Professional Learning for Schools
Connecting the dots between modern learning environments and best practices in teaching and learning. Read on for details about on-demand, virtual and in-person learning options.
On Demand Courses On thinkfic.com
These 30-minute professional learning modules are designed to provide educators with practical tools and information that transforms learning spaces. Click on the videos below for a quick introduction to the modules. The full programs are hosted in the Artcobell Learning Academy on Thinkific.com.
Introducing the Learning Academy
Patricia Cadigan, M. Ed, ALEP, and Vice President, Learning Environments, introduces the Artcobell Learning Academy.
Define Your Why
In "Define Your Why", Patricia Cadigan, M. Ed., ALEP, helps students connect teaching and learning, and learning environments by examining our vision of student success.
Design Matters, parts 1 and 2
Virtual Presentations
Presented live via a virtual platform by Vice President Learning Environments Patricia Cadigan, M. Ed., ALEP.
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Define Your Why: Vision
Envision your learning spaces by establishing how environmental influences impact learning.- Review current research on the importance of classroom design and the impact on student achievement
- Unpack your vision for teaching and learning by evaluating the systems of how, when, what, and where your students learn
- Connect the dots to design the ultimate learning environments
Design Matters
Understand elements of design that impact student engagement and classroom functionality.
- Review current research in relation to classroom design and the impact on student achievement and engagement
- Collaborate in teams to design classrooms to match the learning objectives and activities
- Explore examples of various instructional strategies, blended learning, focus instruction, and station rotation to incorporate with flexible furniture
Connect the Dots: Planning for Today, Preparing for Tomorrow
Experience solutions for teaching and learning with a live, virtual tour of the Artcobell showroom.
- Plan for today and prepare for tomorrow's classroom needs
- Dive into multi-functional classroom layouts and research-based concepts needed for your community of learners
- Learn how Artcobell products can help create the learning environments you need to connect the dots between teaching and learning
Flexible Learning Needs Flexible Furniture
Explore 21st-century teaching and learning strategies and apply furniture solutions.
- Review current research in relation to classroom design and the impact on student achievement and engagement
- Overview concepts like flexible seating, collaborative worksurfaces, and mobile furniture
- Create environments that are safe and secure and provide students voice and choice
Take a Tour: Innovative Spaces
“Walk” through some of the most innovative, modern classrooms in 3-D
- Explore how classroom furniture can support collaborative, individual, and project-based learning
- Evaluate furniture layouts to support teaching and learning strategies
- Learning centers within the classroom to differentiate learning activities
- Flexible seating allows student choice and promotes comfort
- Classroom furnishings support technology
Meet Patricia Cadigan, M. Ed., ALEP
Artcobell’s Vice President of Learning Environments
Customized coaching to meet your vision for teaching and learning
Planning | Connecting the dots between your vision for teaching, learning, and learning environments
Post-Occupancy | Ensuring the success of your new furniture investment
In-person (Certification Hours):
- Hands-on collaborative workshops (3-4 hours)
- Data-driven / Evidence / Research-based
- Small group (35 or less) or Trainer of Trainer model
Virtual (Certification Hours):
- Guided by a facilitator, workshops conducted live on a virtual platform
- Need flexibility, outline virtual modules for professional development on your time
These services are available to districts who are currently using Artcobell furniture or plan to use it on a school project. Workshops must be scheduled through your local Artcobell dealer. To find out which dealer represents your area, visit How to Buy.