Online Professional Development
Setting High Academic Expectations
Setting High Academic Expectations
3 Graduate Level Credits
Course Description
This course provides a set of strategies to help educators promote and ensure high academic expectations for their students. With these easy to use strategies, educators get to set high expectations for all their students without demanding more than what they can handle. Students quickly learn that they will be held accountable for their learning and for doing excellent work that meets the appropriate standards. This is an online course. Upon registration, your course materials will be emailed to you. Registration Open Year-Round
Starting at
$199
Credits
3 Graduate Credits
*Pricing may not include University Fees. Select an option below to see full cost breakdown.
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Course Numbers
- Adams State: ED 589
- UMass Global: EDDU 9617
- Valley City State University: Click HERE for a list of course numbers
Course Learning Objectives
Students will be able to:
- Students will learn and implement a variety of strategies to set high and reasonable academic expectations for their own students.
- Students will be able to consistently apply different techniques to increase academic expectations of their own students in the classroom.
- Students will be able to set and hold similar expectations for all of their students.
- Students will develop skills to reflect on & improve their own teaching practices.
Relevancy to Practice: This course provides educators with the following relevant information to help improve their practice:
- Strategies to set high, yet reasonable, academic expectations for all students.
- Holding students accountable for their own learning by supporting them through answering questions and not letting them get away with not answering.
- Providing valuable feedback to student to ensure answers are completely and not partially correct.
- Growing students’ understanding of a topic by answering questions with harder, higher level questions.
- Improving students’ verbal and written communication by ensuring the format, such as grammar and voice, are correct.
- Embracing and encouraging all parts of your curriculum with students, including hard work and challenge.
- Setting high-level, realistic and relevant expectations for all learners.
- Overcoming challenges when trying to implement high and reasonable academic standards.
Course Format
100% Online
This is a fully online, self-paced course. All course materials will be emailed to you within 24 hours of registration — no in-person attendance required. There are no set class times or live sessions.
6 Months to Complete
You have up to 6 months from your registration date to complete and submit your coursework. Work at your own pace, on your own schedule.
Self-Paced Learning
No set class times or deadlines within the 6-month window. Complete assignments when it works best for your schedule.
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Course Syllabus
Setting High Academic Expectations
⚠ University Fee Paid Separately
Adams State University
University fee of $60 per credit is paid directly to Adams State after registration. CFT will send you instructions.
University of Massachusetts Global
University fee of $70/credit per credit is paid directly to UMass Global after registration. CFT will send you instructions.
✓ University Fee Included
Valley City State University
University fee is bundled into the CFT registration price — no separate payment needed.
Continuing Education
No university credit — no university fee. PD hours only.
University fees are subject to change. CFT is not responsible for university fee changes after registration.
Policies
No-Risk Guarantee
You can cancel a course registration within 30 days and receive a 100% refund, no questions asked. Have questions? Contact us today — we are here to help.
Refunds Policy
Students are able to request a full refund of any Credits for Teachers courses within 30 days of registration. In order to do so, please fill out the “Contact Us” form including your full name, the course you registered for and we will complete the refund.
NOTE: Each university partner has their own refund policy that may differ from Credits for Teachers.
Exchange Policy
Students are able to exchange one course for another within 30 days of registration as long as the course price is the same and the student does not change the University Partner. To exchange a course, please fill out the “Contact Us” form including your full name, course you have registered for and the course you would like to switch to.
Transfer Policy
Students that would like to transfer their course from one university partner to another have the opportunity to do so within the first 30 days of registering for a course. To transfer your course, please fill out the “Contact Us” form including your full name, the course you are currently registered for and the new University Partner you’d like to switch to.
Pricing & Registration
Cost Breakdown Per University
Prices vary by university partner. Select the option that works best for your district and career goals.
Have Questions? Contact UsAdams State University
University Fee Paid Separately
$379
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CFT Registration Fee — Due at Registration$199
Adams State University Fee ($60/credit × 3) — Payable to Adams State$180
Total$379
University of Massachusetts Global
University Fee Paid Separately
$409
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CFT Registration Fee — Due at Registration$199
UMass Global University Fee ($70/credit × 3) — Payable to UMass Global$210
Total$409
Valley City State University
University Fee Included in Course Fee
$349
Register
CFT Registration + VCSU University Fee — All Paid at Registration$349
Total$349
Continuing Education
No university credit
$199
Register
CFT Registration Fee$199
University FeeN/A
Total$199
Course Extension
For students who already purchased and need an additional 6 months to complete.
$199
Extend
Course Extension Fee$199
University FeeN/A
Total$199
Testimonials
What Teachers Are Saying
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Sarah M.
2 weeks ago
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“The course was incredibly practical and immediately applicable to my classroom. The content was well-organized and the instructor feedback was timely and helpful.”
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James T.
1 month ago
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“I’ve taken several CFT courses and they never disappoint. The self-paced format works perfectly with my busy teaching schedule. Highly recommend!”
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Maria L.
3 weeks ago
★★★★★
“Affordable, flexible, and genuinely useful. I was able to earn graduate credit while implementing new strategies in my classroom at the same time.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
How will this course help me differentiate high expectations for students with diverse learning needs and abilities? ›
This course provides practical strategies for setting high academic expectations that are adaptable for all learners. You will learn how to challenge every student appropriately without overwhelming them, fostering growth across diverse academic levels.
What specific types of 'easy to use strategies' will I learn to implement in my classroom? ›
The course focuses on actionable strategies such as scaffolding complex tasks, providing clear success criteria, fostering a growth mindset, and utilizing effective feedback loops. These methods are designed for immediate application in your teaching practice.
Will this course address how to communicate high expectations effectively to students and their parents/guardians? ›
Yes, a key component of this course involves developing clear communication strategies to articulate academic expectations to students and their families. You will gain tools to build a shared understanding and partnership in achieving student success.
Will my district accept these graduate credits? ›
Most school districts accept graduate credits from regionally accredited universities for salary advancement and license renewal. We recommend checking with your HR department or district office to confirm. You can also visit our District Credit Approval page for more information and tips on getting approval.
How long do I have to complete the course? ›
You have up to 6 months to complete the course after registration, allowing you to work at your own pace within that timeframe.
How is the course delivered and when do I receive the materials? ›
The course is fully online, and all materials are emailed to you immediately after registration so you can start right away. There are no set class times — you complete everything on your own schedule.
What are the university fees and how are they paid? ›
University fees vary by partner institution and are paid separately directly to the university after you register with CFT. Visit our University Partners page for a full breakdown of fees for Adams State University, UMass Global, and Valley City State University.
What is the refund policy? ›
We offer a 30-day, 100% refund with no questions asked, as long as you haven't submitted any coursework.
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