Course Description

This course is for any DCSD staff member who is interested in learning how to use WORLD BOOK ONLINE databases both as a student research tool and for developing lessons and activities. The deadline to complete this class is December 30, 2022.

• Type of Course: Online, Self-Paced 
• Lead Learners (Facilitators): Tracie King
• Credit(s) and Type: 2 Hours Relicensure | Staff Development

Target Audience

• Admin Pro-Tech
• Certified
• Classified
• Open to Substitute Teachers = Yes 
• Open to Student Teachers = Yes
• Open to Charter School Staff = Yes 
  • Charter Certified and Classified

Timeline Overview

• Start date of course content: September 1, 2022
• End date of course content: December 30, 2022
• Self paced in Canvas
• Additional training resources/materials available from World Book Online
• Optional virtual meeting dates: Please contact the DLMC at dlmc-questions@dcsdk12.org if you would like to set up a time to meet for more information and help using World Book Online.

Outcomes

After this course participants will be able to:

• Identify the target audiences and different features of each World Book resource in order to select the proper tools for their students.
• Utilize the different features in World Book to guide inquiry and create interactive learning activities.