MindTap for Educators Training Course

The more you know about the tools you use to teach, like MindTap,the more confidence you’ll have in the classroom and the more your students will remain inspired and engaged.
Important Message
Welcome Message
How to Use this Course
Before You Begin
Learning Objectives
Course Workbook
Who Do You Call Quick Reference Sheet
Educator First Day Of Class MindTap Checklist
Student MindTap Apps Matching Activity
Student Registration
Instructor User Guides
Overview
Lesson Preparation Overview
Lesson Preparation
Curriculum Using Print Resources
Curriculum Using Print Resources
Identify Milady Resources
Identify Milady Resources
Allocate Time to Prepare
Allocate Time to Prepare
Try It Out!
Try It Out!
Practice Makes Perfect
Recap of Lesson 1
Lesson 1 Quiz
Overview
Orientation Day
Preparing for Orientation
Preparing for Orientation
Educator First Day Checklist
Educator First Day Checklist
Practice Makes Perfect
Student Registration
Student Registration Resources
Getting Students Registered
Getting Students Registered
Practice Makes Perfect
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation
Practice Makes Perfect
How to Download the eBook
Downloading the eBook
Setting Clear Expectations
Setting Clear Expectations
Workbook Activity
Recap of Lesson 2
Lesson 2 Quiz
By the end of this class, you will be able to:
• Describe why lesson preparation is essential when teaching with digital.
• List the Milady resources available to align MindTap with your curriculum.
• Explain the student orientation process for successful MindTap registration.
• Describe and facilitate MindTap activities and how to use them effectively whether in-person, hybrid, or remote.
• Define what a flipped classroom is and how to set clear expectations.
• Add content to the MindTap Learning Path to enhance student engagement in flipped or remote programs.
• Identify the teaching methods of MindTap for a hybrid or distance learning program.
• Navigate the theory and practical activities.
• List the MindTap troubleshooting steps for students and educators.
• Navigate next steps for ongoing MindTap support.
The training course should take you anywhere from 4-5 hours, depending on your current comfort level with MindTap, technology, and how long you take to practice what you learn. You may take the course at your own pace, stopping and starting as it fits your schedule.
There are no pre-requisites for this course, but we strongly suggest taking MindTap Fundamentals Course for maximum understanding of this course.
Upon successful completion of the training course and earning at least 70% on the final exam, you will receive a certificate of completion.
We recommend giving yourself at least 8 weeks to prepare to use MindTap. The first steps to successful implementation are to take this free MindTap for Educators course, as well as the free MindTap Fundamentals Course.
No matter if you are teaching an in-school, hybrid, or distance education program, this course will prepare you for the essentials of taking your MindTap skills to the next level. You'll understand how to utilize MindTap in a way that keeps students engaged and inspired.
There are six primary lessons in the training course with an assessment at the end of each lesson as well as a final exam. You must pass the final exam with a score of 70% in order to obtain the certificate of completion.
Upon completion of this training course, you will receive one (1) credit toward your Milady Master Educator Certification.
To see a list of classes that also count towards this certification, click here.
Please check with your state board for details.