- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Days
- Cost Free
MINTS: Diversity Awareness
Issued by
Merrimack College
Earners of this badge have successfully completed three or more diversity awareness workshop hours hosted by the Merrimack Institute for New Teacher Support (MINTS). Through collaboration and interactive discussions, participants gain knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion concepts to further a career in K-12 education. Participants connect with fellow educators in different school districts to gain diverse perspectives and tools to implement in their classrooms.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Days
- Cost Free
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Participants interact with workshop facilitators and other attendees to network and learn from each other. They display a commitment to continued learning as active and engaged participants through small and large group dialogues.
Standards
Massachusetts defines High Quality Professional Development (HQPD) as: A set of coherent learning experiences that is systematic, purposeful, and structured over a sustained period of time with the goal of improving teacher practice and student outcomes. The MINTS Series embodies several DESE standards for professional development.