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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231003
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UID:23631-1696204800-1696291199@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep)
DESCRIPTION:Session Dates: October 2 – November 13\, 2023 \n\nLevel 2 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers who must take the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test.\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 are required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Monday\, October 2\, from 4-5 pm. Participants must complete one section per week. The class will close on November 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. \nLocation: Online \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/309 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDates: Oct. 2 – Nov. 13\, 2023 \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/professional-knowledge-assessment-prep-course-pk-test-prep-4/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230607T210315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T211009Z
UID:23629-1695283200-1695312000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTE Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Level 1 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE employees.\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. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/319 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDate: Sept. 21\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/cte-essentials-10/
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:20230921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230607T210140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T210941Z
UID:23627-1695283200-1695312000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Enterprises
DESCRIPTION:Level 4 CTE Professional Development Class\nThis class is designed for advanced CTE teachers\nParticipants must create a business plan for a new School-Based Enterprise (SBE) or an in-depth analysis of a current SBE in order to earn ADE credit\nParticipants should bring their own technology to work on their business plan\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 submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/316 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDate: Sept. 21\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/school-based-enterprises-6/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:School-Based Enterprises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230607T210000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T210000Z
UID:23625-1695110400-1695139200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Laboratory Safety & Management
DESCRIPTION:Level 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\nParticipants should bring their own technology to work on their business plan\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. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/317 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDate: Sept. 19\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/laboratory-safety-management-5/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laboratory Safety and Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230607T205806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T205806Z
UID:23623-1694073600-1694102400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Classroom Management
DESCRIPTION:Level 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nIn this course\, teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing procedures and routines that are perfect for their situation. We will take a deep look at the philosophy of “Discipline with Dignity” and develop classroom rules and consequences. \nParticipants will be empowered to create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning and high expectations. All of this is based on the belief that excellent classroom management is built on the foundation of well-planned\, relevant\, and engaging lessons. \nUpon successful completion of the course\, which includes the submission of homework\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hour\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/333 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDate: Sept. 7\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/classroom-management-25/
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:20230824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230606T195512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T182719Z
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SUMMARY:Instructional Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Level 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.  \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. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/313 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDate: August 24\, 2023 & Sept. 5\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $100
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/instructional-best-practices-day-1-7/2023-08-24/
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;VALUE=DATE:20230801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230802
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230606T184415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T183005Z
UID:23614-1690848000-1690934399@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep)
DESCRIPTION:Session Dates: August 1 – September 12\, 2023 \n\nLevel 2 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers who must take the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test.\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 are required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Tuesday\, August 1\, from 4-5 pm. Participants must complete one section per week. The class will close on September 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. \nLocation: Online \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/308 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDate: Aug. 1 – Sept. 12\, 2023 \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/professional-knowledge-assessment-prep-course-pk-test-prep-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T220729Z
UID:22931-1687420800-1687449600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Using Advisory Councils Effectively
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nAn energetic and involved advisory council can have a significant impact in helping your program and students achieve their goals! This interactive course is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this course\, you will learn how to form a committee\, conduct useful advisory council meetings and use advisory council members for continuous program improvement. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/176 \nDate: June 22\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/using-advisory-councils-effectively-10/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Using Advisory Councils Effectively
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T220551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T220551Z
UID:22929-1687420800-1687449600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Grading And Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 2\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/175 \nDate: June 22\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/grading-and-assessment-9/
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:20230620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T220357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T182633Z
UID:22927-1687248000-1687276800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTE Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 1 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE employees.\n\nThe CTE Delivery Model is THE premier educational system for all students.  CTE 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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/174 \nDate: June 20\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25 \n 
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/performance-literacy-4/
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:20230620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T220204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T220204Z
UID:22925-1687248000-1687276800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Rubrics To Increase Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nCTE courses are performance-based. When teachers let students know exactly how their work will be evaluated\, the student’s level of performance always improves. Come and participate in a hands-on activity that uses a rubric\, determine where the rubric made a positive difference in your performance\, and then design a rubric for one of your own student projects with the help of West-MEC specialists. \nHave available an assignment for one of your student projects and your current grading criteria for that project to help get this practical day started. \nNOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). **For this class\, credit will not be awarded until September 1st.** \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/173 \nDate: June 20\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/rubrics-to-increase-student-success-5/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230615T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T220025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T220025Z
UID:22923-1686816000-1686844800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Effective Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 2\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nPlease bring your device – laptop/tablet/smartphone – to this class. \nWhether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab\, effective demonstrations are crucial. In this course\, teachers will engage in the four-step demonstration method\, which gradually transitions the learning of a new skill from teacher to student\, through effective modeling\, guided instruction and independent practice. 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. An added bonus is that students complete the new skill in a safe and supportive environment.  Come and learn this four-part demonstration method! \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/172 \nDate: June 15\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/effective-demonstrations-8/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Effective Demonstrations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230615T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T215848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T215848Z
UID:22921-1686816000-1686844800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Lesson Plan Writing
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \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. \nEach 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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/171 \nDate: June 15\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/lesson-plan-writing-12/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lesson Plan Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T215702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T215702Z
UID:22919-1686643200-1686672000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Instructional Best Practices\, Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 1\nPrerequisite: Instructional Best Practices\, Day 1\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers\n\nThis 8-hour class is the first class in a 2 class series. You will only receive 1 ADE Credit once you attend all 8 hours of Instructional Best Practices Day 1 and all 8 hours of Instructional Best Practices Day 2. There is no homework for this class. \nThis course is Day 2 of 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 writing clear\, aligned\, and measurable objective(s)\, a variety of methods for structuring learning to meet objective(s)\, incorporation of active participation strategies\, developing a strong introduction to each lesson\, and closure to assess learning. These strategies will be woven and modeled throughout the entire course. \nThis course is excellent for every teacher! Ace your next evaluation! \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/169 \nDate: June 13\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/instructional-best-practices-day-2-5/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Best Practices
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20230608T181301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T181301Z
UID:23668-1686211200-1686243600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Students Through Professional Skills
DESCRIPTION:Level 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nThis course will explore the nine Professional Skills identified by the Arizona Department of Education in collaboration with industry. Participants will identify them\, use 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. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/338 – Registration opens July 1\, 2023 \nDates: Feb. 8\, 2024 \nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/empowering-students-through-professional-skills-8/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Empowering Students,Professional Skills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T215333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T215333Z
UID:22914-1685606400-1685635200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTSO New Advisor Training
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nManaging a CTE student organization (CTSO) can be rewarding but overwhelming!  This course is designed to provide you with the skills you need to do the job effectively\, and without pulling your hair out! In this hands-on workshop\, participants will cover event organization and management\, legal and ethical issues\, ADE requirements\, integrating CTSOs into the curriculum\, fundraising\, recognition events\, and more. You will have an opportunity to network with\, gain insights\, and share resources with fellow CTE Teachers. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/273 \nDate: June 1\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/ctso-new-advisor-training-16/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTSO New Advisor Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T215057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T215234Z
UID:22912-1685606400-1685635200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Laboratory Safety & Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 1\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nPlease bring your laptop or tablet to this class. \nThis class is designed to help participants develop a laboratory improvement plan including management\, clean-up procedures\, safety procedures\, and meeting monitoring agency mandates.  Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate their CTE labs and develop a management system for their CTE labs. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/168 \nDate: June 1\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/laboratory-safety-management-4/
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:20230530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T214737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T214737Z
UID:22908-1685433600-1685462400@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 8-hour class is the first class in a 2 class series. You will only receive 1 ADE Credit once you attend all 8 hours of Instructional Best Practices Day 1 and all 8 hours of Instructional Best Practices Day 2. There is no homework for this class. \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 writing clear\, aligned\, and measurable objective(s)\, a variety of methods for structuring learning to meet objective(s)\, incorporation of active participation strategies\, developing a strong introduction to each lesson\, and closure to assess learning. These strategies will be woven and modeled throughout the entire course. \nThis course is excellent for every teacher! Ace your next evaluation! \nAll participants who complete the IBP Day 1 class and whose district is a member of the Curriculum Consortium will receive password-protected access to the AZ CTE Curriculum Consortium with its bank of outstanding lesson plans and/or other valuable resources for CTE programs written by Arizona CTE teachers. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/166 \nDate: May 30\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/instructional-best-practices-day-1-6/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Best Practices
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230501T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T214401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T214446Z
UID:22905-1682956800-1682960400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep) - Online Class
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nSession Dates: May 1 – June 12\, 2023 \n\nLevel 2 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers who must sit for the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test.\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 this six-week period. A big benefit to asynchronous classes is\, of course\, the flexibility. \nAre you prepared to take AEPA Professional Knowledge Assessment for Secondary Education? This course provides an overview of standards and material covered on the exam.  Participants will engage in discussion and application activities in regard to student development and learning\, assessment\, instruction\, the learning environment\, and the professional environment to prepare for the assessment. \nParticipants will be required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Monday\, May 1 from 4-5pm. Participants must complete one section per week. The class will close on June 12 at midnight. \nCompletion certificate: 1 ADE credit (15 hours) \nLocation:\nOnline via Zoom \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/186 \nDate: May 1\, 2023 – required Zoom kick-off \nAsynchronous through June 12\, 2023. \nTime: 4 – 5 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/professional-knowledge-assessment-prep-course-pk-test-prep-online-class-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T212949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T212949Z
UID:22903-1680595200-1680624000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Work-Based Learning
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nThis course satisfies the ADE requirement for the Cooperative Education Endorsement. \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! \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn (1) ADE credit with the Cooperative Education Endorsement. \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/165 \nDate: April 4\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/work-based-learning-13/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Work-Based Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T212750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T212750Z
UID:22901-1679558400-1679587200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Lesson Plan Writing
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \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. \nEach 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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/164 \nDate: March 23\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/lesson-plan-writing-11/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lesson Plan Writing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T212603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T212603Z
UID:22899-1679385600-1679414400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Grading And Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 2\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/163 \nDate: March 21\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/grading-and-assessment-8/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grading and Assessment
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230313T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20231211T221157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T221232Z
UID:24620-1678694400-1678723200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Level 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nThis is a synchronous online class that will consist of two full-day online meetings. \n\nParticipants are required to be on camera and have a functioning microphone for the duration of all three online 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 both online meetings from 8 am-4 pm \n\nWednesday\, March 13\, 2024\nWednesday\, March 27\, 2024\n\nThis two-day course (15 hours) will be taught virtually and will model how the Foundations of Online Instruction should be delivered to students. Participants will experience each section of the course as a student. At the end of each section\, participants will be asked to design or modify a given lesson plan to reflect their learning for that section. The final assessment for participants will happen on day two. Each participant will teach the lesson plan they designed to their peers and will be evaluated by an instructor using the Online Instruction Checklist. \nThere is no homework for this class. Upon successful completion of BOTH Foundations Of Online Instruction classes\, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours\, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework. \nLocation: Online via Zoom \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/438 \nDate: March 13 & 27\, 2024 \nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nCost: $50
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/foundations-of-online-instruction/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foundations for Online Instruction
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T212205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T212205Z
UID:22896-1678348800-1678377600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Rubrics To Increase Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nCTE courses are performance-based. When teachers let students know exactly how their work will be evaluated\, the student’s level of performance always improves. Come and participate in a hands-on activity that uses a rubric\, determine where the rubric made a positive difference in your performance\, and then design a rubric for one of your own student projects with the help of West-MEC specialists. \nHave available an assignment for one of your student projects and your current grading criteria for that project to help get this practical day started. \nNOTE: There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/162 \nDate: March 9\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/rubrics-to-increase-student-success-4/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rubrics to Increase Student Success
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T212014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T212014Z
UID:22894-1678176000-1678204800@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Formative Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 4\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for advanced CTE teachers.\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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/161 \nDate: March 7\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/formative-assessment/
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:20230306T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T211803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T220940Z
UID:22892-1678118400-1678122000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep) - Online Class
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nSession Dates: March 6 – April 17\, 2023 \n\nLevel 2 CTE Class\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers who must sit for the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test.\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 this six-week period. A big benefit to asynchronous classes is\, of course\, the flexibility. \nAre you prepared to take AEPA Professional Knowledge Assessment for Secondary Education? This course provides an overview of standards and material covered on the exam.  Participants will engage in discussion and application activities in regard to student development and learning\, assessment\, instruction\, the learning environment\, and the professional environment to prepare for the assessment. \nParticipants will be required to attend a Zoom Kick-Off Meeting on Monday\, March 6 from 4-5 pm. Participants must complete one section per week. The class will close on April 17 at midnight. \nCompletion certificate: 1 ADE credit (15 hours) \nLocation:\nOnline via Zoom \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/185 \nDate: March 6\, 2023 – required Zoom kick-off \nAsynchronous through April 17\, 2023. \nTime: 4 – 5 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/professional-knowledge-assessment-prep-course-pk-test-prep-online-class-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Knowledge Assessment Course
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T211239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T211239Z
UID:22890-1677139200-1677168000@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:CTE Program Management
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \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\, and JTED funding. \nYou 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 of program assessments\, attracting and retaining non-traditional students\, and more. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/160 \nDate: February 23\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/cte-program-management-4/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTE Program Management
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T211103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T211103Z
UID:22888-1676966400-1676995200@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Serving Exceptional Students In CTE
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE educators.\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 workshop\, 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 that you acquire the tools you need to serve exceptional students enrolled in CTE courses more effectively. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/159 \nDate: February 21\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/serving-exceptional-students-in-cte-10/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Serving Exceptional Students in CTE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T210907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T210907Z
UID:22886-1676620800-1676649600@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Using Advisory Councils Effectively
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nLevel 3\nNo prerequisite\nThis class is designed for all CTE teachers.\n\nAn energetic and involved advisory council can have a significant impact in helping your program and students achieve their goals! This interactive course is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this course\, you will learn how to form a committee\, conduct useful advisory council meetings and use advisory council members for continuous program improvement. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/255 \nDate: February 17\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/using-advisory-councils-effectively-9/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Using Advisory Councils Effectively
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T211922
CREATED:20221130T210723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T210723Z
UID:22884-1675929600-1675958400@www.acteaz.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\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. \nNOTE:  There is homework associated with this class to earn 1 ADE credit (15 hours). \nLocation:\nSTART@West-MEC\n5405 N. 99th Ave\nGlendale\, AZ 85305 \nLink: https://pdcircle.west-mec.org/course/view/158 \nDate: February 9\, 2023 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nCost: $25
URL:https://www.acteaz.org/courses/strategic-planning-4/
LOCATION:START @ West-MEC – Glendale\, AZ\, 5405 N. 99th Avenue\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Strategic Planning
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