On Site Graduate Classes for
Adams State College Graduate Credit
Through June 2011
Sign Up Now - Catch The Early Bird Discount 3 Semester Hours $420 3 weeks prior to start date
3 Semester Hours for $435 less than 3 weeks 2 Semester Hours $320 3 weeks prior to start date
2 Semester Hours for $335 less than 3 weeks.
Includes materials fee.
WEEKEND-DAY HOURS Sat Sun 8:30am - 5pm EVENING HOURS Tues Wed Thurs 5pm - 9pm
Team Building In Motion - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Combine Team Building exercises with Higher Level Thinking Skills. This active learning environment presents a fresh approach to problem solving, consensus, group decision making and more. February 4 Weekend -Day
Professor: Tim Taylor Hampton Inn Suites 4150 E. Kentucky Ave. - Cherry Creek (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, January 13) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Classrooms That Learn - Ed. 589 3 Credits
What is it about some classrooms that make them such powerful places for learning? Use best-practices research to uncover the 'science of the art' of teaching. February 11 Weekend -Day
Professor: Sid Rundle Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, January 20) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Survive Or Thrive - Ed. 589 3 Credits
This course is meant to allow teachers an opportunity to evaluate their pedagogical practices – from effective use of teaching techniques to assessment practices – and learn how to make learning environments a place where students and teachers can thrive rather than just survive. February 18 Weekend -Day
Professor: Mark Wakefield Hampton Inn Suites 4150 E. Kentucky Ave. - Cherry Creek (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, January 27) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Getting The Goods: Nonfiction - Ed. 589 3 Credits
The majority of what is printed and published is nonfiction. Examine specific structure and thinking strategies required to understand nonfiction and then apply that knowledge to your own nonfiction. Teach your students to read, comprehend and then write nonfiction. February 25 Weekend -Day
Professor: Bruce Morgan Hampton Inn Suites 4150 E. Kentucky Ave. - Cherry Creek (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, February 3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
How To Uncover Your Strengths - Ed. 589 2 Credits
Learn to use your strengths to create a foundation for success. Apply practical strategies to make your "impossible dreams" reachable and real. February 28 Evening
Professor: Diane Morrison Hampton Inn Suites 4150 E. Kentucky Ave. - Cherry Creek (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Monday, February 6) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Beyond Words: The Power Of The Picture Book - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Picture books are for EVERY student and EVERY classroom! Explore over 100 titles, including collections, poetry, author sets, and electronic books. Learn literacy, science, and social studies applications to meet the needs of diverse students. March 3 Weekend - Day
Professor: Kiley Eberly Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, February 10) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Learning To Write With Focused Intent - Ed. 589 2 Credits
Learn how to use writing to: trigger the brain to attention, break through learning blocks, put goals into action, achieve success. Daily writing practice is the key to uncovering your life's purpose. Here's to your amazing journey! March 6 Evening
Professor: Diane Morrison Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Monday, February 13) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sign Up Now - Catch The Early Bird Discount 3 Semester Hours $430 3 weeks prior to start date
3 Semester Hours for $445 less than 3 weeks 2 Semester Hours $330 3 weeks prior to start date
2 Semester Hours for $345 less than 3 weeks.
Includes materials fee.
WEEKEND-DAY HOURS Sat Sun 8:30am - 5pm EVENING HOURS Tues Wed Thurs 5pm - 9pm
Why We Communicate The Way We Do Ed. 589 3 Credits The ancient personality study, the Enneagram, offers fascinating insights into personality. Each of us falls into one of nine distinct types that govern our thought, emotion, and behavior patterns. Come find out how you can use the Enneagram to significantly impact your personal and professional relationships. March 10 Weekend-Day Professor: Diane Morrison Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, February 17) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Raging Intellects: What's So Critical About Thinking
Ed. 589 3 Credits
Learn critical thinking techniques to give students the skills to think powerfully about ideas, to learn to critique as well as to support others' thinking. March 17 Weekend-Day Professor: Sid Rundle Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, February 24) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Classroom Without Walls - Ed. 589 2 Credits
Come and learn how you can integrate virtual field trips, simulation activities and student travel back into the classroom while creating a critical learning environment without breaking the bank. Walk away with strategies you can immediately apply to your classroom. March 20 Evening
Professor: Clark Wilhelm Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Monday, February 27) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Getting Literacy Together - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Are you frustrated? Need more time to integrate reading and writing in the classroom? Get it together with Bruce Morgan author of "Writing In The Tween Years." March 24 Weekend-Day
Professor: Bruce Morgan Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, March 2) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hot Attitudes, Cool Solutions - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Conflict is everywhere. Get practical advice for approaching tense situations and ultimately creating win-win situations. Reduce your anxiety when approaching coworkers, parents, significant other and even students. Leave this class with techniques you will want to implement immediately. April 14 Weekend-Day
Professor: Clark Wilhelm Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, March 23) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Boys, Literacy And Learning - Ed. 589 3 Credits
The achievement gap between boys and girls continues to widen! Use the Essential Elements of reading/writing process to create a classroom that will impact literacy instruction in males. April 21 Weekend-Day
Professor: Bruce Morgan Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, March 30) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Writing It Down Makes Things Happen
Ed. 589 2 Credits
If you know what you want you can have it! This dynamic course combines goal setting, writing, and relationship building. Get down to earth tips on setting your intentions, focusing on outcome, and achieving your dreams! April 24 Evening
Professor: Diane Morrison Hampton Inn Suites 4150 E. Kentucky Ave. - Cherry Creek (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Monday, April 2) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Thinking In Motion - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Brain research suggests that active learning increases academic performance. Learn strategies that mesh movement and exercises with the subject you teach. Keeping the body in mind keeps the brain in mind! April 28 Weekend-Day
Professor: Tim Taylor Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, April 6) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Picture Books - More Than Child's Play -
Ed. 589 3 Credits
Use picture books to capture student interest, model core literacy skills, and value diversity. Explore the extensive K-12 literature library and highlight applications for all classrooms. May 5 Weekend-Day
Professor: Kiley Eberly Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows (Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, April 13) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Team Building In Motion - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Combine Team Building exercises with Higher Level Thinking Skills. This active learning environment presents a fresh approach to problem solving, consensus, group decision making and more. May 19 Weekend-Day
Professor: Tim Taylor Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, April 27) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Engaging The 21st Century Learner -
Ed. 589 3 Credits NEW
Learn how to connect the digital generation with the 4 "C's" of 21 Century Learning (Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking). June 2 Weekend-Day
Professor: Mark Wakefield Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, May 11) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Active Learning - Ed. 589 2 Credits NEW
How can you help students become more successful? Try incorporating active learning into your classroom! Explore a wide variety of activities focused on the effective utilization of cross lateral movement. By utilizing cross lateral movement activities the brain connects body parts from opposite quadrants. This connection develops higher order thinking skills and deductive reasoning. June 5 Evening
Professor: Tim Taylor Hampton Inn Suites 4150 E. Kentucky Ave. - Cherry Creek(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Monday, May 14) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Opening Doors For Struggling Readers -
Ed. 589 3 Credits
This course is for those students k-12 who read it but just don't
get it. Leave this class with new ideas to implement immediately! June 9 Weekend-Day
Instructor: Leslie Leyden-OBreza Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, May 18) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Getting The Goods: Nonfiction - Ed. 589 3 Credits
The majority of what is printed and published is nonfiction. Examine specific structure and thinking strategies required to understand nonfiction and then apply that knowledge to your own nonfiction. Teach your students to read, comprehend and then write nonfiction. June 16 Weekend-Day
Professor: Bruce Morgan Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, May 25) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Creating Classroom Climates For The Whole Child -
Ed. 589 3 Credits
In an age of high stakes testing compelling research reveals another emphasis. There is a need for classroom learning that is characterized by rich relationships, emotional competence, student efficacy, and other aspects of being human. June 23 Weekend-Day
Professor: Sid Rundle Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, June 1) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Empowering Reluctant Writers - Ed. 589 3 Credits
Ignite even the most resistant writers and increase classroom cohesion. Learn and implement valuable K-12 strategies. All students should feel like they have something to say. June 30 Weekend-Day
Professor: Kiley Eberly Marriott Courtyard 8320 S Valley Highway Rd- Park Meadows(Directions below) (Early Bird Discount for this class must be paid by
Friday, June 8) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you would like to sign up for classes go to Registration.
For questions and any other information call 303-722-0472 or
Easy access to our convenient locations
CHERRY CREEK LOCATION: HAMPTON INN SUITES - 4150 E Kentucky Ave.
Take I-25, Exit at Colorado Blvd. Go North 1 mi.,
Turn right/East at Kentucky Ave/Just before Whole Foods,
The Hotel is on the right.
SOUTH LOCATION: EMBASSY SUITES - 7525 E. Hampden Ave.
Take I-25, Exit at Hampden Ave., Go East 3/4 mi.,
Hotel is on North side, Turn left at 7500 E Hampden,
hotel is up on the left.
