Certified Course

Module 1: Understanding CTE

• Define career and technical education (CTE) and explain its role in preparing students for college and career pathways.
• Summarize the purpose and key components of Perkins V, including how it shapes CTE programs and supports student success.
• Identify the characteristics of a high-quality CTE program, including alignment with industry standards, equity, and student outcomes.
• Describe the federally recognized special populations in CTE and explain why equitable access and support are critical for these groups.
• Analyze the structure and key features of CTE in Michigan, and reflect on how building a network of support strengthens CTE implementation at the local level.

Module 2: Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning

• Describe the initial steps in developing curriculum for information technology, including how to assess student needs and set clear goals.
• Write clear, measurable learning objectives aligned to academic standards and technical skills required in information technology.
• Align lessons and activities in information technology with industry standards, certifications, and workforce expectations.
• Design an engaging and effective first-day lesson plan for students in information technology, establishing classroom culture and expectations.
• Reflect on your instructional strategies in information technology to improve student engagement, accessibility, and learning outcomes.

Module 3: Communication and Assessment

• Understand how to create a clear, student-friendly syllabus for an information technology course that communicates expectations, safety procedures, and grading practices.
• Explain the importance of safety protocols and proper use of equipment specific to information technology, and outline how to teach and enforce them.
• Use data and grading tools to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions in the information technology classroom.
• Apply formative assessment methods to gather real-time feedback and adjust teaching strategies in information technology.
• Implement inclusive communication and teaching practices that support diverse learners in information technology CTE courses.

Module 4: Developing a High-Quality CTE Program

• Explain the role of work-based learning in preparing students for careers in information technology, and identify strategies to incorporate it into your program.
• Identify effective ways to connect information technology students to industry professionals, worksite experiences, and mentorship opportunities.
• Describe how dual enrollment can enhance information technology instruction and provide advanced learning opportunities for students.
• Define industry-recognized credentials (IRCs) and integrate them into the information technology curriculum to increase student employability.
• Identify high-impact professional development opportunities that support continuous growth for information technology CTE educators.