Children do not leave culture, identity, trauma, or lived experience at the classroom door. Understanding Trauma, Culture and Connection in First Nations Education helps educators explore how intergenerational trauma, emotional safety, communication, belonging, and cultural understanding influence learning, behaviour, and connection within classrooms. Through First Nations perspectives, storytelling, reflection, and practical teaching insight, this course encourages educators to move beyond surface-level awareness and develop deeper understanding of how emotionally safe, culturally responsive classrooms support stronger engagement, trust, wellbeing, and learning outcomes for First Nations students.
- Teacher: Donna Hensen
Teaching online is more than transferring content—it requires strategies that engage, include, and inspire learners. Strategies for Developing Online Teaching equips you with practical tools to create positive digital classrooms, from adopting a growth mindset and embracing diversity to building supportive cultures where students thrive. You will learn how to communicate effectively, design inclusive learning environments, and use active learning techniques with tools like Zoom to make sessions interactive and memorable. This course helps you move from delivering content to delivering meaningful online learning experiences.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Great presentations do more than share information—they inspire, connect, and transform the learning experience. Energise Your Teaching with Compelling Presentations gives you the tools to plan, design, and deliver presentations that truly engage. You will learn from world-class speakers, discover how to use visual aids effectively, and develop the confidence to present with clarity both in person and online. This course ensures your teaching delivery is powerful, professional, and unforgettable.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Education is evolving, and the future belongs to those who can teach across both physical and digital spaces. Hybrid Teaching for the Future Educator shows you how to design and deliver programs that combine the strengths of face-to-face learning with the flexibility of online delivery. You will explore the five pillars of hybrid learning, step through the stages of planning and facilitation, and discover how to create inclusive, engaging, and effective hybrid classrooms. This course equips you with the skills to embrace the future of education and meet the needs of diverse learners with confidence.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Great educators never stop learning. The Reflective Educator Online shows you how to use reflective practice to continually improve your teaching and enhance student outcomes in the digital classroom. You will explore proven models of reflection, apply transformative learning principles, and build habits that strengthen self-awareness and professional growth. This course equips you with the tools to adapt, innovate, and grow—ensuring your online teaching remains impactful and inspiring.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Every great lesson deserves a powerful ending. The Art of Closure in Online Learning shows you how to design and deliver conclusions that reinforce key learning, create personal connections, and leave a lasting impact on your students. You will explore strategies to measure learning, guide reflection, thank participants, and gather feedback that improves both teaching and outcomes. This course ensures you finish every online session with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Keeping students engaged online is both the greatest challenge and the greatest opportunity for educators. Student Engagement Strategies for Online Teaching equips you with practical tools and proven models to build motivation, connection, and participation in the digital classroom. You will learn how to apply the 5E Instructional Model, use diverse teaching strategies, and design interactive sessions that bring your content to life. This course ensures your online teaching goes beyond delivering information—creating experiences that inspire, involve, and truly engage your students.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Starting your journey into online teaching can feel overwhelming—but it does not need to. The Digital Classroom Kickstart gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to begin delivering professional, engaging, and student-focused sessions online. From building the right mindset and understanding your learners to planning lessons, using slides effectively, and managing technology, this course equips you with everything you need to get started. Step into the digital classroom prepared, confident, and ready to teach with impact.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Teaching in the online age requires more than technology—it requires connection. Connected Classrooms: Teaching for the Online Age gives you the tools to adapt your practice, design engaging sessions, and build strong learning communities online. You will discover strategies to keep students motivated, apply interactive teaching methods, and use digital tools with confidence. This course equips you to create connected, inclusive, and inspiring classrooms that thrive in today’s digital world.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Program Design for the Digital Classroom equips you with the knowledge and tools to create online learning experiences that are purposeful, engaging, and effective. Teaching in the digital environment requires more than simply transferring face-to-face content online—it requires careful planning, structured design, and consideration of the learner experience from start to finish.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Creating a sense of belonging is just as important online as it is in the classroom. The Digital Campus: Building Student Connections gives you practical tools to establish trust, foster interaction, and create a supportive online learning community. You will learn how to strengthen social, cognitive, and teaching presence, set a positive class culture, and engage students so they feel connected, motivated, and ready to succeed beyond the screen.
- Teacher: Leah Shmerling
Learn how to record professional, engaging, and effective training videos with confidence. This course shows you how to plan and structure your content, set up lighting and sound, speak naturally on camera, and use simple editing tools for a polished finish. You will discover why shorter, focused videos work best, how to repurpose webinars effectively, and ways to enhance accessibility with subtitles and transcripts—all with practical tips from experienced trainers at The Answer is Yes Academy.
- Teacher: Corrina Lindby (Business Consultant)