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Graduate-Level Semester Credit
- Pay only $62 per semester credit.
- Registration available year round.
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Graduate-Level Semester Units/Credits
University of the Pacific is pleased to offer graduate-level semester units of credit for completing coursework with The Comprehensible Classroom. Dedicated in assisting educators and teachers across the nation, our professional development course options are designed to be practical, meaningful, and affordable. At only $62 per semester credit, opportunities are available to all current (ongoing) and previous participants of credit-approved workshops from The Comprehensible Classroom.
Participating in a professional development opportunity with The Comprehensible Classroom and University of the Pacific will provide you with a convenient and cost-effective way of earning credit within a timeframe that works best for your schedule.
Coursework Requirements
The Comprehensible Classroom offers a variety of professional development opportunities that each uniquely consist of different experiences, expectations and practicum requirements for the awarding of graduate-level credit through University of the Pacific, Benerd College.
Practicum Requirements
Upon successful completion of a credit-approved training with The Comprehensible Classroom, you will be instructed to invest time reflecting on your learnings, research and relevant readings. As a student, your course practicum requirements will consist of (a) developing a time log that documents the time and hours that you invested into completing your course requirements and (b) writing a reflection paper demonstrating your gained professional development with The Comprehensible Classroom experience. The specific requirements concerning your time log are based on how many credits you decide to register for your course. Each credit registered will require 15 hours of documented participation listed on your time log. Additional instructions and detailed requirements for your course will be emailed to you upon registration.
1 credit = 15 hours
2 credits = 30 hours
3 credits = 45 hours
Whether you spend time brainstorming, researching, reading, typing, writing, watching educational videos and films for ideas, constructing visuals, or putting together new curriculum and rubrics, you are able to document all the professional time you have invested in applying The Comprehensible Classroom learnings and concepts into your classroom and teaching.
Specifically designed for busy teachers like you, you will get up to 6 months to submit coursework requirements, and extensions are always granted upon request. Opportunities are available across all teaching grade levels, disciplines, and subjects or topics. The overall course objective is aimed at implementing the best practices of education while meeting educational standards set by your school district or state.
Grades & Transcripts
An Official Transcript with your final course grade(s) is available from Pacific upon successful completion of course requirements. The course ending date that will appear on your transcript will reflect the date your completed course was reviewed and graded. Completed courses are letter graded and will appear on an Official Transcript from University of the Pacific – Benerd College.
About the Credits & Pacific
The credits offered are post-baccalaureate, graded, graduate-level semester units of credit, provided directly through the University of the Pacific – Benerd College. They are specifically designed to meet the needs of educators for salary advancement and re-certification. The credits are acceptable where local districts approve and applicable to state licensing where authorized. We always encourage that you check with your employer for acceptability of these credits. Course participants are responsible to determine acceptability of these credits for their intended use. Each graduate-level semester credit/unit is equivalent to 15 hours of academic involvement.
University of the Pacific, established in 1851, is California’s oldest private chartered university and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
In-Person 2 Day Training: Teach & Assess for Acquisition
Develop and implement strategies from The Comprehensible Classroom into your classroom or program setting.
Complete the In-Person 2 Day Training: Teach for Acquisition and Assess for Acquisition
Complete a Time Log: Create a PDF or Word document including a self-created time log documenting the time you spend creating curriculum, activities, projects, strategies, or techniques inspired by your In-Person 2 Day Training. Creating your own log gives you the freedom of documenting all the time and effort you have dedicated to completing your coursework requirements. Your log must be specific and include dates and accomplishments. For each Graduate-Level Unit, document 15 hours of involvement. All your coursework participation must be away from professionally paid hours. Be sure and document the time you spent working on the workbook and reflection questions. You can also document time that you spend reading and posting in the community forums.
Whether you spend time brainstorming new ideas, creating new curriculum, researching, reading, typing your reports, reviewing The Comprehensible materials/resources, or composing notes during the course sessions, you are able to document all the professional time that you have invested enhancing your professional development with The Comprehensible Classroom.
Complete a Reflection Paper: For each graduate-level unit, type a 3-page, single-spaced narrative report summarizing your overall experience of creating and/or developing new ideas inspired your professional development experience. You may modify, change, or adapt any ideas to meet your professional needs. The culminating goal of this report is to demonstrate how your 2 Day Training empowered your professional development. Use the workbook activities and reflections to frame this paper.
1 unit = 3 pages (15 hours)
2 units = 6 pages (30 hours)
Email your coursework: Coursework can be submitted up to 6 months from the date you register, and extensions are always granted upon request. You may also submit your coursework earlier if needed. The true course ending date that will appear on your transcript will reflect the date your coursework was received and graded. Email your completed coursework as an attachment to: coursework@teacherfriendly.com. Please include in the subject line “Comprehensible Classroom – Coursework Submission.”
Credit Requirements
1 credit = 3-page reflection paper
2 credit = 6-page reflection paper
Completely designed for busy teachers like you, you have up to 6 months to submit your coursework requirements, and extensions are always granted upon request.
*Additional course guidelines, formatting requirements, and information will be provided upon course enrollment.
SOMOS Challenge
SOMOS Challenge is a self-paced course intended for teachers who are new to using the SOMOS, Nous Somme, or Sumus curricula. The course will help teachers understand core components, key mindsets, and the foundational ideas of Second Language Acquisition that inform the curricula. The format of the class includes a blend of video instruction with topical reading and self-reflection. Participants will be given some required videos/articles and will be asked to choose some readings/videos from a selection to allow them to personalize their learning.
Credit Requirements (One Graduate-Level Credit)
- Watch all required videos and read all the required articles.
- Complete a short reflection for each resource.
- Submit reflection form and course evaluation for a certificate of completion.
- Upon earning your certificate of completion, simply email your certificate of completion to “info@teacherfriendly.com” to validate your course participation and to be graded.
*Click on the link to be guided through the course materials and to access the submission form for course completion: https://bit.ly/SummerSOMOSChallenge
Course Objectives
- Participants will understand the components of the SOMOS (Nous Sommes, Sumus) curriculum and know where to find resources to learn more.
- Participants will understand how to best apply the curriculum in their unique teaching context.
- Participants will be introduced to key mindsets and Second Language Acquisition theory in order to understand the pedagogy behind the curriculum.
- Participants will reflect on their classroom practice and their alignment with second language research and best practices.
- Participants will leave with an overview of assessment and grading in SOMOS (Nous Sommes, Sumus) and know where to access resources for meeting school expectations in their unique contexts.
Acquisition Boot Camp (ABC) - 2023
Develop and implement strategies from The Comprehensible Classroom into your classroom or program setting.
Complete The Comprehensible Classroom Acquisition Boot Camp: Watch all videos (20 pre-recorded, 4 live sessions).
Complete a Time Log: Create a PDF or Word document including a self-created time log documenting the time you spend creating curriculum, activities, projects, strategies, or techniques inspired by Acquisition Boot Camp. Creating your own log gives you the freedom of documenting all the time and effort you have dedicated to completing your coursework requirements. Your log must be specific and include dates and accomplishments. For each Graduate-Level Unit, document 15 hours of involvement. All your coursework participation must be away from professionally paid hours. Be sure and document the time you spent working on the workbook and reflection questions. You can also document time that you spend reading and posting in the community forums.
Whether you spend time brainstorming new ideas, creating new curriculum, researching, reading, typing your reports, reviewing The Comprehensible materials/resources, or composing notes during the course sessions, you are able to document all the professional time that you have invested enhancing your professional development with The Comprehensible Classroom.
Complete a Reflection Paper: For each graduate-level unit, type a 3-page, single-spaced narrative report summarizing your overall experience of creating and/or developing new ideas inspired your professional development experience. You may modify, change, or adapt any ideas to meet your professional needs. The culminating goal of this report is to demonstrate how Acquisition Boot Camp empowered your professional development. Use the workbook activities and reflections to frame this paper.
1 unit = 3 pages (15 hours)
2 units = 6 pages (30 hours)
Email your coursework: Coursework can be submitted up to 6 months from the date you register, and extensions are always granted upon request. You may also submit your coursework earlier if needed. The true course ending date that will appear on your transcript will reflect the date your coursework was received and graded. Email your completed coursework as an attachment to: coursework@teacherfriendly.com. Please include in the subject line “Comprehensible Classroom – Coursework Submission.”
Credit Requirements
1 credit = 3-page reflection paper
2 credit = 6-page reflection paper
Completely designed for busy teachers like you, you have up to 6 months to submit your coursework requirements, and extensions are always granted upon request.
*Additional course guidelines, formatting requirements, and information will be provided upon course enrollment.
Grades & Transcripts
An Official Transcript with your final course grade(s) is available from Pacific upon successful completion of coursework. The course ending date that will appear on your transcript will reflect the date your completed coursework was reviewed and graded. Within 3-4 weeks of submitting your coursework requirements, you will be mailed an unofficial transcript with your official course grades (at no charge) to your mailing address.
Completed courses are letter graded and will appear on an Official Transcript from University of the Pacific, Benerd College.
About the Credits & Pacific
The credits offered are post-baccalaureate, graded, graduate-level semester units of credit, provided directly through the University of the Pacific, Benerd College. They are specifically designed to meet the needs of educators for salary advancement and re-certification. The credits are acceptable where local districts approve and applicable to state licensing where authorized. We always encourage that you check with your employer for acceptability of these credits. Course participants are responsible to determine acceptability of these credits for their intended use. Each graduate-level semester credit/unit is equivalent to 15 hours of academic involvement.
University of the Pacific, established in 1851, is California’s oldest private chartered university and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
- Only $62 per semester credit.
- Graduate-Level Semester Units/Credits.
- Registration is available year round.
- Earn an Official Transcript from University of the Pacific - Benerd College
- University of the Pacific, Benerd College
For over 4 years, University of the Pacific-Benerd College has partnered with The Comprehensible Classroom to provide graduate-level semester credit to educators, administrators, counselors, and teachers across the nation.
UOP Benefits:
- Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
- Accredited by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
- Provides an official transcript, upon course completion, ready to submit to your district or state department of education.
- Nationally recognized by school districts and state departments of education as a leading provider in professional development and higher education.
How It Works:
Complete a credit-approved professional development experience with The Comprehensible Classroom.
Please note: Comprehensible Classroom fees are paid separately from the university credit tuition fee. Pay only $62 per semester credit to University of the Pacific.
Register for Graduate-Level Credit with University of the Pacific - Benerd College.
After completion of your training/program, register for the corresponding UOP course and submit coursework requirements based on what you learned. Simply invest time reflecting on your learnings, research, and relevant readings. You will be required to submit a reflection paper and a time log documenting the time and hours that you invested into completing your course requirements. The specific time log requirements are based on how many credits you decide to register for your course. Each credit registered will require 15 hours of participation documented on your time log.
Earn Graduate-Level Credit on an Official Transcript from University of the Pacific - Benerd College.
After your documentation has been reviewed and approved, your course grades will be posted at University of the Pacific - Benerd College.
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Course Title | Course Number | Credits | Tuition Fee | Enrollment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
In Person 2 Day Training: Teach for Acquisition and Assess for Acquisition | EDUP 9411 | 1-2 | $62 / per credit | |
SOMOS Challenge | EDUP 9399 | 1 | $62 / per credit | |
Acquisition Boot Camp 2023 | EDUP 9478 | 1-2 | $62 / per credit |
Course Title | Course Number | Credits | Tuition | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Acquisition Academy 3 Day In-person Workshop | EDUP 9531 | 1-3 | $62/credit | |
Acquisition Academy Beyond the Basics Two-day Training | EDUP 9532 | 1-2 | $62/credit | |
In Person 2 Day Training: Teach for Acquisition and Assess for Acquisition | EDUP 9411 | 1-2 | $62/credit | |
SOMOS Challenge | EDUP 9399 | 1 | $62/credit | |
Acquisition Boot Camp 2024 | EDUP 9658 | 1-2 | $62/credit |
Frequently Asked Questions
Online: click on “REGISTER NOW“ and select your desired course title(s). At checkout, you will be required to pay with credit card.
The Comprehensible Classroom offers a variety of professional development opportunities that each uniquely consist of different experiences, expectations and practicum requirements for the awarding of graduate-level credit through University of the Pacific, Benerd College.
Practicum Requirements
Upon successful completion of a credit-approved training with The Comprehensible Classroom, you will be instructed to invest time reflecting on your learnings, research and relevant readings. As a student, your course practicum requirements will consist of developing a time log that documents the time and hours that you invested into completing your course requirements, in addition to writing a reflection paper demonstrating your gained professional development with The Comprehensible Classroom. The specific requirements concerning your time log are based on how many credits you decide to register for your course. Each credit registered will require 15 hours of participation listed on your time log. Additional instructions and detailed requirements for your course will be emailed to you upon registration.
1 credit = 15 hours
2 credits = 30 hours
3 credits = 45 hours
Whether you spend time brainstorming, researching, reading, typing, writing, watching educational videos and films for ideas, constructing visuals, or putting together new curriculum and rubrics, you are able to document all the professional time you have invested in applying The Comprehensible Classroom learnings and concepts into your classroom and teaching.
Specifically designed for busy teachers like you, you will get up to 6 months to submit coursework requirements, and extensions are always granted upon request. Opportunities are available across all teaching grade levels, disciplines, and subjects or topics. The overall course objective is aimed at implementing the best practices of education while meeting educational standards set by your school district or state.
Your coursework can be submitted up to 6 months after registering, and extensions are always granted upon request. You may also submit your coursework earlier if needed. The true course ending date that will appear on your transcript will reflect the date your coursework was received.
UOP’s continuing education course credits / units are acceptable where local districts approve and are applicable to state licensing or salary advancement where authorized. All students are responsible for determining the acceptability of these credits for their intended use.
The University of the Pacific is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Established in 1851, it is the oldest private chartered university in the state of California.
The credits/units offered are post-baccalaureate, graded, graduate level semester credits that are not part of a degree program at University of the Pacific but instead are used for professional growth such as salary advancement and re-certification.
Yes. You can register at any time once you have completed a workshop, webinar, or in-person professional program session.
Although we know the value in having a live classroom setting handy, you do not need a classroom to take this course. You will simply develop a plan of action describing how you will implement the strategies that you have learned.
Once your payment has been processed, there are no refunds. We always advise for educators to verify that their district will accept the credits prior to enrollment.