Be GLAD® is a professional development organization in the area of language acquisition and literacy employing the Project GLAD® model and strategies.
Transform Your Teaching
Our online course is composed of 6 chapters, which include Research/Theory & Classroom Demonstration videos so that you can visualize what these strategies will look like in your own classroom! Movements, pacing, and delivery will be shown for each strategy in a live classroom!
I have already gone through the GLAD Training but want a refresher, do you have anything that could help me?
Yes, we have an in person follow-up training that is designed for teachers who need a refresher on strategies. Individuals can also sign up for our newsletter on our website which will announce free webinars that we conduct throughout the year. Each webinar has a different focus to review strategies and provide individuals to ask questions.
Is there a difference between Be GLAD and other GLAD organizations?
Yes, Be GLAD is the only Project GLAD provider that is officially endorsed by the original Project GLAD co-creator, Marcia Brechtel. Be GLAD owns the trademark/copyright and our unique professional development system.
How does GLAD compare to other professional development trainings for teachers?
Be GLAD professional development supports educators to achieve phenomenal student success with any demographic group. Our test data clearly separates Be GLAD above other programs.
Is the online course the same as the in-person?
Yes, our online course and in-person sessions include the same materials, information, allow you to earn the same Basic Educator Certificate after completing either course, and have your name entered into our National Database of trained educators.