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Adobe Acrobat PDF Basics: An Overview of PDF Files as a Tool

Communicating effectively and efficiently with audiences, peers, and employers is crucial in a society that is moving at a rapid pace. An effective, easy tool for communicating electronically is a PDF file. This Adobe Acrobat workshop is designed to equip the beginner or novice user with the skills needed to downsize and convert Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel files. You will also be able to e-mail and create secure passwords for each PDF file.

Required Textbook: Fridsma, L., & Gyncild, B. (2015). Adobe Acrobat DC Classroom in a Book (1st ed.). Adobe Press. (Free e-book and lesson downloads available. Information will be emailed.)

Fall 2024: September 3 - 30
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19777
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19779

Dr. Marian Maxfield, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Classroom Management: Addressing All Students’ Behavioral Needs

Classroom Management issues are frequently cited reasons why teachers leave the profession. This workshop provides in-depth coverage of research-based principles and practices for effective classroom and behavior management with step-by-step guides as well as videos of real teachers modeling effective practices. School-based professionals and anyone interested in supporting student success at school will gain valuable information and guidance.

Required Textbook: None

Fall 2024: August 26 - December 8
3 undergraduate credit hours: SPED 40093, CRN # 19772
3 graduate credit hours: SPED 50093, CRN # 19774

Dr. Andrew Wiley, Associate Professor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Mentally Awesome for Maximum Mental Performance

This workshop is designed to assist instructional/teacher-coaches & administrators to build a mental toolbox by utilizing the latest brain science for maximum mental performance. The cognitive tools presented in this class will serve the practical daily demands of improved thinking in all types of situations! By the end of the workshop, you will have built a mental toolbox that will allow you to apply knowledge of practical brain science used in some of the most successful organizations in the world. These tools will assist your students, workers, or athletes in better critical thinking, concentration, stress reduction, and confidence-building.

Textbook (Optional for Undergraduates, Required for Graduates): Donnelly, D. (2016). Think like a warrior: The five inner beliefs that make you unstoppable. Shamrock New Media, Inc. ISBN: 0692705465.

Fall 2024: August 23 - September 6
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 19766
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19769

Timothy Berger, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Experiencing Excellence: Teaching & Coaching Mental Excellence

Combining the exciting new discoveries of neuroplasticity (brain science) for improved learning, confidence, and information retention that is now being used by the best in the profession. Attaining success in the quickest way possible is the inevitable outcome as a teacher or coach. Aspiring great teachers and coaches can take advantage of the aspects of brain science that great athletes and achievers utilize effectively. This workshop will provide the participant with the proven successes of top professionals by using the cutting-edge science of educating the brain.

Optional Textbook: Orlick, T. In Pursuit of Excellence (5th ed.), (2007). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Publishers. ISBN: 978-0-736-06757-7

ONLINE; August 23 - September 6
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19763

Timothy Berger, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Social Networking for Educators

Learn the fundamentals of social networking and the impact it has on education. Participants will be able to identify various social networking tools to use as teaching aids, recognize ways in which social networking can enhance teaching and learning, and identify the pros and cons of social networking.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; August 19 - September 8
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19737
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19738

Dr. Julee Henry, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Photoshop® I

Focus on the fundamental operations and controls of Photoshop. The workshop will feature video tutorials, demonstrations, and weekly projects.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; August 19 - September 15
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19739
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19740

ONLINE; November 4 - December 1
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19771
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19773

Dr. Richard (Ben) Hollis, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Mindfulness in Education

As students, educators, and administrators alike navigate unprecedented levels of stress and anxiety, incorporating mindful practices into a daily routine can help calm anxiety and build healthy coping skills. Join mindfulness instructor Becca Hollis online to gain an understanding of mindfulness practices and techniques and develop strategies for applying mindfulness in educational settings as well as personal/family contexts.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; August 19 - September 1
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 19751
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19752

ONLINE; November 4 - 17
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 19765
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19767

Becca Hollis, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Intrapersonal Conflict and Stress Management

This workshop is for teachers, counselors, social workers, psychologists, and anyone working with people experiencing inner conflict and stressful life situations. You will develop and try out ways of sharing stress reduction techniques with your clients or students. Learn to distinguish between different types of stress; describe the impact of traumatic stress on children and adults; identify aspects and types of dissociation; identify and evaluate preferred management techniques through practice, application, and reflection; and teach these techniques to others.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; August 19 - September 15
2 graduate credit hours: CES 50093, CRN # 19758
Dr. Jennifer Maxwell, Instructor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Google Classroom

Participants will create a virtual classroom, with principles that apply to Google Classroom and beyond, to advance instructional methods and promote interactive learning. You will learn the skills and knowledge to communicate with your students in real-time using announcements and discussions; share resources such as videos, websites, documents, and assessments; and stay organized, save time, and manage any virtual classroom more efficiently.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; August 19 - September 15
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19741
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19742

ONLINE; October 14 - November 10
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19791
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19793

Dr. Jamie Rhoads, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Designing Web Sites: An Overview

The World Wide Web is used extensively in educational and business settings as a means of presenting original information. The variety and availability of programs for web designs have increased; however, it is important to first learn basic Web designing principles and skills. This workshop provides skills in organizing and writing information for the Web, structuring a site, enhancing site usability, and evaluating one's efforts. Participants will create a blueprint of a website in this workshop that will assist in the future creation of the website. This workshop is independent of and does not teach specific software and other technologies used in building the site.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; August 19 - 30
1 undergraduate credit hour: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19753
1 graduate credit hour: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19754
Dr. Marian Maxfield, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

NEW online workshop for Fall 2024!

AI for Educators

Explore fundamental concepts of AI, ethical considerations, and practical challenges for educators, while also examining AI's impact on student learning and critical thinking skills. The course emphasizes the development of guidelines and best practices for integrating AI tools effectively and responsibly into the classroom, addressing concerns such as privacy, security, accessibility, and inclusivity. Participants will explore alternative assessment methods aligned with various subject areas, grade levels, and learning objectives.

Required Textbook: None

ONLINE; October 7 - November 10
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 20133
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 20134

Dr. Julee Henry, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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College of Education, Health and Human Services at Kent State University

Online workshop spotlight:

Mental Motivation

This workshop focuses on maximizing motivation in the classroom, in the workplace, or on the playing field by teaching students and athletes to develop their thinking process in a systematic fashion used by successful athletes, administrators, and students. The materials presented will challenge you to “think” in new ways as you teach, manage, or coach. This course is not a “pep” talk” or a “collection” of encouraging sayings, but a road map of “how” to increase motivational thinking. Participants will benefit from the newest applications of brain science and practical approaches to improving success and motivation. Ready for more? Take the Inspiring Excellence series offered each semester!

Textbook (Optional for Undergraduates, Required for Graduates): Rotella, B. (2004). Golf is not a game of perfect.Downtown Press. ISBN: 9780743492478

Summer: July 22 - August 3
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 13628
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 13629

Fall: October 18 - November 1
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 19783
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19784

Timothy Berger, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Stress & Life Management: Being All Things to All People

In this workshop, you will enhance your power of thought, focusing on the positive and keeping life’s events in their proper perspective. You will learn specific techniques to deal with stress, change and worry, along with time management and goal-setting strategies.

Required Textbook: None

Summer: July 17 - August 2
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 13626
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 13627

Fall: November 6 - 22
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 19762
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19764

Dr. Mandy Cenker, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Social Networking for Educators

Social networking has become a common means of communication among students and faculty alike. The purpose of this workshop is to teach the fundamentals of social networking and the impact it has on education. This online workshop will help participants: identify various social networking tools to use as teaching aids, recognize ways in which social networking can enhance teaching and learning, and identify the pros and cons of social networking.

Required Textbook: None

Summer: July 15 - August 4
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 13619
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 13620

Fall: August 19 - September 8
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19737
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19738

Dr. Julee Henry, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Solving Problems Under Pressure

Finding ways to work and successfully respond under pressure is the focus of this class. The mental approaches that establish better thinking and responding patterns must be taught and practiced. This course explains the foundations of good thinking that prepares individuals to function successfully under pressure.

Required Textbook: (Optional for Undergraduates, Required for Graduates): Rotella, B. & Cullen, B. (2015). How Champions Think: In Sports and in Life. Simon & Schuster. ISBN: 978-1-4767-8864-7

Summer: July 15 - 29
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 13622
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 13623

Fall: September 20 - October 4
1 undergraduate credit hour: CI 40093, CRN # 19809
1 graduate credit hour: CI 50093, CRN # 19813

Timothy Berger, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Adobe Acrobat PDF Basics: An Overview of PDF Files as a Tool

Communicating effectively and efficiently with audiences, peers, and employers is crucial in a society that is moving at a rapid pace. An effective, easy tool for communicating electronically is a PDF file. This Adobe Acrobat workshop is designed to equip the beginner or novice user with the skills needed to downsize and convert Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel files. You will also be able to e-mail and create secure passwords for each PDF file.

Required Textbook: Fridsma, L., & Gyncild, B. (2015). Adobe Acrobat DC Classroom in a Book (1st ed.). Adobe Press. (Free e-book and lesson downloads available. Information will be emailed.)

Summer: July 15 - August 2
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 13624
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 13625

Fall: September 3 - 30
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19777
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19779

Dr. Marian Maxfield, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Understanding Power and Control in Interpersonal Relationships: A Course for Educators, Counselors and Social Workers

This course has been developed for professionals to enhance their ability to recognize power inequalities and the effects of coercion and force in the context of trust-based relationships. The effects of trauma and disassociated coercion in battering relationships, domestic violence, and child abuse will be explored, as well as models of collaborative and balanced power in interpersonal relationships. Participants will be provided with information designed to enable them to develop individualized screening and assessment plans.

Required Textbook: None

Summer: July 15 - August 11
2 graduate credit hours: CES 50093, CRN # 13621

Fall: October 14 - November 10
2 graduate credit hours: CES 50093, CRN # 19789

Dr. Jennifer Maxwell, Instructor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Understanding "Tweens": No Longer Children, Not Yet Teens

Students will gain an understanding of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of "tweens," children ages 9-11. The contemporary family and societal context and their implications for development at this age will also be examined. Students will apply their learning in an observational setting.

Required Textbook: None.

ONLINE; July 8 - 19
1 undergraduate credit hour
HDFS 41093, CRN # 13630
1 graduate credit hour
HDFS 51093, CRN # 13631

Dr. Kathryn Knapp, Associate Professor, LDES

Enroll by July 1st.

Questions? [email protected]

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Online workshop spotlight:

Google Classroom

Create a virtual classroom by using Google Classroom! By using Google Classroom and interacting with students in a web environment, you will increase student engagement and advance instructional methods. Using Google Classroom allows you to communicate with students quickly in real-time by using announcements and discussions. You can post discussion prompts, share videos and websites, attach documents, and create assessments anytime. Use these tools to keep organized, save time, and facilitate more efficiently.

Required Textbook: None

Summer: July 8 - 28
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 13615
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 13616

Fall: August 19 - September 15
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19741
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19742

Fall: October 14 - November 10
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19791
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19793

Dr. Jamie Rhoads, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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Celebrating freedom, resilience, and unity on this Juneteenth day!

Let’s continue to strive for equality and justice for everyone.

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Online workshop spotlight:

Understanding and Working with Difficult Children

This workshop is designed to provide individuals who are working with children or plan on working with children, pertinent information regarding recognizing and understanding behavior problems in children. Not all children with behavior problems will display identical difficulties. Eclectic approaches are needed to address specific behavior issues. Workshop participants will be educated on the diversity of problems and children. Referrals and assessment needs will be discussed.

Required Textbook: Glasser, H. & Easley, J. Transforming the difficult child: The nurtured heart approach. (2016 revision). AZ: Nurtured Heart Publications, ISBN: 9780967050707

Summer: July 8 - August 5
1 undergraduate credit hour: CES 40093, CRN # 13617
1 graduate credit hour: CES 50093, CRN # 13618

Fall: October 14 - November 11
1 undergraduate credit hour: CES 40093, CRN # 19786
1 graduate credit hour: CES 50093, CRN # 19787

Dr. Sandra Miller-Jones, Instructor, LDES

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

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If you are attending today, be sure to stop by the Kent State booth & pick up some swag!

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College of Education, Health and Human Services at Kent State University

Online workshop spotlight:

Microsoft Excel® I

This course is an introduction to the functional design of Microsoft Excel focusing on the management of Excel spreadsheets, applying formulas, and graphing and charting data. Students will finish the workshop with proficiency in basic Excel skills.

Required Textbook: None

Required Software: Microsoft Excel 2019 or later for Windows or Mac. Kent State University, in partnership with Microsoft, offers Microsoft Office for Faculty, Staff, and Students for use on their personal computers (Mac and Windows), tablets, and smartphones at no cost through Office 365.

Summer: July 1 - 30
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 13603
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 13604

Fall: October 21 - November 22
2 undergraduate credit hours: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19775
2 graduate credit hours: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19776

Jaelithe Russ, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops

Online workshop spotlight:

Designing Web Sites: An Overview

The World Wide Web is used extensively in educational and business settings as a means of presenting original information. The variety and availability of programs for web designs have increased; however, it is important to first learn basic Web designing principles and skills. This workshop provides skills in organizing and writing information for the Web, structuring a site, enhancing site usability, and evaluating one's efforts. Participants will create a blueprint of a website in this workshop that will assist in the future creation of the website. This workshop is independent of and does not teach specific software and other technologies used in building the site.

Required Textbook: None

Summer: July 1 - 15
1 undergraduate credit hour: ETEC 40093, CRN # 13609
1 graduate credit hour: ETEC 50093, CRN # 13610

Fall: August 19 - 30
1 undergraduate credit hour: ETEC 40093, CRN # 19753
1 graduate credit hour: ETEC 50093, CRN # 19754

Dr. Marian Maxfield, Instructor, TLC

Enroll up to two weeks before the start date.

Questions? [email protected]

Looking for other workshop options? kent.edu/CreditWorkshops