Winter/spring courses for professional development credit:
Online Course (combination of synchronous and asynchronous)
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Mathematics as a Second Language (MSL) – 3 credits
This course fosters a deep understanding of the foundational themes of arithmetic and the connections among arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. A central focus of MSL is the role of language in developing conceptual understanding in both arithmetic and algebra. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive preferred consideration if they choose to apply to VMI’s master’s program, and the credits earned will transfer into the program.
Dates: synchronous classes will take place on the following Saturdays (9am – 1pm): Jan 17 and Apr 4 and the following Wednesdays (4pm – 7pm): Jan 28, Feb 11, Mar 4 & 18, Apr 5, 15, and 29. Asynchronous classes will occur between the Feb 11 and March 4 sessions, and again between the March 18 and April sessions. If you are interested in joining MSL online but can’t attend all of the scheduled times, please reach out to Susan Ojala ([email protected]) or Kathryn Delay ([email protected])Download the flyer for MSL online here or Click here to register for MSL online
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In-person on the VTSU Williston Campus (hotel accommodations are provided on Fridays at no additional cost for those commuting more than 45 minutes)
Dates: January 9-10, March 6-7, and April 10-11
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Number Theory – 2 or 3 credits
This course introduces teachers to number theory, exploring patterns and relationships among positive integers. Participants deepen their understanding of the base-ten system and investigate problem-solving opportunities across the K-12 curriculum rooted in Number Theory.
This course may be taken for 2 credits or 3 credits by opting into a one-credit classroom lab experience. For more information about the 1 credit add-on, contact Kathryn Delay ([email protected]). -
Essential Mathematics of the Elementary Grades – 3 credits
This course builds teacher knowledge about the ways in which students construct essential mathematical understanding of the major, overarching themes of multiplicative and fractional reasoning. Participants will explore the learning progressions associated with these critical mathematical ideas and understand the models and strategies students use to build a deep understanding of the associated concepts.Download the flyer for Number Theory and Essential Mathematics here or click here to register
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Tuition is $679 per credit.
Additional Professional Development opportunities:
Applications for the next Post-master’s Certificate of Graduate Study (CGS) are being accepted until January 5th. This 5-course series of Math Educational Leadership, will be offered across five semesters. The program may also be extended to a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) with an additional 6 credits.
Dates: Spring 2026 – Jan 23-24, Mar 20-21, Apr 17-18
Summer 2026 – June 22-26
Additional courses are anticipated to run Oct-Dec 2026, Jan-Apr 2027, and July 2027 (allowing participants to distribute credits across 3 academic years)
Click here for more information and application!
