Boston College Lynch School Professional and Continuing Education

05/19/2025

It may be commencement day at Boston College, but the learning never stops! No matter how long it's been since you’ve walked that graduation stage, PCE is here to provide quality continuing education experiences aligned with the cutting-edge research of BC faculty. Visit our website to learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VjXiZv

05/14/2025

Our BEC program has prepared hundreds of MA educators for the bilingual education endorsement. Hear from Dr. Patrick Proctor, BC faculty and program director, about what makes the BEC so special:

“The bilingual education certificate program began with partnerships between Boston College and the Lynn and Salem Public Schools. Since then, we have added collaborations with new partners in which we continue to work closely with educators across the Commonwealth who are dedicated to serving multilingual students, Pre-K-12. Collaborating on the design and instruction of BEC courses has truly been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my career, primarily because I have learned so much about multilingualism in education from the many outstanding educators who have participated in the BEC.”

05/06/2025

Boston teachers, there’s only one month left of school! If you’re looking for a way to earn PDPs this summer, we have workshops that will leave you feeling more confident to navigate important issues in the classroom, such as teaching multilingual learners, teaching writing, and teaching students with disabilities. Visit our website to learn more about how we can help you thrive in the next school year! ➡️

No matter what stage you’re at in your career, there’s always room for growth. Our workshops, lectures, customized programs, and non-credit courses offer opportunities for both personal and professional development in a vibrant, supportive setting. By joining our different communities, you can b...

05/01/2025

Our PD courses on Systemic Functional Linguistics have helped hundreds of education professionals – from teachers to administrators – teach writing more effectively.

Hear from Kelly, an SFL participant and Boston Public Schools teacher:

“I designed two units for my 5th and 6th science classes that I will be implementing very soon. The feedback and guidance offered by Dr. Brisk have been instrumental in making sure that as a Science teacher, I incorporate reading and writing in all my classes.”

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04/21/2025

It’s Marathon Monday at Boston College! At PCE, we know educators go the extra mile for their students. That’s why we do the same for you! Visit our website to learn about opportunities to bring our expert-developed professional development to your school.

➡️ https://bit.ly/3VjXiZv

04/17/2025

Our SFL courses have brought evidence-based writing instruction to schools across Massachusetts. Hear from Dr. Maria Brisk, SFL course designer, about what SFL means to her:

“Teaching the online courses has been a rewarding experience because it has impacted entire schools, their students and teachers. SFL genre pedagogy has taught students how to use language to express their ideas and knowledge not only in ELA but in science, social studies, and math. Writing has become a fun activity. Multilingual learners have been able to apply to any of their languages. Teachers feel stimulated because they have a coherent way to teach writing and their students’ success is gratifying.”

04/11/2025

Programs experience strong gains across the board in latest survey

04/09/2025

You spoke, and we listened! Visit our website to check out our three brand new workshops, customizable to your school’s needs: Teaching Reading, Cultivating Inclusive Excellence, and Beyond Structured English Immersion.

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04/08/2025

How does income influence children's number sense and problem-solving skills when learning math? Associate Professor Elida Laski's research reveals that elementary students from lower-income families have developed less advanced problem-solving strategies than their peers in lower-income families.

Explore these findings with The Hechinger Report: https://bit.ly/3XBQMOh

A flexible understanding of how numbers work is as important to math as phonics is to reading

03/28/2025

Interested in supporting multilingual learners in your classroom? Hear from a participant in our bilingual education certificate program:

“I have already made small changes in my classroom regarding assessment and my multilingual students. I feel like the BEC has prepared me for when my classroom is dual language, but also will be extremely helpful for supporting all multilingual learners that I will teach before then.” -Grace, Springfield Public Schools teacher

Learn more here ➡️ bit.ly/3IgAmTg

03/21/2025

It's officially spring! 🌷 Find out how our cutting-edge professional development workshops for K-12 educators can help you bloom ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VjXiZv

03/03/2025

Discover how narratives can lead to a renewed understanding of self and explore the nature of identity through Shakespeare. Join us on March 12th for a discussion by Dr. Arthur Frank on the theme of living with suffering.

This insightful lecture will discuss how Shakespearean literature provides resources for navigating the complexities of suffering. Registration opens on March 1st!