3 Graduate Credit Hours (ED500) through Colorado State University - Pueblo
Credit Hours: 3
Format: Online Self-paced
Instructor: Mercedes Rasmussen; MA, M.Ed Email: mercedeslayla@gmail.com
Catalog Description:
Icebreakers can be an effective method for developing classroom community and introducing course content in an engaging way. Icebreakers are commonly used to create a relaxed environment that encourages participation. Putting students in conversation with each other at the beginning of a course can also lead to ongoing interaction and increased learning. Student ownership of the learning environment is also a possible outcome of utilizing icebreakers.
Required Text(s) and Other Materials:
All materials will be provided by the instructor in the Canvas classroom.
Learning Management System: Internet access, connection to Canvas learning management system portal.
Ice-Ice-Breakers
Mercedes Rasmussen, M.A, M.Ed., is a business teacher and DECA sponsor with 25 years of experience in the secondary classroom and 2 years of experience as an instructor at the University level in the area of Teacher Education. She believes in the power of building strong relationships with students and building a warm and welcoming classroom environment. In her free time Mercedes enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 sons. She is passionate about helping teachers enhance and build curriculum that engages students and helps to build excitement and confidence.