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UID:27425-1788854400-1788883200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Classroom Management
DESCRIPTION:Level 1\nThis class is designed for new CTE teachers\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close August 31st\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org \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-09-08-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classroom Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260916T160000
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UID:27427-1789545600-1789574400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Technical Reading & Performance Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\n\nLevel 4\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nOption B approved course\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close August 31st\, 2026. A payment or PO must be received before you can attend the class. \nThis course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.  \nDay 1: September 16\, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nDay 2: September 23\, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nYour CTE classroom truly is the key to the meaningful application of the current career and college readiness standards. This course will give you specific examples where Arizona’s Common Core standards for Technical Literacy already exist in your CTE program\, it will provide opportunities for you to incorporate additional standards into your lessons\, AND it will give you strategies to take back to your classroom to increase your student’s ability to read difficult technical information more effectively. \nPerformance Literacy is the partner class for Technical Reading. This second course allows teachers to gain a deeper understanding of writing and speaking standards\, identify how they currently use them in their programs and determine specific steps they can take to increase their use of these standards as well as their students’ success with them. \nThe technical literacy standards are skill-driven and a perfect fit for our CTE programs’ focus on career AND college readiness as our students complete their programs. \nCome find out why CTE really is a powerful driver for creating literate employees for our 21st-century workforce! \nThere is no homework for this class. Upon successful completion of Technical Reading and Performance Literacy\, 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-reading-performance-literacy-09-16-23-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Reading & Performance Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260917T080000
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UID:27429-1789632000-1789660800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTE Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Level 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE employees\nOption B approved course\n\nNOTE: Registration for this course will close September 9th\, 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. \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-09-17-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260629T161451Z
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UID:27433-1790236800-1790265600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Grading and Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Level 2 \nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers \nNOTE: Registration for this course will close September 16th\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org \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-and-assessment-09-16-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grading and Assessment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T180244Z
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UID:27460-1790668800-1790697600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Instructional Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close September 21\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org.\nLevel 1\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course \nThis course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.\nCourse 1: 9/29/26\nCourse 2: 10/06/26 \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-09-29-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Best Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260930T160000
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UID:27462-1790755200-1790784000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Serving Exceptional Students in CTE
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close September 22\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org. \nLevel 3\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers \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-9-30-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181537Z
CREATED:20260724T181537Z
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UID:27464-1790841600-1790870400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Students Through Professional Skills
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close September 23\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org\nLevel 3\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course \nThis course will explore the nine Professional Skills identified by the Arizona Department of Education in collaboration with industry. Participants will identify them\, use already created rubrics to assess their use\, explore strategies to embed them across their curriculum\, and methods to evaluate 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/empowering-students-through-professional-skills-10-01-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Empowering Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T181817Z
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UID:27466-1791446400-1791475200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Work-Based Learning
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close September 30\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org. \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 \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-10-08-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTSTAMP:20260724T183019Z
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UID:27468-1792368000-1792454399@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep)
DESCRIPTION:You must receive instructor approval before enrolling. Please email PD@west-MEC.org. Registration for this course will close October 16\, 2026. \nLevel 4 CTE Class\nPrerequisites: It is strongly recommended that you complete the following courses prior to enrollment:\n– Instructional Best Practices\n– Grading & Assessment\n– Lesson Plan Writing\n– Classroom Management or Foundations of Classroom Management\n– Rubrics\n– Serving Exceptional Students in CTE\nRecommended Timing: This course should be taken in your third year of teaching\, approximately six months prior to your deficiency deadline\nIntended Audience: This class is designed specifically for CTE Teachers who are required to take the Arizona Assessment of Professional Knowledge: Secondary (052)\nEnrollment Requirement: Instructor approval is required before enrollment. Interested participants must complete an enrollment form to ensure recommended prerequisites have been met.\nCourse Format: Asynchronous online course\nSession Dates: October 19 – September 30\, 2026\nParticipants are required to attend a Virtual Kick-Off Meeting on Monday\, October 19\, from 4-4:30 pm \nThis asynchronous online class provides an overview of the standard material covered on the NES (formerly AEPA) Professional Knowledge Assessment (Secondary). Participants will engage in activities addressing student development and learning\, assessment\, instruction\, the learning environment\, and the professional environment. The course also introduces participants to the format and logistics of the test\, enabling them to prepare effectively while allowing flexibility to complete the coursework at their own pace\, within the six-week period. \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. \nNote: We are not affiliated with Pearson or the National Evaluation Series (NES). This course is intended as a supplemental preparation resource and should not be considered the sole source of content for the exam.
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/professional-knowledge-assessment-prep-course-pk-test-prep-10-19-26/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T183319Z
CREATED:20260724T183319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T183319Z
UID:27470-1792483200-1792512000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Literacy for CTE: Vocabulary Practices to Improve Reading for Student Success
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close October 12\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org \nLevel 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers \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-vocabulary-practices-to-improve-reading-for-student-success-10-20-26/
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:20261022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T183825Z
CREATED:20260724T183825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T183825Z
UID:27472-1792656000-1792684800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Effective Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close October 14\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org \n\nLevel 2\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\nOption B approved course\n\nPlease bring a laptop. \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-10-22-26/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certification Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261028T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T184918Z
CREATED:20260724T184918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T184918Z
UID:27474-1793174400-1793203200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Formative Assessments For CTE Programs
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Registration for this course will close October 20\, 2026. If wanting to register after the deadline\, please email PD@west-mec.org \nLevel 4\nThis class is designed for teachers in at least their 2nd year\nOption B approved course \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-10-28-26/
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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