Professional Development Courses: Schedule
All three credit courses require 42 hours of instructional work throughout the duration of the course. Whether it is in-person class time or online alternative instruction, it is your opportunity to put your new knowledge into immediate practice. The frequency of online discussion/interaction with instructor and classmates is throughout the course. It is available 24 hours a day. For course descriptions simply click on the course name or visit our course catalog. 10 days prior to the course you will receive a Welcome email with directions and any other instructions for the course. If you have any questions about our scheduling please feel free to contact us at info@thomstecher.com.
Registration for courses closes 5 days before the first day of class or if the course is filled.
An official Grade Receipt Letter will be mailed by Neumann University at the conclusion of the course.
Fall 2026
EDU 526 - Designing for Awe: Wonder, Meaning, and Learning (Online)
- Price: $1,000.00
- Dates: September 28th - November 22nd, 2026
- Professors: Jeff Laughead
- Location: Online via Canvas online learning platform
This asynchronous course explores how awe can serve as a powerful force in teaching and
learning. Grounded primarily by Dacher Keltner’s research on awe, students examine how this
emotion shapes curiosity, attention, empathy, and meaning-making. Complementary readings
from Raising Awe-Seekers, The Nature Fix, and “Help Your Child to Wonder” provide practical
and environmental perspectives. Through readings, field experiences, and reflective practice,
participants design an “Awe Unit” for their teaching context.
EDU 526 - Health, Happiness and Longevity (Online)
- Price: $1,000.00
- Dates: Fall Mini Term 2- October 26th – December 13th
- Professors: Thom Stecher
- Location: Online via Canvas online learning platform
The purpose and direction of our course is to achieve a regular practice of health and happiness that leads to longevity. We will draw on the latest research and best practices in the areas of neuroscience, self-awareness, happiness, sense of purpose, resilience, and optimism. Our time together will be as interactive as possible within the online format.