Teach Different Certificate Pathway
Create critical thinking and compassionate classrooms with the Teach Different Method™
The Essentials
At a glance
Deliver 3 different Teach Different conversations.
Awarded to Illinois teachers on completion.
At the beginning and the end.
Everything else is on your schedule.
Works on whatever you already carry.
Teacher Voices
Real Stories from the Classroom
Hear directly from educators who completed the Certificate Pathway.
Certificate Program testimonial
Certificate Program testimonial
Certificate Program testimonial
Certificate Program testimonial
More on our YouTube channel.
The Structure
How the 10-Week Experience Works
Orientation
Attend a live orientation, learn the Method, and know what to expect.
3 Teach Different Conversations
Plan, lead, and reflect on three classroom conversations at your own pace.
Exit Interview
Reflect on your growth in a live, 15-minute Zoom conversation and share what you learned.
Upcoming Cohorts
| Cohort | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Cohort #1 | August 26, 2026 | November 4, 2026 |
| Fall Cohort #2 | September 23, 2026 | December 2, 2026 |
| Fall Cohort #3 | October 7, 2026 | December 16, 2026 |
| Winter Cohort | January 27, 2027 | April 7, 2027 |
| Spring Cohort | March 3, 2027 | May 5, 2027 |
| Fall Cohort #1 | September 22, 2027 | December 1, 2027 |
| Fall Cohort #2 | October 6, 2027 | December 15, 2027 |
| Winter Cohort | January 19, 2028 | April 5, 2028 |
| Spring Cohort | March 1, 2028 | May 10, 2028 |
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