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Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions

Class Details

  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 10/14/2024 - 11/17/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 1
  • Nonmember Price: $145
  • CEA Member Price: $45

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 3 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 5/6/2024 - 6/9/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 1
  • Nonmember Price: $145
  • CEA Member Price: $45

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 13 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 6/10/2024 - 7/14/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 1
  • Nonmember Price: $145
  • CEA Member Price: $45

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 16 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 2/3/2025 - 3/9/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 1
  • Nonmember Price: $145
  • CEA Member Price: $45

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 15 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 9/9/2024 - 10/13/2024
  • Adams State Credit: 1
  • Nonmember Price: $145
  • CEA Member Price: $45

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 11 of 30
  • Class Type: Online
  • Date: 3/31/2025 - 5/5/2025
  • Adams State Credit: 1
  • Nonmember Price: $145
  • CEA Member Price: $45

  • Registration for the optional graduate credits ($55 per credit) is a separate transaction through Adams State. Registration information will be available after you enroll and once the course is listed on the graduate credit portal.

  • Currently Enrolled: 8 of 30

About the Course

Teachers and education professionals will actively and collaboratively participate in an online book study of Temple Grandin’s books, Visual Thinking: The hidden gifts of people who think in pictures, patterns, and abstractions. Participants of this book study will increase their understanding of thinking types as well as consider the perspective of cognition in the neurodiverse population. Throughout this study, Educators will reflect on ways to differentiate instructional practices to embrace and foster the strengths and challenges of various thinking types. Participants will also engage in collaborative discussions and provide reflective journal entries as they discover ways to harness creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills of visual learners in the classroom.

This course is beneficial for elementary, secondary, and special education teachers as well as any other education professionals who work with students or professionals and desire to learn more about human cognition.

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Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Explain visual learning and other thinking types
  • Analyze visual thinking in respect to students who are neurodiverse including those with Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more.
  • Implement strategies to differentiate instruction, problem solving, and collaboration that considers and supports visual learners.
  • Discover insight into the strengths and challenges of the visual learner and how to use their abilities to enrich classroom learning opportunities and enhance collaboration with other learner types.
  • Grade(s): Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Elementary K-5 Secondary 6-12
  • Subject(s): Art/Music Career And Technical Comprehensive Health Dance Drama/Theater Arts English Language Arts English Language Learning Math Music Physical Education Reading,Writing,Communicating Science Social Studies Specialized Service Providers Technology Visual Arts World Languages
  • Teacher Quality Standard(s): QS 2.B QS 2.C

Facilitator

Jessica Bush

Reviews

Lisa Bryan
Taking the Visual Thinking course through CEA CoPilot, led by Temple Grandin, has been a game-changer in my teaching. This course provided invaluable insights into how students process information differently, particularly those who think in pictures rather than words. Grandin’s expertise helped me not only understand these unique learning styles but also apply strategies in my classroom to better support my students. Since completing the course, I’ve gained a deeper appreciation for the strengths of visual thinkers and have actively adjusted my teaching approach to meet their needs. I now incorporate more hands-on, project-based learning opportunities that allow my students to thrive, whether through digital design, 3D modeling, or physical creation with our laser cutter and other tech tools. The course has truly shifted my perspective, making me more aware of how to identify and nurture different types of thinkers in my classroom. Most importantly, Visual Thinking has reinforced the importance of preparing students for the future job market. Grandin highlights how industries—from engineering to the arts to skilled trades—need visual thinkers, and I now feel more equipped to guide my students toward careers where their unique skills will be valued. This course has not only benefited my teaching but has also given me a renewed passion for ensuring all students see their potential and find their place in the world. I highly recommend this course to any educator looking to broaden their understanding and better support their students’ diverse learning styles!
Maria Kaso
Great book to implement and include ell learning styles!
Molly Prach
This class gave me a lot of insight and new strategies to implement in my classroom! Great facilitator!

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