Capella University Professional Development

Powered by Sophia, Capella University's 17+ Professional Development courses help advance your skills and your career. Covering topics from course design and instructional technology to adaptive learning and leadership, these courses are free.

Powered by Sophia, Capella University's 20+ Professional Development courses help advance your skills and your career. Covering topics from course design and instructional technology to adaptive learning and leadership, these courses are free.

Courses

Professional Development Course		Rating
Implementing and Enhancing Course Design
	Designing Instruction for Adaptive Learning	159
	Implementing Adaptive Learning	259
	Personalized Instruction	293
	Personalized Learning through Gaming	266
	Understanding Competency-Based Curriculum	130
	Understanding Competency-Based Instruction	152
Setting Up a Modern Classroom
	21st Century Instructional Practices	306
	Classroom Device Management	284
	Classroom Instruction using an LMS	119
	Designing for the 21st Century Classroom	531
	Digital Citizenship	607
	Enhancing Instruction with Technology	403
	Flipping Your Classroom	514
	Standards-Based Digital Instruction	193
Other Courses
	Adult Learning Theory	200
	Instructional Coaching	210
	Teacher Evaluation and Assessment	92

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