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UID:26872-1777968000-1777996800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of CTE Program Management\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers in at least their 2nd year of teaching\nOption B approved course\nMust bring most recent ADE Monitoring document\n\nWe all know that truly great CTE programs are the result of stellar planning. Plan for success\, enroll in the Strategic Planning course. You’ll learn how leaders develop compelling plans and execute those plans in a way that empowers all involved. \nThis course is designed to help participants develop a strategic/tactical plan for their CTE program. Participants will learn the strategic planning process and apply that knowledge to the development of a plan for their program. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/strategic-planning-05-05-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategic Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251103T162146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T162146Z
UID:26870-1777363200-1777392000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Literacy For CTE
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\n\nResearch and experience show that implementing effective reading and terminology practices directly impacts student academic success. CTE students with strong reading and terminology skills are able to make connections to new content quicker\, perform better on certifications and assessments\, and engage more readily in professional communication in industry. \nThis course is designed to equip teachers to use their program instructional terminology along with high-yield vocabulary practices to plan and teach in both the class and hands-on settings. Whereas technical reading and performance-based literacy focus on standards for reading\, writing\, listening\, and speaking\, this course takes a deeper look at using effective reading and terminology strategies. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/literacy-for-cte-04-28-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Literacy for CTE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251103T161828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T161828Z
UID:26868-1776326400-1776355200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTE Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE employees\nOption B approved course\n\nThe CTE Delivery Model is THE premier educational system for all students. \nCTE Essentials will give you an overview of each of the four components of this outstanding model and allow you time to process how you can incorporate each element into all of your instructional units as you plan your program’s calendar. It will also provide some insight into the many roles a CTE teacher plays in the course of any school day\, where to find support to meet those expectations\, and how to transition between each of them. CTE Essentials is truly a must-have course for the teacher who is looking to build a strong program for students. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/cte-essentials-04-16-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTE Essentials
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20260223T222450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T222525Z
UID:27198-1776153600-1776182400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Work-Based Learning
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close April 6th\, 2026. A payment or PO must be received before you can attend the class. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org. \nCreate meaningful work-based learning experiences for your students. This course will provide teachers with a variety of models of work-based learning along with the associated forms\, agreements\, and guidelines. You will select the model that is most appropriate for your situation and create a plan to implement work-based learning as a part of your premier program! \n**This course satisfies the ADE requirement for the Cooperative Education Endorsement. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/work-based-learning-21/
LOCATION:West-MEC District Office\, 5487 N. 99th Ave\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251103T161424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164058Z
UID:26866-1775548800-1775577600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Methods Of CTE
DESCRIPTION:Level 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of Instructional Best Practices Day 1 and Day 2\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nPlease bring a laptop\n\nThis course will support teachers’ continuing development as outstanding teachers for CTE programs by examining their personal educational philosophy\, instructional design\, and methodology. Three major components comprise the course: \n\nExamining Beliefs About Learning – developing your own personal philosophy about learning\nMotivating Adolescent Learners – identify characteristics of adolescents and design a classroom that is especially effective for high school students\nEngagement – active participation strategies to use every day in your classroom: instruction models\, active participation strategies\, and major components that are especially effective with adolescents.\n\nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/advanced-methods-of-cte-04-07-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advanced Methods of Teaching CTE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20260306T153426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T153511Z
UID:27213-1775059200-1775062800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Using Advisory Councils Effectively (online)
DESCRIPTION:Level 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\nSession Dates: April 1\, 2026 – May 13\, 2026\nParticipants are required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Wednesday\, April 1\, from 4-5 pm\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course class will close March 24\, 2026. A payment or PO must be received before you can attend the class. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org. \nThis six-week asynchronous online course combines flexible scheduling with a structured weekly pace. Each week\, a new module with lectures\, readings\, and learning activities will be released. You can complete the materials and assignments at times that work best for you within each weekly period. \nThis interactive class is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this class\, you will learn how to form a committee\, how to conduct useful advisory council meetings\, and how to use advisory council members for continuous program improvement. \nThe class will close on May 13 at midnight. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/using-advisory-councils-effectively-online/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251103T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T160552Z
UID:26864-1774339200-1774368000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Program Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 4\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers in at least their 2nd year of teaching\nParticipants must work in a state-approved CTE program\nOption B approved course\nPlease bring a laptop\n\nWhat constitutes an “approved program?”  Come and learn in depth what is required to ensure that your program is in compliance and eligible to receive Federal\, State\, CTED\, and JTED funding. You will leave with the skills needed to manage the many facets of running a premier CTE program\, including: purchasing\, collection of data\, reports\, advisory committees\, and program assessments\, attracting and retaining non-traditional students\, and more. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/program-management-3-24-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260312T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T191046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T191848Z
UID:26821-1773302400-1773331200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Serving Exceptional Students In CTE
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 3\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\n\nThis course is designed to provide CTE educators and other interested parties with a broad understanding of special education. During the course of this interactive class\, we will cover a range of topics\, including special education law\, modifications\, accommodations\, interventions\, supports\, the special education process\, the Response to Intervention process\, and more. \nOur goal is to provide you with the tools you need to serve exceptional students enrolled in CTE courses more effectively. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/serving-exceptional-students-in-cte-03-12-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Serving Exceptional Students in CTE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T190805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T190805Z
UID:26819-1772524800-1772553600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Formative Assessments For CTE Programs
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 4\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\n\nThis highly engaging course will provide you with an opportunity to evaluate the purpose of formative assessments. Topics include the role and types of assessments\, the process to develop an objective assessment\, as well as criteria for crafting quality multiple-choice items. You will learn the skills needed to create objective assessment items using a process that mirrors the development of items for the Arizona CTE Technical Skill Assessments. You will develop an understanding of how to assess student skills in relation to standards and Bloom’s Taxonomy levels that require the application of concepts and critical thinking. In addition to learning about assessment development\, you will create formative assessment items for use with students in your CTE program and others in the CTE community. \nYou will be empowered to implement concepts immediately in your classroom. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/formative-assessments-for-cte-programs-03-03-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formative Assessments for CTE Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260302T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T190521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T190521Z
UID:26817-1772467200-1772470800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:PK Test Prep
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 3 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers who must take the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test\nSession Dates: March 2 – April 13\, 2026\nParticipants are required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Monday\, March 2\, from 4-5 pm\n\nThis asynchronous online class allows you to learn at your own pace. You can access lectures\, readings\, and other learning materials to complete assignments and other activities at any time during the six-week period. A significant benefit to asynchronous classes is\, of course\, the flexibility. \nThis course provides an overview of standards and material covered on the NES (formerly AEPA) Professional Knowledge Assessment (Secondary). Participants will engage in discussion and application activities regarding student development and learning\, assessment\, instruction\, the learning environment\, and the professional environment. \nParticipants must complete one section per week. The class will close on April 13 at midnight. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/pk-test-prep-03-02-26/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T190202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T191528Z
UID:26815-1772092800-1772121600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Effective Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\nPlease bring a laptop\n\nWhether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab\, effective demonstrations are crucial. If done correctly\, every student can successfully perform the new skill with little or no frustration\, without wasted materials\, and attain proficiency in a way that will ensure the whole class progresses at an appropriate pace. This is a real career extender! When you are successful in the lab and the students are successful in the lab\, teaching can be very rewarding. An added bonus is that students complete the new skill in a safe environment. Come and learn this four-part demonstration method. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/effective-demonstrations-02-26-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Effective Demonstrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260224T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T185839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T185839Z
UID:26813-1771920000-1771952400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Bridging Proficiency In Classroom Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 2\nPrerequisite: Completion of Foundations of Classroom Management\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\n\nThis intermediate-level professional development course is designed for CTE educators seeking to deepen their classroom management expertise. Building on foundational skills\, participants will explore practical strategies to establish positive classroom climates\, craft professional syllabi\, optimize physical space for safety and learning\, and implement effective discipline protocols tailored to hands-on\, career-focused instruction. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes the submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/bridging-proficiency-in-classroom-management-02-24-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T185522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T185522Z
UID:26811-1771862400-1771869600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Enterprises 5 of 5
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nParticipants must be in a program that can support an SBE. If you have questions\, please contact PD@west-mec.org \n\nLevel 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of Work-Based Learning\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers who create and implement a School-Based Enterprise\nParticipants must create a business plan for a new School-Based Enterprise (SBE) or an in-depth analysis of a current SBE to earn ADE credit\nOption B approved course\n\nThis is a synchronous course that will have five (5) virtual meetings  \n\nParticipants are required to be on camera and have a functioning microphone for the duration of all five virtual session\nParticipants must attend from a quiet\, uninterrupted space\nThis is an interactive class that will require your active participation\nAfter registering\, a Zoom link will be sent\n\nParticipants must attend all five (5) virtual meetings from 4 pm-6 pm \n\nMonday\, Janaury 12\, 2026\nMonday\, Janaury 26\, 2026\nMonday\, February 2\, 2026\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\nMonday\, February 23\, 2026\n\nAn effective school-based enterprise (SBE) provides students with the unique opportunity to develop and practice real-world industry experience while serving the needs of their campus and/or community! This course is designed to help participants successfully develop and manage a successful SBE. \nParticipants will analyze the key components of SBEs and identify the differences between this model and other forms of work-based learning. Participants will also identify the key elements necessary for planning and implementing a school-based enterprise\, including best practices and record-keeping requirements. Throughout this course\, participants will develop a business plan for their proposed enterprise. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes attending all five (5) virtual sessions and submission of classwork and homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/school-based-enterprises-05-of-5-02-23-26/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:School-Based Enterprises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T184959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T184959Z
UID:26807-1770969600-1770998400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Rubrics To Increase Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\n\nCTE courses are driven by student-created projects. Rubrics are an evaluation tool that can increase the quality of those student projects while simultaneously giving the teacher a quicker\, fairer way to assess their quality. Come to this workshop with one or two student projects that you would like to assess more easily\, and you will leave with an excellent rubric that you personalized for your classroom and the confidence and skills to create additional rubrics for the other student projects in your curriculum. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/rubrics-to-increase-student-success-02-13-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rubrics to Increase Student Success
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251017T181555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T181555Z
UID:26805-1770969600-1770998400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Work-Based Learning
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nThis class is a prerequisite for School-Based Enterprises\nOption B approved course\n\nCreate meaningful work-based learning experiences for your students. This course will provide teachers with a variety of models of work-based learning along with the associated forms\, agreements\, and guidelines. You will select the model that is most appropriate for your situation and create a plan to implement work-based learning as a part of your premier program! \n**This course satisfies the ADE requirement for the Cooperative Education Endorsement. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/work-based-learning-02-13-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Work-Based Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251006T232339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T001445Z
UID:26783-1770969600-1770998400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Classroom Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 1\nThis class is designed for new CTE teachers\n\nThis course is equivalent to the previous Classroom Management course\, which has been restructured into a three-level series\, with Foundations of Classroom Management as the first level. Due to this change\, the ADE will not accept certificates for both Classroom Management and Foundations of Classroom Management. \nThis foundational course is designed to equip emerging educators with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to develop a positive learning environment. Participants will explore various aspects of the education profession\, including terminology\, characteristics of professional conduct\, and classroom management strategies. Through a detailed examination\, participants will develop clear and enforceable rules that promote respect\, responsibility\, and safety. Participants will examine the role of consequences in shaping student behavior and promoting accountability while creating and implementing consistent procedures to streamline classroom activities and maximize instructional time. By the course’s conclusion\, educators will emerge equipped with practical tools and insights to navigate the complexities of classroom management with confidence and professionalism. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes the submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/classroom-management-09-13-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classroom Management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251006T225601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T225626Z
UID:26781-1770710400-1770739200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Grading & Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\n\nAssessing and grading are two different actions. Learn a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques. A major focus is how to assess student work using rubrics. This class will help you create a clear grading policy and develop a variety of ways to assess student learning. \nHow should students in CTE be assessed? How do we set up a fair grading system for both teachers and students? Learn about the wide variety of options that address both of these issues to help you develop both your own philosophy for grading as well as effective strategies for multiple ways to assess student learning and progress. You will also leave with a greater understanding of how to align testing and evaluation to your course outcomes and grading policies that will increase effective feedback for students. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/grading-assessment-2-10/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grading and Assessment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251006T224851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T224851Z
UID:26779-1770652800-1770660000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Enterprises 4 of 5
DESCRIPTION:Participants must be in a program that can support an SBE. If you have questions\, please contact PD@west-mec.org \n\nLevel 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of Work-Based Learning\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers who create and implement a School-Based Enterprise\nParticipants must create a business plan for a new School-Based Enterprise (SBE) or an in-depth analysis of a current SBE to earn ADE credit\nOption B approved course\n\nThis is a synchronous course that will have five (5) virtual meetings  \n\nParticipants are required to be on camera and have a functioning microphone for the duration of all five virtual session\nParticipants must attend from a quiet\, uninterrupted space\nThis is an interactive class that will require your active participation\nAfter registering\, a Zoom link will be sent\n\nParticipants must attend all five (5) virtual meetings from 4 pm-6 pm \n\nMonday\, Janaury 12\, 2026\nMonday\, Janaury 26\, 2026\nMonday\, February 2\, 2026\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\nMonday\, February 23\, 2026\n\nAn effective school-based enterprise (SBE) provides students with the unique opportunity to develop and practice real-world industry experience while serving the needs of their campus and/or community! This course is designed to help participants successfully develop and manage a successful SBE. \nParticipants will analyze the key components of SBEs and identify the differences between this model and other forms of work-based learning. Participants will also identify the key elements necessary for planning and implementing a school-based enterprise\, including best practices and record-keeping requirements. Throughout this course\, participants will develop a business plan for their proposed enterprise. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes attending all five (5) virtual sessions and submission of classwork and homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework. \nRegister through the Day 1 posting HERE
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/school-based-enterprises-4-of-5-26/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:School-Based Enterprises
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20251006T154000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T154000Z
UID:26777-1770048000-1770055200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Enterprises 3 of 5
DESCRIPTION:Participants must be in a program that can support an SBE. If you have questions\, please contact PD@west-mec.org \n\nLevel 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of Work-Based Learning\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers who create and implement a School-Based Enterprise\nParticipants must create a business plan for a new School-Based Enterprise (SBE) or an in-depth analysis of a current SBE to earn ADE credit\nOption B approved course\n\nThis is a synchronous course that will have five (5) virtual meetings  \n\nParticipants are required to be on camera and have a functioning microphone for the duration of all five virtual session\nParticipants must attend from a quiet\, uninterrupted space\nThis is an interactive class that will require your active participation\nAfter registering\, a Zoom link will be sent\n\nParticipants must attend all five (5) virtual meetings from 4 pm-6 pm \n\nMonday\, Janaury 12\, 2026\nMonday\, Janaury 26\, 2026\nMonday\, February 2\, 2026\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\nMonday\, February 23\, 2026\n\nAn effective school-based enterprise (SBE) provides students with the unique opportunity to develop and practice real-world industry experience while serving the needs of their campus and/or community! This course is designed to help participants successfully develop and manage a successful SBE. \nParticipants will analyze the key components of SBEs and identify the differences between this model and other forms of work-based learning. Participants will also identify the key elements necessary for planning and implementing a school-based enterprise\, including best practices and record-keeping requirements. Throughout this course\, participants will develop a business plan for their proposed enterprise. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes attending all five (5) virtual sessions and submission of classwork and homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/school-based-enterprises-3-of-5-26/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:School-Based Enterprises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250924T223027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T223027Z
UID:26764-1769702400-1769706000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Using Advisory Councils Effectively
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\nSession Dates: January 29\, 2026 – March 12\, 2026\nParticipants are required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Thursday\, January 29\, from 4-5 pm\n\nThis asynchronous online class allows you to learn at your own pace. You can access lectures\, readings\, and other learning materials to complete assignments and other activities at any time during the six-week period. A significant benefit to asynchronous classes is\, of course\, the flexibility. \nThis interactive class is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this class\, you will learn how to form a committee\, how to conduct useful advisory council meetings\, and how to use advisory council members for continuous program improvement. \nThe class will close on March 12 at midnight. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/using-advisory-councils-effectively-1-29-26/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Using Advisory Councils Effectively
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250924T222356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T223549Z
UID:26762-1769500800-1769529600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Technical Skills Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Level 3\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nOption B approved course\n\nStudent Success on the Technical Skills Assessment Matters! Your school earns A-F points for students who complete a CTE program and pass the TSA. Our State Legislature now looks to TSA scores to determine if CTE programs should be funded. Successfully passing the TSA builds student’s confidence to enter their chosen profession. Having students successfully pass the TSA will make you a rock star in the eyes of administrators and business partners! Teachers often get to work with peers in same CTE Program as they create all of the materials needed for a fun\, intense\, competitive 8-15 day test preparation experience to help boost scores on the TSA significantly! We hope to see an increase in test scores of 15-30 percentage point as a result of designing a dynamic\, competitive\, fun experience for students as they prep for the TSA. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/technical-skills-assessment-1-27-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Skills Assessments
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260126T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260126T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250924T222017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T222017Z
UID:26760-1769443200-1769450400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Enterprises 2 of 5
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nParticipants must be in a program that can support an SBE. If you have questions\, please contact PD@west-mec.org \n\nLevel 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of Work-Based Learning\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers who create and implement a School-Based Enterprise\nParticipants must create a business plan for a new School-Based Enterprise (SBE) or an in-depth analysis of a current SBE to earn ADE credit\nOption B approved course\n\nThis is a synchronous course that will have five (5) virtual meetings  \n\nParticipants are required to be on camera and have a functioning microphone for the duration of all five virtual session\nParticipants must attend from a quiet\, uninterrupted space\nThis is an interactive class that will require your active participation\nAfter registering\, a Zoom link will be sent\n\nParticipants must attend all five (5) virtual meetings from 4 pm-6 pm \n\nMonday\, Janaury 12\, 2026\nMonday\, Janaury 26\, 2026\nMonday\, February 2\, 2026\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\nMonday\, February 23\, 2026\n\nAn effective school-based enterprise (SBE) provides students with the unique opportunity to develop and practice real-world industry experience while serving the needs of their campus and/or community! This course is designed to help participants successfully develop and manage a successful SBE. \nParticipants will analyze the key components of SBEs and identify the differences between this model and other forms of work-based learning. Participants will also identify the key elements necessary for planning and implementing a school-based enterprise\, including best practices and record-keeping requirements. Throughout this course\, participants will develop a business plan for their proposed enterprise. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes attending all five (5) virtual sessions and submission of classwork and homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework. \nRegister through the Day 1 posting HERE
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/school-based-enterprises-2-of-5-1-26-26/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:School-Based Enterprises
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250924T221128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T223406Z
UID:26756-1768464000-1768492800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Instructional Best Practices Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nThis course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.  \nDay 1: Thursday\, January 8\, 2026\nDay 2: Thursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nThis course is an introduction to the design and use of CTE curriculum. In this highly engaging course\, teachers will focus on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on active participation strategies\, a strong introduction to each lesson\, clear and appropriate objective(s)\, a variety of ways to meet the objective(s)\, and closure to assess learning. These strategies will be woven across the entire workshop. \nAll participants whose districts are members of the AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium and who complete both days of this workshop will receive password-protected access to the Curriculum Connection with its 3500+ bank of outstanding lesson plans for more than 20 CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers. \nThis course is excellent for every teacher. Ace your next evaluation! \nThere is no homework for this class. Upon successful completion of BOTH Instructional Best Practices classes\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework. \nRegister through the Day 1 course posting HERE
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/instructional-best-practices-01-15-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Best Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250924T221618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T221618Z
UID:26758-1768233600-1768240800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Enterprises 1 of 5
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nParticipants must be in a program that can support an SBE. If you have questions\, please contact PD@west-mec.org \n\nLevel 4\nPrerequisite: Completion of Work-Based Learning\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nThis class is designed for CTE teachers who create and implement a School-Based Enterprise\nParticipants must create a business plan for a new School-Based Enterprise (SBE) or an in-depth analysis of a current SBE to earn ADE credit\nOption B approved course\n\nThis is a synchronous course that will have five (5) virtual meetings  \n\nParticipants are required to be on camera and have a functioning microphone for the duration of all five virtual session\nParticipants must attend from a quiet\, uninterrupted space\nThis is an interactive class that will require your active participation\nAfter registering\, a Zoom link will be sent\n\nParticipants must attend all five (5) virtual meetings from 4 pm-6 pm \n\nMonday\, Janaury 12\, 2026\nMonday\, Janaury 26\, 2026\nMonday\, February 2\, 2026\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\nMonday\, February 23\, 2026\n\nAn effective school-based enterprise (SBE) provides students with the unique opportunity to develop and practice real-world industry experience while serving the needs of their campus and/or community! This course is designed to help participants successfully develop and manage a successful SBE. \nParticipants will analyze the key components of SBEs and identify the differences between this model and other forms of work-based learning. Participants will also identify the key elements necessary for planning and implementing a school-based enterprise\, including best practices and record-keeping requirements. Throughout this course\, participants will develop a business plan for their proposed enterprise. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes attending all five (5) virtual sessions and submission of classwork and homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/school-based-enterprises-1-of-5-1-12-26/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:School-Based Enterprises
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250924T220913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T220913Z
UID:26754-1767859200-1767888000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Instructional Best Practices Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nThis course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.  \nDay 1: Thursday\, January 8\, 2026\nDay 2: Thursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nThis course is an introduction to the design and use of CTE curriculum. In this highly engaging course\, teachers will focus on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on active participation strategies\, a strong introduction to each lesson\, clear and appropriate objective(s)\, a variety of ways to meet the objective(s)\, and closure to assess learning. These strategies will be woven across the entire workshop. \nAll participants whose districts are members of the AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium and who complete both days of this workshop will receive password-protected access to the Curriculum Connection with its 3500+ bank of outstanding lesson plans for more than 20 CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers. \nThis course is excellent for every teacher. Ace your next evaluation! \nThere is no homework for this class. Upon successful completion of BOTH Instructional Best Practices classes\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/instructional-best-practices-01-8-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Best Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250806T185522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T185522Z
UID:26553-1765872000-1765900800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Formative Assessments For CTE Programs
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 4\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\n\nThis highly engaging course will provide you with an opportunity to evaluate the purpose of formative assessments. Topics include the role and types of assessments\, the process to develop an objective assessment\, as well as criteria for crafting quality multiple-choice items. You will learn the skills needed to create objective assessment items using a process that mirrors the development of items for the Arizona CTE Technical Skill Assessments. You will develop an understanding of how to assess student skills in relation to standards and Bloom’s Taxonomy levels that require the application of concepts and critical thinking. In addition to learning about assessment development\, you will create formative assessment items for use with students in your CTE program and others in the CTE community. \nYou will be empowered to implement concepts immediately in your classroom. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/formative-assessments-for-cte-programs-12-16-25/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formative Assessments for CTE Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251215T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250806T185219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T185219Z
UID:26551-1765814400-1765818000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:PK Test Prep
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 3 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers who must take the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test\nSession Dates: December 15\, 2025 – January 26\, 2026\nParticipants are required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Monday\, December 15\, from 4-5 pm\n\nThis asynchronous online class allows you to learn at your own pace. You can access lectures\, readings\, and other learning materials to complete assignments and other activities at any time during the six-week period. A significant benefit to asynchronous classes is\, of course\, the flexibility. \nThis course provides an overview of standards and material covered on the NES (formerly AEPA) Professional Knowledge Assessment (Secondary). Participants will engage in discussion and application activities regarding student development and learning\, assessment\, instruction\, the learning environment\, and the professional environment. \nParticipants must complete one section per week. The class will close on January 26 at midnight. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/pk-test-prep-12-15-25/
LOCATION:Online/virtual instruction
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250806T184607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T184607Z
UID:26549-1764835200-1764864000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Lab Safety & Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\n\nAre you ready for students in the lab? This workshop is designed to help participants develop a laboratory improvement plan\, including management\, clean-up procedures\, safety procedures\, and meeting monitoring agency mandates. Join us as we identify a variety of practical steps you can take to ensure that your students are safe in the laboratory and that you are protected. Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate their CTE labs and develop a management system for their CTE labs. You will also be treated to a variety of techniques to enable you to manage your lab effectively and efficiently. Additionally\, you will gain new skills needed to utilize a proven methodology of teaching in the lab or shop. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/lab-safety-management-12-04-25/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laboratory Safety and Management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250827T174953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T174953Z
UID:26604-1764662400-1764691200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTE Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE employees\nOption B approved course\n\nThe CTE Delivery Model is THE premier educational system for all students. \nCTE Essentials will give you an overview of each of the four components of this outstanding model and allow you time to process how you can incorporate each element into all of your instructional units as you plan your program’s calendar. It will also provide some insight into the many roles a CTE teacher plays in the course of any school day\, where to find support to meet those expectations\, and how to transition between each of them. CTE Essentials is truly a must-have course for the teacher who is looking to build a strong program for students. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/cte-essentials-12-2-25/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTE Essentials
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T121859
CREATED:20250806T184332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T184332Z
UID:26547-1763625600-1763654400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Lesson Plan Writing
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 2\nPrerequisite: Completion of Instructional Best Practices Day 1 and Day 2\nOption B approved course\n\nThis class will show you how to build a lesson plan with all the needed components for student success. \nWouldn’t you love to learn to write lessons that allow you to walk into your classroom each day feeling fully prepared? This class will help you with that goal. Each teacher will complete a task analysis for one or more measurement criteria\, determine the number of lessons to be written for the unit of instruction\, and write the first lesson in the unit. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/lesson-plan-writing-11-20-25/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lesson Plan Writing
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