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PDI Flex Courses by Grade Level
Convenient. Practical. Affordable.
- PDI flex course registration fee is only $124.
- PDI flex courses are typically used for salary advancement and/or credential renewal.
- PDI flex courses are worth three units of graduate-level credit from the University of San Diego, a fully accredited university. Credit is available for an additional $230.
- You have up to one year to complete a flex-time course.
- Your completion paperwork is processed as soon as you complete your online course (as long as you have met the minimum time requirement).
- Each flex course has five online tests and four written assignments.
How it Works
- Register for a flex course using PDI's secure online shopping cart. Click here to register.
- Within 1 to 24 business hours, you will receive an e-mail message from PDI with access information and instructions for participating in your course.
Choose the flex course you wish to take from the options below. Click on any course title to register or to gain more detailed information about the content of the course. Course registration fee is only $124. Click the links below to jump to the grade level you are interested in.
| PreKindergarten | Kindergarten | Grade One | Grade Two | Grade Three |
| Grade Four | Grade Five | Grade Six | Junior High | High School |
PreKindergarten
Developing Phonemic Awareness in Emergent Readers (PreK-2)
Effective Strategies for Emergent and Early Writers (PreK-3)
Instructional Approaches for Literacy Development (PreK-3)
Kindergarten
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension: The Key to Successful Reading (K-3)
Content Area Literacy: Nonfiction Books in the K-3 Classroom (K-3)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Developing Phonemic Awareness in Emergent Readers (PreK-2)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies for Emergent and Early Writers (PreK-3)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Focus on Phonics (K-3)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
Hands-On Learning with Math Manipulatives (K-3)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Implementing the Kindergarten Common Core Literature Standards (K)
Instructional Approaches for Literacy Development (PreK-3)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
A Primary Teacher's Guide to Positive Discipline (K-3)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Real World Math (K-3)
Teaching Struggling Readers: Identification, Intervention, and Remediation (K-3)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Word Play: Vocabulary Instruction in the Primary Grades (K-3)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Grade One
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension: The Key to Successful Reading (K-3)
Content Area Literacy: Nonfiction Books in the K-3 Classroom (K-3)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Developing Phonemic Awareness in Emergent Readers (PreK-2)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies for Emergent and Early Writers (PreK-3)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Focus on Phonics (K-3)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
Hands-On Learning with Math Manipulatives (K-3)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Implementing the First Grade Common Core Literature Standards (1)
Instructional Approaches for Literacy Development (PreK-3)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
A Primary Teacher's Guide to Positive Discipline (K-3)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Real World Math (K-3)
Teaching Struggling Readers: Identification, Intervention, and Remediation (K-3)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Word Play: Vocabulary Instruction in the Primary Grades (K-3)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Grade Two
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension: The Key to Successful Reading (K-3)
Content Area Literacy: Nonfiction Books in the K-3 Classroom (K-3)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Developing Phonemic Awareness in Emergent Readers (PreK-2)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies for Emergent and Early Writers (PreK-3)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Focus on Phonics (K-3)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
Hands-On Learning with Math Manipulatives (K-3)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Implementing the Second Grade Common Core Literature Standards (2)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Approaches for Literacy Development (PreK-3)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
A Primary Teacher's Guide to Positive Discipline (K-3)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Real World Math (K-3)
Teaching Struggling Readers: Identification, Intervention, and Remediation (K-3)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Word Play: Vocabulary Instruction in the Primary Grades (K-3)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Grade Three
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension: The Key to Successful Reading (K-3)
Content Area Literacy: Nonfiction Books in the K-3 Classroom (K-3)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Designing and Creating a WebQuest (3-12)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies for Emergent and Early Writers (PreK-3)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Focus on Phonics (K-3)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
Hands-On Learning with Math Manipulatives (K-3)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Approaches for Literacy Development (PreK-3)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
A Primary Teacher's Guide to Positive Discipline (K-3)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Real World Math (K-3)
Teaching Struggling Readers: Identification, Intervention, and Remediation (K-3)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Technology-Based Projects (3-12)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Word Play: Vocabulary Instruction in the Primary Grades (K-3)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Grade Four
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension Strategies for Middle and Upper Grades (4-12)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Designing and Creating a WebQuest (3-12)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies to Improve Student Writing (4-12)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Persuasive Essays (4-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Research Reports (4-12)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
Positive Discipline: A Powerful Approach to Classroom Management (4-12)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Reading Interventions for Middle Grade Students (4-8)
Reading to Learn: Developing Strategic Reading Skills (4-12)
Reading Workshop Approach in the Middle Grades (4-8)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Solving Math Word Problems: Strategies Your Students Need (4-8)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Technology-Based Projects (3-12)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Vocabulary Instruction for Improved Reading Skills (4-12)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Young Adult Literature in the Classroom (4-12)
Grade Five
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension Strategies for Middle and Upper Grades (4-12)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Designing and Creating a WebQuest (3-12)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies to Improve Student Writing (4-12)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Persuasive Essays (4-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Research Reports (4-12)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
Positive Discipline: A Powerful Approach to Classroom Management (4-12)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Reading Interventions for Middle Grade Students (4-8)
Reading to Learn: Developing Strategic Reading Skills (4-12)
Reading Workshop Approach in the Middle Grades (4-8)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Solving Math Word Problems: Strategies Your Students Need (4-8)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Technology-Based Projects (3-12)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Vocabulary Instruction for Improved Reading Skills (4-12)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Young Adult Literature in the Classroom (4-12)
Grade Six
Active and Hands-On Science Instruction (K-6)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension Strategies for Middle and Upper Grades (4-12)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Designing and Creating a WebQuest (3-12)
Differentiated Instruction: One Size Does Not Fit All (K-6)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies to Improve Student Writing (4-12)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Persuasive Essays (4-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Research Reports (4-12)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Linking Literacy Assessment to Instruction (K-6)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
A New Approach to Spelling Instruction (K-6)
Positive Discipline: A Powerful Approach to Classroom Management (4-12)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Reading Interventions for Middle Grade Students (4-8)
Reading to Learn: Developing Strategic Reading Skills (4-12)
Reading Workshop Approach in the Middle Grades (4-8)
Response to Intervention in Reading (K-6)
Six Traits of Writing (K-6)
Solving Math Word Problems: Strategies Your Students Need (4-8)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Teaching Themes Through the Year (K-6)
Technology-Based Projects (3-12)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Vocabulary Instruction for Improved Reading Skills (4-12)
Writer's Workshop in the Elementary Classroom (K-6)
Young Adult Literature in the Classroom (4-12)
Junior High (Grades 7-8)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension Strategies for Middle and Upper Grades (4-12)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Designing and Creating a WebQuest (3-12)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies to Improve Student Writing (4-12)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Persuasive Essays (4-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Research Reports (4-12)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Introducing ELD Techniques to Mainstream Teachers (K-8)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
Positive Discipline: A Powerful Approach to Classroom Management (4-12)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Reading Interventions for Middle Grade Students (4-8)
Reading to Learn: Developing Strategic Reading Skills (4-12)
Reading Workshop Approach in the Middle Grades (4-8)
Solving Math Word Problems: Strategies Your Students Need (4-8)
Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (K-8)
Technology-Based Projects (3-12)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Vocabulary Instruction for Improved Reading Skills (4-12)
Young Adult Literature in the Classroom (4-12)
High School (Grades 9-12)
Classroom Management Survival Course (K-12)
Comprehension Strategies for Middle and Upper Grades (4-12)
Designing and Creating a Virtual Field Trip (K-12)
Designing and Creating a WebQuest (3-12)
Educational Technology 101 (K-12)
Effective Strategies to Improve Student Writing (4-12)
Effective Strategies for New Teachers (K-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Persuasive Essays (4-12)
Expository Writing: Focus on Research Reports (4-12)
The Fundamentals of Teaching English Language Development (K-12)
How to Manage Your Classroom for Student Success (K-12)
Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (2-12)
Instructional Strategies for ELD and SDAIE (K-12)
Integrating the Internet and Multimedia (K-12)
Making the Most of the Internet in the Classroom (K-12)
Managing and Integrating Technology into the SPED Classroom (K-12)
Positive Discipline: A Powerful Approach to Classroom Management (4-12)
Putting SDAIE Theory into Practice (2-12)
Reaching Students Through Character Education (K-12)
Reading to Learn: Developing Strategic Reading Skills (4-12)
Technology-Based Projects (3-12)
Using Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-12)
Vocabulary Instruction for Improved Reading Skills (4-12)
