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Courses
Basic Courses
Are you looking for quick (but still impactful) learning on a specific topic? Try our one (1) hour self-paced courses.
These online courses are FREE for IDEA Members or $10 for non-members.
Beginner’s Guide to Gamification: Building Engaging Classroom Games
Gamification isn’t just about points and badges—it’s about fostering motivation, connection, and deep learning. This foundational course guides educators through designing and implementing effective classroom games rooted in intrinsic motivation, relationship-building, and meaningful engagement. Participants will explore the psychology of play, craft engaging challenges, and develop strategies to integrate gamification seamlessly into their teaching. Educators will walk away with a structured plan to create their own interactive learning experience that keeps students motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn.
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Enroll Now!This is an online, 1 hour self-paced course.
Once enrollment is confirmed, you will receive an email from IDEA with detailed information to join the course’s Google Classroom. Within the course, you will find modules that must be moved through in sequential order. Once enrolled, participants will have XX days to complete the course.
Upon completion, participants will receive information to claim the 1 Professional Development Hour (PDH).
Pricing:
IDEA Members: Free (must be signed in to your membership account)
Non-Members: $10.00
Navigating the Ethics of AI in Education
Explore the critical ethical considerations of using AI in education. Understand how AI models are trained, what student data must remain private, and the environmental impact of AI usage. Gain actionable insights to ensure safe, responsible AI integration while empowering educators and protecting learners' privacy.
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Enroll Now!This is an online, 1 hour self-paced course.
Once enrollment is confirmed, you will receive an email from IDEA with detailed information to join the course’s Google Classroom. Within the course, you will find modules that must be moved through in sequential order. Once enrolled, participants will have XX days to complete the course.
Upon completion, participants will receive information to claim the 1 Professional Development Hour (PDH).
Pricing:
IDEA Members: Free (must be signed in to your membership account)
Non-Members: $10.00
Beginner’s Guide to Gamification: Building Engaging Classroom Games
Gamification isn’t just about points and badges—it’s about fostering motivation, connection, and deep learning. This foundational course guides educators through designing and implementing effective classroom games rooted in intrinsic motivation, relationship-building, and meaningful engagement. Participants will explore the psychology of play, craft engaging challenges, and develop strategies to integrate gamification seamlessly into their teaching. Educators will walk away with a structured plan to create their own interactive learning experience that keeps students motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn.
Learn More
Enroll Now!This is an online, 1 hour self-paced course.
Once enrollment is confirmed, you will receive an email from IDEA with detailed information to join the course’s Google Classroom. Within the course, you will find modules that must be moved through in sequential order. Once enrolled, participants will have XX days to complete the course.
Upon completion, participants will receive information to claim the 1 Professional Development Hour (PDH).
Pricing:
IDEA Members: Free (must be signed in to your membership account)
Non-Members: $10.00
Deep Dive Courses
Are you looking to take a deeper dive into a relevant topic? These courses are between two to three hours each.
These online courses are just $29 for IDEA Members or $39 for non-members.
