This is the second course I have taken with this instructor, and they are the best two courses I have taken through VESi. Professor Dahl has put together interesting, relevant courses that evoke deep reflection. I am motivated to better serve my students because of this course, and I have been given the tools to do so. The best part is that the ideas in the course can be applied tomorrow. Thank you!

Margaret D.
Try DI!
Endicott College
May, 2013

I am, once again, completely blown away by the level of service I have received from VESi. I took these courses for the sole purpose of 'collecting' credits to complete my certification requirements. In the end, I have learned so many relevant strategies and have been re-energized as a teacher. I am anxious to begin implementing many of the ideas presented in both DI courses.

Patrick R.
Why DI?/ Try DI!
University of Sioux Falls
April, 2013

I have taken online courses for graduate credit from three different companies now, and VESi is by FAR the best. The format is so easy to follow, the information is great, and being able to complete the coursework at my own pace is a huge plus. I contacted customer service a few times via email, and I got extremely quick replies. Your company and staff are all top notch! Thank you!!!

Charles A.
Behavior is language
Augustana College
April, 2013

Great format. Love the course structure. Very intuitive and easy to use. Thought provoking and useful tools to use with students every day. I think all teachers and administrators should take this course.

Jason H.
Behavior is Language
Trine University
April, 2013

Excellent course; nice overview of early childhood program planning; easy to apply information presented into everyday practice.

Mandy L.
Early Childhood: Program Planning
North Dakota State University
March, 2013

I really enjoyed the format of this course. I like how it allowed me to work at my own pace. The content was presented very well with the slides. I was able to learn a great deal from this course. I cannot wait to start my next class!

Neil S.
Behavior is Language
University of Sioux Falls
March, 2013

I enjoyed the course and format. It was easy to navigate and I loved the fact that I could log on when it was convenient to me. I am a mother of two and working 35 hours a week. I am currently trying to reinstate my teaching certification. This format allows me to do so without much stress! I really appreciate the ease and availability of the courses offered!

Monica C.
Teaching Diversity
Augustana College
February, 2013

Great course with very straightforward presentation and information. I learned that I have been teaching using these concepts already and have learned a few more things to consider as I continue on this lifelong journey of teaching and learning.

Carey M.
Teaching Diversity
Alaska Pacific University
February, 2013

This course expanded quite a bit on the basic knowledge I previously had for differentiated instruction. I believe it is incredibly important to differentiate for student success in the classroom and real world, and it is great that classes like this are offered for teachers who may not believe the same thing or understand how great its importance is to students.

Jolene M.
Why DI?: An Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
MSU, Northern
February, 2013

The course was very comprehensive and challenging. I am already utilizing the clubs and other forms with students. I have shared some of the information with teachers, and plan to discuss with my principal if we can incorporate isolation rooms in the classrooms.

Stephanie G.
Behavior is Language
Valdosta State University
February, 2013

Excellent course! Just the right amount of information. Journal articles and essay questions were thought provoking and intellectually stimulating.

Yvette M.
Learning Disabilities
Ursuline College
November, 2012

Thank you for offering these courses. Working full time, having a young child at home, and being pregnant with our second son, this was the PERFECT way to complete my college credits. It was presented in a way that was easy to navigate and the course load was not daunting or impossible to finish in a timely manner. I intend to take more VESi courses in the future.

Allison H.
Learning Disabilities
University of Montana- Western
November, 2012

I truly enjoyed this class! I loved the instructor and how she shared her personal experiences! Once I started this course, I honestly didn't want to stop until I had read the chapter. I thought that the instructor did an AWESOME job with this course! I learned so many new things that I can try in my teaching.

Katy J.
Teaching Diversity
Central Washington University
October, 2012

The things I learned in the class are definitely showing their value. Now that I have a consequence ladder and begin by letting my students know that they will receive only one reminder, 99% of my classroom behavioral issues have vanished. For me, the one reminder rule and the consequence ladder have turned the tide in my classroom.

Joseph S.
Behavior is Language
Augustana College
October, 2012

This was my first experience with a VESi course, and I enjoyed it rather thoroughly. It was rich in content and information, and made me examine my own practices and those of my district in order to apply my new knowledge to my current placement. Having taken other online courses in the past, I can say that the rigor, relevance and take-away value from this course is the best I have seen.

Diane M.
Inclusion
Ashland University
September, 2012

I have taken a few other courses through VESi and this was the best one. Not only was the information awesome but I loved the way the instructor taught it. Other classes can be monotonous and formal. This instructor was funny and personable even online. I literally laughed out loud at his jokes a few times and it made me feel more in tune with what was going on, like I was really in a classroom. Great Job!

Tiff B.
Advanced Classroom Management
Cal-Poly
September, 2012

The flexibility this course offered was extremely helpful. The material was thorough and current. This was a challenging course. I can envision using most of the knowledge gained through this material during instruction. My students will definitely benefit from the knowledge I gained in this course. I highly recommend keeping this course available as it is extremely beneficial, especially with the shift to the Common Core Standards.

Rob W.
Teaching Elementary Math Conceptually
National University
September, 2012

This was, by far, the best course I have taken in many years. It was filled with information and solutions to the problem of aggression in the classroom that will be put to use by me on the first day of school. I am looking forward to sharing much of this information with my fellow teachers. I am glad I had the opportunity to receive the information in the course. It was all relevant to one of the major problems in today's schools. Thank you.

Jerry P.
Advanced Classroom Management
Montana State University Northern
August, 2012

This course was very helpful and I liked that the format allowed me to complete it on my own time with no set deadlines. Also it had the best tech support I have ever encountered in any online classes or work that I have completed.

Elizabeth J.
Why DI?: An Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
California Polytechnic
August, 2012

Every teacher needs to take this course. The class reminds us of our professional duties and expectations that will keep teachers accountable for their actions.

Andrea C.
Ethics & Safety in Education
ESD 105
July, 2012

I found this course to be very practical and helpful. I have been teaching for 23 years, so all of the ideas weren't actually new; however, to have them discussed in this orderly manner was great!

Teresa R.
Behavior is Language
Pacific University
July, 2012

This was my first online course. I was nervous and skeptical about the content and relevance of the course, having only taken classes at Whitworth and Gonzaga Universities. I felt this class was challenging, tough at times, and thorough in the subject. I am planning on taking all 150 clock hours classes from VESi. Thank you for your professionalism in helping teachers. Sincerely, Wendy

Wendy, M.
Reading Fundamentals #3
ESD 101
July, 2012

This was the first PD that I completed in many years that has actually applied to teaching in the classroom. Clearly the instructor has had classroom experience and has used “real” situations that can be used practically in the classroom. I am so glad I took this course and hope to use these strategies in the 2013 school year.

Stephanie C.
Behavior is Language
California State University, Fullerton
July, 2012

These courses are just what teachers need... price, relevance, ease of online access.... all can't be beat.

Bruce C.
Teaching Diversity
Eastern Washington University
June, 2012

I don't know what I'd do without VESi—my certification would most likely be out of date and VESi is a lifesaver for a very busy teacher with limited money... Thank you for what you do and offer!

Sarah M.
Educational Assessment
Central Washington University
June, 2012

I struggle learning on my own and this course format was absolutely wonderful. The ability to go at my own pace, not beholden to the instructor's time schedule, was invaluable. The course content was intellectually stimulating, relevant, and comprehensive. Clearly, the standards for the instructors are high.

Deidre K.
Why DI? An Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
Georgia State College
June, 2012