Project 3: Instructor Training for Rebuilding Lives (Advanced Level)

Developed by: Micki Archuleta
Target Audience: Instructors, facilitators, and trainers delivering the Rebuilding Lives module
Mode: Online (Canvas LMS) + Microsoft Learning Tools

1. Introduction

The Rebuilding Lives module is a four-week immersive program to help learners explore houselessness, mental health, and advocacy efforts. This Instructor Training Program (Advanced Level) is created to equip educators with advanced facilitation skills, integrating Microsoft Learning Tools to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, instructors will be able to:

  • Lead interactive, student-centered discussions on houselessness and mental health advocacy.
  • Incorporate Microsoft Learning Tools (Teams, OneNote, Reflect, Flip, Forms) to enhance digital learning.
  • Apply real-world data to create engaging, data-driven advocacy projects.
  • Facilitate self-regulated learning by providing structured feedback and assessments.

2. Training Module Overview

This training is structured around four weeks, paralleling the Rebuilding Lives module, each focusing on advanced instructional techniques.

Week 1: Course Orientation & Digital Teaching Strategies

📌 Key Focus: Understanding the content, goals, and digital tools for effective instruction.
✅ Activities:

  • Overview of the Rebuilding Lives module structure.
  • Canvas LMS deep dive: Setting up courses and embedding Microsoft tools.
  • Microsoft Teams Assignments LTI setup for structured content delivery.
  • Practice Task: Create a module introduction using Microsoft Sway.

Week 2: Digital Collaboration & Real-World Problem-Solving

📌 Key Focus: Engaging students through collaborative and real-world activities.
✅ Activities:

  • Creating interactive learning environments with OneNote and Whiteboard.
  • Role-playing & case studies using Microsoft Flip for advocacy scenarios.
  • Guided project management using Planner in Teams for student groups.
  • Practice Task: Design a collaborative student activity using Teams + OneNote.

Week 3: Teaching with Data & Structured Learning Assessment

📌 Key Focus: Leveraging data-driven insights to personalize learning.
✅ Activities:

  • Microsoft Forms & Power BI for data collection, student feedback & tracking.
  • Excel for Advocacy: Analyzing data trends in houselessness, mental health, and funding allocation.
  • Assessment design: Integrating Microsoft Speaker Progress & Search Progress.
  • Practice Task: Create an interactive research project using Power BI & Forms.

Week 4: Self-Regulation, Reflection, and Capstone Project

📌 Key Focus: Building long-term learning strategies and instructor readiness.
✅ Activities:

  • Using Reflect & Flip for student self-assessment and instructor feedback loops.
  • Facilitating peer learning through structured Canvas discussions & group activities.
  • Capstone Task: Instructors develop a full lesson plan integrating Microsoft Learning Tools.

3. Evaluation and Assessment

✅ Completion Requirements:

  • Active participation in discussion forums and weekly tasks.
  • Submission of weekly instructional design tasks.
  • Final Capstone: Develop a complete Rebuilding Lives lesson plan incorporating all Microsoft tools.

✅ Grading Criteria (Based on 21CLD Rubrics):

CategoryCriteria for High Score (4/4)
CollaborationLesson integrates student interdependence, shared responsibility, and digital collaboration.
Knowledge ConstructionInstructors design lessons requiring interpretation, analysis, and synthesis.
Real-World Problem-SolvingActivities involve authentic issues and data-driven decision-making.
Use of ICT for LearningMicrosoft Learning Tools are essential and effectively integrated into the lesson.
Self-RegulationThe course structure includes check-ins, progress tracking, and self-reflection tools.
Skilled CommunicationLessons include multi-modal digital content (text, video, data, audio).

4. Certification and Recognition

Upon successful completion, instructors will receive:

  • A Certificate of Completion: Instructor Training for Rebuilding Lives (Advanced Level).
  • Access to exclusive Canvas LMS teaching resources.
  • Eligibility to enroll in external certification programs like:
    • Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) 62-193 (separate registration required).
    • ISTE Certified Educator Training (if applicable at their institution).

5. Next Steps and Implementation

1️ Enroll in the Advanced Instructor Training for Rebuilding Lives module on Canvas.
2️ Complete weekly activities, integrating Microsoft Learning Tools.
3️ Submit the capstone project and receive feedback from instructors and peers.
4️ Implement the module with students and share best practices.

Summary

This training ensures educators are equipped with advanced digital teaching skills to effectively lead the Rebuilding Lives module. By leveraging Microsoft Learning Tools, instructors will create interactive, data-driven, and engaging learning experiences.