Thinkport Bulletin: Power-Up Your Professional Development

Creating Text-Dependent Questions for the Classroom

Students are required at every grade level to gather evidence, gain knowledge and demonstrate insight from what they read. MPT’s online English Language Arts modules will help you craft questions that get students to think more deeply about what they are learning.

Modeling With Mathematics in the Classroom

Help your students make important connections between school and real-world scenarios. In MPT’s interactive modules, organized by grade band, educators build understanding of strategies that encourage students to use modeling and develop a plan for implementing modeling in the mathematics classroom. 

Building Foundations in Early Learning  

Create meaningful early learning experiences that lead children on a path to thrive and succeed. MPT’s interactive learning module helps early educators build a healthy foundation for children in their care by providing developmental, social and educational support.

Maryland Teachers of the Year 2017-2018

Draw inspiration from some of Maryland’s finest educators, and see how they expand student learning both inside and outside of the classroom.

Career-Building Online Courses

Are you looking to ignite a passion for learning in your classroom this fall? Thinkport's online courses provide educators and child care providers with rewarding opportunities to transform teaching and motivate students.

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Expand Your Media Literacy Skills

Discover a free collection of professional development opportunities to support and enhance your curriculum. Through KQED Teach, educators can learn to do everything from creating videos with students and designing presentations, to making digital comics and infographics.