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The course will examine cultural and language development factors that impact the achievement of students learning English as a new language. Participants will explore research-based pedagogical practices that can be used to design instruction that meets the needs of English Language Learners. Special emphasis will be placed on student empowerment and agency through inclusive environments and assessments. Participants will be required to complete a paper, midterm quiz and final project.

Register for this graduate-level course designed for New York City Teachers. Participants can earn three A+ or P credits towards their salary differential and 45 CTLE hours in the education of English language learners. Each 15-session course can also be used to fulfill three semester hours of the "Methods of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages" requirement for state certification in English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). 

Earn five hours of CTLE credit at this AFT National Academy for AI Instruction workshop. oin us for a one-day, in-person professional learning session on AI in education. Educators will explore how AI works and why it matters, examine its benefits and pitfalls, and focus on responsible use, student privacy and data security. We will also learn to streamline tasks, boost collaboration and create materials for immediate use in the classroom. This free training is CTLE-eligible and requires a release letter from your principal.

UFT MAP is partnering with the Center for Trauma and Stress Education (CTSE) to offer a series of free, one-hour monthly trainings focused on practical skills for managing stress, navigating challenging situations, and supporting emotional well-being. Led by Harvard-trained doctors and clinical psychologists, each interactive session provides evidence-based tools that members can use in both their professional and personal lives. UFT members will also receive 1 CTLE credit upon completion of each training. 

Register to attend a free UCS professional learning session titled Word Nerds: Teaching Students to Love Vocabulary. A strong vocabulary is key to comprehension, communication and confident learning. Come learn to impart this powerful gift to your students. Together, we will explore techniques to explicitly teach what words mean and strategies to foster curiosity about language and to embed vocabulary instruction across all content areas. Educators will emerge ready to mold true "word nerds" who enjoy discovering and adopting new vocabulary.