Noncredit Teacher Education Offerings at MCC

Students may enroll in the Spring 2026 MTEL prep online courses between November 12, 2025 - March 11, 2026.
To register complete the Community Education Registration Form.

Refunds: No refunds will be issued after January 12, 2026.
Please note that not logging into a course does not qualify as an automatic refund. Once registered for the course the refund policy is active.

Upon completion of registration please email: nahabediana@middlesex.edu

Course Online Access Dates:
January 12 to May 29, 2026
Cost: $120 per MTEL class

All class access emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to the start of the course or if enrolled after January 12, 2026 within 24-48 hours when you complete the MCC course registration form.

• All MTEL classes are web based and offered in a self-paced, self-study format through the Blackboard. This means that you are taking the class at your own pace and schedule with access to an instructor for any questions or assistance needed. There are no class meeting times.
• ALL MTEL classes test you for a particular field. Please see the list of fields below so you are able register for the right course
• Not eligible for tuition waivers.
• Class content and moniotring by Professor Dr. Daniel Svenconis

MTEL Communication & Literacy Exam Test Prep
Field 01.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 602 75
CRN: 18776

Foundations of Reading MTEL Exam Test Prep
Field 190.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 635 75
CRN: 18784

MTEL Exam Test Prep-General Curriculum-Multi-Subject Test Prep Field 78.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 858 75
CRN: 18792

MTEL Exam Prep - Math Skill Builder
Fields 78, 68, 65, and 63.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 859 75
CRN: 18793

MTEL Exam Test Prep -English as a Second Language
Field 54.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 878 75
CRN: 19126

MTEL Exam Test Prep-History /Social Studies
Field 73.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 894 75
CRN: 19256

MTEL Exam Test Prep-English.
Field 61.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 897 75
CRN: 19570

MTEL Exam Test Prep-Early Childhood
Field 72.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 904 75
CRN: 19575

MTEL Exam Test Prep - Political Science.
Field 48.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 910 75
CRN: 19840

MTEL Exam Test Prep - Reading Specialist.
Field 08.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 911 75
CRN: 19841

MTEL Exam Test Prep - Business Exam
Field 19.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 932 75
CRN: 19977

MTEL Exam Test Prep - Vocational Tech Literacy
Fields 191 and 291.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 942 75
CRN: 19978

MTEL Exam Test Prep- General Science Exam Prep
Field 64.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 954 75
CRN: 20106

MTEL Middle School Humanities Exam Test Prep
Field 76.
Online with no class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 961 75
CRN: 20107

Educator Curriculum & Instruction

The PDP courses below dive into 9 classes on Curriculum and Instruction, English Language learners, Inclusive instruction and Leadership and Administration. The classes align tightly with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, DESE High Quality Professional Development and school improvement plans. Modules are linked and can run together as a complete Professional Development course – 9 classes/18 PDPs or choose 5 classes/10 PDPs.

Module 1

Designing Rigorous Standards-Aligned Units and Lessons

Creating learning experiences to build deep conceptual understanding that is intentionally mapped to grade-level standards will be discussed. The goal is to challenge students higher-order thinking, and to apply them to realworld situations while ensuring equitable and measurable instruction with clear objectives and aligned assessments. (2 hours) $37

January 29, 2026   
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 524 30 CRN: 20499
Professor: MINASIAN

Using HQIM: Selection, Adaptation, Fidelity Vs. Flexibility

Using High Quality Instructional Materials involves thoughtful selection of materials that can be adapted to meet student needs while balancing fidelity and flexibility to adjust context, pacing, and differentiation. (2 hours) $37

February 5, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 525 30 CRN: 20501
Professor: MINASIAN

Culturally and Linguistically Sustaining Pedagogy

Culturally and linguistically sustaining pedagogy - creates an inclusive classroom environment with a deep value on the student perspective. Instruction has a meaningful connection to student personal experiences. (2 hours) $37

February 12, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 526 30 CRN: 20500
Professor: MINASIAN

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Module 2

Differentiation Strategies for Diverse Learners

Differentiation strategies for diverse learners: (English learners, students with disabilities and advanced learners) involve multiple pathways to access content, engage with learning, and demonstrate understanding to ensure equity for all learners. Scaffolding lessons, providing accommodations, and lesson extensions are all part of tailoring instruction to meet and strengthen the needs while maintaining high expectations for all. (2 hours) $37

February 26, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 527 30 CRN: 20502
Professor: MINASIAN

Formative Assessment and Feedback Cycles

These are ongoing checks for understanding that inform and guide student learning. Feedback needs to be timely, and specific to help students reflect, adjust and take ownership of their progress towards mastery. (2 hours) $37

March 5, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 528 30 CRN: 20503
Professor: MINASIAN

Data Driven Instruction and Progress Monitoring

Data-driven instruction and progress monitoring - they inform instructional decisions, target interventions, and adjust teaching strategies. It is a continuous cycle to ensure responsive and aligned instruction for student growth and learning goals. (2 hours) $37

March 12, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 529 30 CRN: 20504
Professor: MINASIAN

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Module 3

SEI/ESL Best Practices

Integrating SEI/ESL best practices - embedding language development into content instruction through multiple strategies like: scaffolding, visuals, modeling, and opportunities for structured academic talk. These best practices give the English Learners an opportunity to build both content knowledge and English proficiency. (2 hours) $37

March 19, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 530 30 CRN: 20505
Professor: MINASIAN

Collaborative Lesson Planning and Teacher Teams

Collaborative lesson planning - brings educators together to co-design standards-aligned instruction that employs collective expertise and diverse perspectives. This process fosters consistency, innovation, and shared responsibility for student success across classrooms and grade levels. (2 hours) $37

March 26, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 531 30 CRN: 20506
Professor: MINASIAN

Leadership for Instruction: How Coaches/Principals/ Site Directors Support Classroom Practice

Leadership for instruction: how coaches/principals/site directors support classroom practices – Through clear vision, modeling effective strategies, and offering targeted feedback, leadership can empower educators to refine practice and improve outcomes. (2 hours) $37

April 2, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: CAR 532 30 CRN: 20507
Professor: MINASIAN