Facilitated Online Courses
In these courses, a subject matter expert facilitates discussions with a group of participants over a period of either one or four weeks. Participants log in at different times of the week to access course content and assignments, join in discussions, and complete application activities. Each course offers participants additional opportunities for interaction through one or more real-time webinars, each lasting 60–90 minutes.
THINGS TO KNOW
FORMAT
The Facilitated Online Course format features a mixture of reading content, activities, and live webinars on topics related to adult education to support adult educators and administrators. Courses are delivered over a period of one or four weeks.
DETAILS
Course access: Moodle course platform
Duration and course hours:
- One-week courses: 4.5 hours, including one 90-minute webinar
- Four-week courses: 14–16* hours, including two 60- to 90-minute webinars; also eligible for CEUs (see Credits & Certificates below)
*Hours depend on the course and will be specified in the course syllabus/Moodle.
ENROLLMENT & REGISTRATION
Enrollment is limited and on a first-registered, first-enrolled basis. Additional information on enrollment appears on the Registration page.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Participants interested in enrolling should have a device capable of using the following software and hardware:
- Internet connection
- Speakers/headphones
- Web browser (Edge, Safari, Chrome, Firefox)
- Zoom to attend live webinars
CREDITS & CERTIFICATES
All participants who successfully complete a Facilitated Online Course will receive a certificate of completion (via email) which includes the number of course hours. Additionally, participants who complete a four-week course will be eligible to apply for and obtain Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from CSU Sacramento's College of Continuing Education, for a fee. CALPRO will provide the appropriate forms a participant will need to obtain CEUs. CEUs are calculated based on the number of course hours.
MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQs:
- How many CEUs is a Facilitated Online Course worth?
- The number of CEUs depends on the number of course hours. Here's an example: Effective Lesson Planning is a 14-hour course, eligible for 1.4 CEUs. Resource: https://cce.csus.edu/course-credit-service-ceus
- What happens if I sign up for a course and can't log in for a couple of days?
- Each course is allocated either one or four weeks of time. If a participant cannot log in for a couple of days, there is no penalty of any kind. It will be the responsibility of the participant to complete the course at their pace within the course period to be considered for a certificate of completion/CEUs. Participants are also strongly encouraged to attend the live webinars that pertain to the content of the course.
- How do I know if I qualify to take a CALPRO Facilitated Online Course?
- Participants may qualify for CALPRO course offerings if they are based in California and are part of WIOA Title II– and/or CAEP-funded agencies.
Understanding the Adult Learner (Online)
This course is currently at registration capacity; register below to join the waiting list.
Course Description:
This course examines how adults learn and the implications for adult literacy programs. It explores unique characteristics of adult learners; adult motivation, needs, and self-concept, and their effect on learning; adult development; and implications for effective teaching. The course takes place entirely online and runs for four consecutive weeks. Weekly participation is required, though participants may, during a given week, log in whenever they wish. Two live webinars will be scheduled during the course, with a makeup option offered to accommodate time conflicts. Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of participation (14 hours); they are also eligible to apply to CSUS for 1.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) if they wish.
Goal:
The goal of this course is to help participants gain a general understanding of adult learning and development so that they can design and deliver instruction that is responsive to the needs of adult learners.
Registration Information:
There is no registration fee to participate. CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees; agency/work email address required at registration to confirm eligibility.
Registered participants will receive final confirmation and details by Friday, July 24, 2026. Waitlisted participants will also receive an update regarding their enrollment status by that date.
Contact Information:
Please contact calpro@air.org with any questions.