• Apply critical thinking to identify best practices within their area of study. 

• Apply critical thinking to identify best practices within their area of study. 

• Synthesize knowledge across courses and other experiences. 

Additional objectives include:

~ Applying authentic American Education experiences back to each program focus area related to the student's interest.

~ Providing students the opportunity to embed themselves in a particular area of the educational field and interact with professionals who have years of experience in the area.

~ Embedding with Extended Learning activities that are anchored in everyday practice and that are focused on developing the student's ability to solve problems as educational professionals.

~ Providing the opportunity to strengthen key soft skill areas critical to the success of an educational professional by working in K-12 schools, educational organizations, and higher institutes of learning - communication, enthusiasm and attitude, teamwork, networking, problem-solving and critical thinking, and professionalism.

~ Assisting students to make decisions about their long-term educational career goals.

For both the fall and spring semesters, students will spend up to four hours a week engaged with their selected Extended Learning Opportunity. 

            Students are expected to... 

Commit to participate and understand the responsibilities of the Extended Learning Opportunity that includes: 

~ Spending up to four hours a week engaged with their selected Extended Learning Opportunity;

~ Assisting in a way that their mentor sees fit;

~ Contacting the Extended Learning mentor to confirm all logistics (date/time, arrangements, etc.);   

~ Reporting to the Extended Learning Opportunity promptly; notify mentor and coordinator immediately if illness or emergency prevents reporting to the opportunity;

~ Observing the Extended Learning Opportunities rules and regulations, as well as demonstrate good employability skills including a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn. Any non-adherence could result in removal from the opportunity; and

~ Arranging for transportation to and from the Extended Learning Opportunity if needed/identified.

 Mentors are expected to... 

Assume full responsibility for planning and execution of the student's Extended Learning Opportunity that includes:

~ Coordinating a weekly schedule that provides them with up to four hours of time each week;

~ Providing a realistic view of a specific job; 

~ Allowing students to observe and engage with educational professionals at the opportunity site ;

~ Allowing students time to ask questions;

~ Provide the student challenging work activities that aid in acquiring competencies necessary to advance in the educational field;

~ Reinforce an expectation of appropriate conduct while engaging in the opportunity;

~ Communicate on logistics, school policies, and exact expectations, duties, and responsibilities of the opportunity;

~ Encourage students to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the opportunity provided; and

~ Notifying the Extended Learning Coordinator if a student does not report for their scheduled time or if they experience any issues.

Event and Dates

Extended Learning Opportunity Overview:  Friday, September 5th, 2025 

Homewood Campus: Krieger Hall 170 Hall

Extended Learning Opportunity: Sign-Up:      

Friday, September 12th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

Online through Sign-up Genius

Extended Learning Opportunity: Confirmation:

Dr. Trexler will confirm your extended learning Opportunity by Wednesday, September 17th, 2025

Extended Learning Opportunity: Mentor contact:

Please contact your Extended Learning mentor by: Friday, September 19th, 2025

Deliverable

· Research and select 1 opportunity that interest you, so you are prepared for when the sign-up opens. Please bring your questions about Extended Learning to our overview meeting.

· Sign -up for one opportunity. Using the link sent out on email and available on this site below.                  

· Dr. Trexler will confirm your extended learning Opportunity

· Email an Introduction to your mentor and in your email introduction ask for a meeting to set-up your Extended Learning schedule for the semester.

Student Support

Mentor Email Example Template

Contact Dr. Trexler (mtrexler@jhu.edu) for:

~ Immediate Assistance with Extended Learning

~ Visits and On-Site Support with Extended Learning

~ Meetings about Extended Learning Opportunities

 Mentor Support

Immediate Assistance: Should you encounter any ongoing issues, such as student attendance, or arriving late to their face-to-face or virtual meetings, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Mark Trexler at (mtrexler@jhu.edu). He is readily available to address any concerns promptly and offer guidance as required.

Visits and On-Site Support: In the rare event that a situation necessitates it, Dr. Mark Trexler is more than willing to visit your extended learning site or participate in a virtual meeting to facilitate discussions and address any concerns that may arise. Please rest assured that our entire ITGL faculty is committed to providing the requisite support to ensure a successful experience for all parties involved. Additionally, he will be scheduling visits just to say "Hi!" to you and our students both in face-to-face or virtual meetings.

Zoom Meetings: Periodically throughout the school year, Dr. Mark Trexler will send out Zoom meeting links. These sessions are entirely optional but are designed to furnish you with a platform for posing questions, exploring alternative perspectives, and receiving assistance. Feel free to join whenever you find it advantageous.

Your Insights Matter: Your expertise and insights are held in high esteem. If you have any ideas or suggestions for enhancing the extended learning experience and rendering it even more effective, Dr. Mark Trexler is all ears! Please reach out to him at (mtrexler@jhu.edu) to share your valuable thoughts.

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Owner

Description of the Opportunity: Assist with the development of Blogging, podcasting, book writing/editing, classroom curriculum writing, social media image design, etc. 

Extended Learning Mentor Name: Gretchen Bridgers

Extended Learning Mentor Email: gretchen@alwaysalesson.com 

Extended Learning Mentee(s): Anqi Li 

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Dr. Rudy Ruiz  

Mentor Email address: rudy@edifyingteachers.com 

Description of the Opportunity: 

Edifying Teachers is a mission-driven venture based here in Baltimore. We have developed and implemented an evidence-based framework to help support, retain, and upskill teachers. We utilize a hybrid model to provide personalized, culturally sustaining mentorship, with the most diverse, highly qualified, scalable network of mentors in education.

Student will be afforded opportunities to help with educational research and assist on a project team             

Extended Learning Contact Name:   Dr. Rudy Ruiz

Extended Learning Contact Email:  rudy@edifyingteachers.com and faith@edifyingteachers.com

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Instructional Designer

Description of the Opportunity: 

1. The Instructional Resource Center (IRC) will provide Extended Learning opportunities for participants to assist with instructional design, technology, and multimedia projects. They will be mentored by IRC staff and collaborate on actual projects or conduct research to support future projects. The IRC is developing courses primarily for the AAP's master's degree programs and other non-doctoral programs that support adult learners.

2. The ITGL student will be able to complete the Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR) workshop and receive QM certification.  

Possible projects include:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)– (2 projects, 2 students, Elba, Pam, & Kris, maybe other team members); Explore and test Generative AI and help develop other AI-related educational resources. Technical skills preferred.

Robot Programming – (1 project, 1 student, Kris, Elba & Biotech Instructor); Explore Science by testing and programming a laboratory protocol to assist or provide a student tutorial for an in-person and online version of a course for the Biotech-Bioinformatics program. Familiarity with coding or scripting, in general, is preferred but not limited. Willing to learn Java or the R programming language.

Agentic AI - (1 project, 1 student Elba & Kris) Explore Agentic AI by creating a dedicated agent to review the CDM and give meaningful feedback to course creation. Familiarity with coding or willing to learn. This one might require light programming skills.

Multimedia Support – (1 project, 1 student; Maritza) – Research and implement AI MM tools for video production.

Research, explore, and implement AI tools that will assist with increasing video production workflow efficiency in the development of instructional video content.

Suggested Applicant's Skills

1. Enjoy collaborating with others.

2. Be responsible and reliable.

3. Be willing to learn and utilize instructional technologies.

4. Research and evaluate new and emerging technologies.

5. Manage timelines to complete projects as expected.

6. Willing to assist in instructional design or multimedia design projects.

7. Special skills:

Extended Learning Mentors

1. We have several mentors:

a. Dr. Elba Sepulveda, Kris Mueck, Maritza McMillian, and other team members

b. The students will interact with other staff members.

2. Available days for the Mentorship according to the student’s schedule and in-person availability. Some days will require meeting online.

Certification Offering

AAPQM Certification Defined

A QM (Quality Matters) course certification means an online or blended course has undergone an official review and has met the quality assurance standards of the QM Rubric at a level of 85% or greater. The certification process is managed by Quality Matters, a national and international organization that promotes quality assurance in online and blended learning. 

The name "AAPQM" may be a slight variation of the more standard "APPQMR," which stands for "Applying the QM Rubric." This is Quality Matters' core workshop that teaches participants how to use the QM Rubric for course reviews. Completing this workshop is often a prerequisite for more advanced QM certifications. 

AAPQM Certification Instructions

1. We will provide the opportunity to certification in AAPQM by taking the free QM workshop provided by Dr. Joseph Runciman.

However, it is scheduled for the third week of October and the next offering will be on the following dates: 

·         Wed., Oct. 22nd - 1:00pm-4:30pm (ET)

·         Thu., Oct. 23rd - 1:00pm-4:30pm (ET)

Registration link to the AAPQM opportunity: Register for the Zoom session

2. We suggest (not required) that the students take the free workshop because they will:

a. Learn how to apply the QM rubric.

b. Learn what high-quality instructional design looks like

c. They will receive a certificate of completion.

d. The students can support mentors in other instructional design areas if they complete the certification.

3. We offer a non-certification opportunity for a free workshop about our IRC Bluejay Checklist review.

Extended Learning Mentor Name: Dr. Elba M. Sepúlveda

Extended Learning Mentor Email: elba@jhu.edu 

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 8

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position:  Various Grades

Description of the Opportunity: 

This is one of the top schools in Baltimore to teach at, offering an outstanding opportunity for professional growth. You will be able to co-plan instruction, guest teach lessons connected to the assigned classroom, mentor high school students across academic subjects, and support the lead teacher with a variety of instructional activities. The teachers listed below are recognized as some of the most accomplished educators in their respective fields.

Extended Learning Contacts 

Catherine VanNetta cmvannetta@bhsec.bard.edu

National Board Certified Teacher

Model Mathematics Teacher

Baltimore City Teacher of the Year Semifinalist, 2021 & 2023

Sherry Lin slin@bhsec.bard.edu

(Chinese Teacher)

Assigned mentee: Xuer Yang (Wednesdays)  

Mary Cushing  mcushing@bhsec.bard.edu

(Special educator)

Nia McKenzie  nmckenzie@bhsec.bard.edu

 (Math teacher)

Assigned mentee Xinyao Lu (Mondays)

Melissa King-Rogers  mkrogers@bhsec.bard.edu

 (English Teacher)

Assigned mentee: Hongshen Zhang (Thursdays)

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 16

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Mentors

Description of the Opportunity: 

Exciting 2025 Projects

      1.    Early Advantage Program – Students will have the opportunity to provide educational programming at childcare centers, as well as develop some of the curriculum. This will be a valuable opportunity for students to work onsite and directly engage with children.

      2.    Online Resource Hub – Students will assist Blue Hatchlings in maintaining its online resource hub by conducting research and monitoring news related to childcare in Baltimore.

      3.    Grant Writing – Students will support Blue Hatchlings in identifying funding opportunities, preparing proposals, and drafting grant applications.

Finally, a more in depth description of our Early Advantage Program which we discussed yesterday is the following: 

Through Blue Hatchlings, Inc.'s Early Advantage initiative, childcare centers can request and reserve Johns Hopkins University Graduate and Undergraduate students to deliver age-appropriate academic programming and services such as reading services and basic language tutoring via Blue Hatchlings Inc's., "reservation match" service.

Extended Learning Contact Name: Michael Baturin

Extended Learning Contact Email: mbaturi1@jhu.edu

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 10

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position:  Various Teachers

Description of the Opportunity: 

Partner School: City Springs Elementary/Middle School
Focus Area: Restorative Practices in the Classroom

Overview:
ITGL students will collaborate with City Springs Elementary/Middle School to support the implementation and evaluation of restorative practices aimed at improving classroom culture, student relationships, and conflict resolution. This project is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting, while contributing to the school's ongoing efforts to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Objectives:

1. Support the Evaluation of Restorative Practices: Gather quantitative and qualitative data on the effectiveness of restorative practices in improving student behavior, relationships, and academic engagement.

2. Develop Analytical Skills: Use educational research methods to analyze data and draw actionable conclusions for stakeholders.

3. Foster Real-World Problem Solving: Collaborate with educators to address challenges in implementing restorative practices at the classroom level.

4. Enhance Cultural Competence: Engage with diverse student populations to understand the nuances of restorative practices in urban school settings.

Activities:

1. Classroom Observations:

   • ITGL students will observe classroom sessions where restorative practices are applied (e.g., morning meetings, conflict resolution circles).

   • Structured observation protocols will be used to record interactions, outcomes, and any observable changes in student behavior or engagement.

2. Data Collection:

   • Behavioral Data: Work with school staff to analyze behavioral records pre- and post-implementation of restorative practices.

3. Data Analysis:

   • Students will organize and analyze data using statistical tools and qualitative coding methods to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.

   • Findings will be mapped to the goals of the restorative practices’ initiative.

4. Reporting and Recommendations:

   • ITGL students will prepare a comprehensive report, including visual data representations, that outlines the impact of restorative practices on classroom culture and learning outcomes.

   • Recommendations will be provided to the school for enhancing implementation strategies.

Outcomes:

• For ITGL Students:

  • Practical experience in conducting field research in a school setting.

  • Development of data analysis and reporting skills applicable to education and policy contexts.

  • Enhanced understanding of restorative practices as an evidence-based approach to improving school culture.

This project aligns with the ITGL program’s commitment to experiential learning, equipping graduate students with the skills needed to make a tangible impact in education while fostering equitable practices.

Extended Learning Contact Name:  Rhonda Richetta

Extended Learning Contact Email:  rrichetta@bcps.k12.md.us

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 1 (Entrepreneur in Education)

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Executive Director

Description of the Opportunity: Gain direct knowledge as to how an early childhood center operates. Your mentor for this opportunity directs the everyday operations for a Network of Early Childhood centers in Baltimore city.

Extended Learning Mentor Name: Hilary Roberts-King

Extended Learning Mentor Email: hilaryrk@dbcckids.org 

Extended Learning Mentees: Qiyuan Yan 

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 10

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Teachers

Description of the Opportunity: Assist Early Childhood teachers in the classroom. Assisting with supervision of students in a classroom setting and outside on the playground, helping teachers gather and organize materials for activities, reading and singing to children, assisting with facilitating play-based learning, and assisting with technology as needed.

• Infants (12 weeks to 12 months)

• Toddlers (12 – 24 months)

• Two’s (24 – 36 months)

• Preschool (3 and 4 years old)

Extended Learning Contact Name: Saudah Parker

Extended Learning Contact Email: sparker@jhu.edu 

Janiecka Brown janieckab@dbcckids.org

Brittany James brittanyj@dbcckids.org

taneshaw@dbcckids.org

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 6 students

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: 

Extended Learning Contact Names: Wuque He (Sally)  email address:   sally.he@iangelcn.com                                   

Description of the Opportunity: 

- Education data collection and analysis

- Learn and understand academic counseling

- Education policy research

Our organization provides services for undergraduate students studying in the US, Canada, and Australia. We focus on academic planning, tutoring, cultural assimilation, English as second language, and other academic and non-academic areas. Our mission is to bridge the education gap between domestic and international students, as well as foster and inspire the next generation of talents. 

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 6

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Teachers

Description of the Opportunity: Assist Early Childhood teachers in the classroom.

• Room 8 (Three Opportunities) Classroom help with readings, music, dance, counting, and art, three days a week if possible. 

• Room 9 (Three Opportunities) Classroom help with dancing, art, cooking, or reading would be ideal.

Extended Learning Contact Name: Annie Reyes

Extended Learning Contact Email: annier@dbcckids.org

Office of Child Care Form

Office of Child Care Forms.pdf 

Dr. Nurtas Abdimomynov is a Professor of History at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University and Assistant Professor at the Interdisciplinary Education Center of the Narxoz University in Kazakhstan. He earned his Master of Science (M.S.) in Education from Johns Hopkins University (JHU), and he received his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in History from al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU) under the supervision of Professor Kalkaman Zhumagulov (KazNU, Kazakhstan) and Professor Mischa Meier (Tübingen University, Germany).

Nurtas has more than 20 years of experience in the field of higher education, fulfilling various roles such as lecturer, researcher, school leader, and professor. Within his classroom, he actively engages in Action Research, integrating creative and innovative teaching and learning strategies to enhance students' thinking skills, empathy, and ethical reasoning, which he believes are essential in the AI age.

Nurtas's current research and teaching priorities include (1) utilizing innovative and creative strategies in socio-humanitarian classes to develop students' thinking skills and ethical reasoning (Action Research); (2) the study of the thoughts of medieval Turkic scholars on education; (3) the study of the trade and economic relations of the Golden Horde with western countries in the 13th to 15th centuries based on materials from the Vatican archives and libraries.      

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 6

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Head of Company - Dr. Nurtas Abdimomynov    pedagogycraft@gmail.com

Description of the Opportunity: Assisting in writing essays and research papers, classroom curriculum writing, exploring innovative and creative teaching strategies, assisting with EdTech in the classroom, and conducting literature reviews. 

Extended Learning Contact Name:  Dr. Nurtas Abdimomynov   

Extended Learning Contact Email:  n.abdimomynov@iitu.edu.kz or nurtas@gmx.com                              

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 6

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Head of Company - Lee Kaltman 

Description of the Opportunity: Assisting with Research, Assisting in classrooms, Creating curriculum, Product development, Community Development, Sales and Customer service

Extended Learning Contact Name:   Lee Kaltman  

Extended Learning Contact Email:  lee@ithacatoys.com 

Extended Learning Contact Name: Yilin Xu 

Extended Learning Contact Email: yilin@school.me or yxu225@jh.edu

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 10

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Yingzhe Tao  Dean of Academics and Dr. Xuan Weng, senior advisor of HCCS and faculty adjunct in ITGL program.

Description of the Opportunity: 

Virtual Projects and Online Courses: ITGL students can participate in virtual projects in conjunction with our Saturday online courses. Afterward, they will complete reflections or e-portfolios as part of their learning experience. These e-portfolios will focus on students' reflections, where they will respond to 10+ questions about their learning and experiences in either written or video form. The insights gained from this classroom feedback will directly impact the work being done at Howard County Chinese School. 

In-Person Visits: ITGL students will have the opportunity to make two visits each semester or year. During these visits, they can meet the same teachers from their Saturday online classes, who also hold in-person sessions on Sundays, or connect with other teachers who teach exclusively in-person on Sundays. These visits can include discussions on teaching methodologies, classroom activities, and student outcomes. 

Major Events: Another opportunity for in-person engagement could be during major events, such as our annual New Year Gala, which offers a rich cultural experience.

Extended Learning Contact Name:  Yingzhe Tao

Extended Learning Contact Email: dean@hccs-md.org

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 6

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Assistant Director, Learning and Innovation 

Description of the Opportunity: 

In this position, you will gain hands-on experience with core principles of instructional design through scaffolded training and guided activities. As you progress, you will create a variety of deliverables.  You will formally review an active Bloomberg School of Public Health course using a course review scorecard and present these recommendations to the course faculty.  You will then design an interactive e-learning lesson that aligns with microlearning principles and course objectives. You will meet weekly on Zoom with the instructional design team to review assignments, discuss progress, and receive feedback. While most team members work virtually, our offices are located on the East Baltimore Campus.

Through this internship, we hope to help you gain career readiness competencies as outlined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

Specifically, we will focus on the following competencies:

• Career and Self-Development

• Critical Thinking

• Professionalism

• Teamwork

~  Review and apply best instructional design practices to school courses and e-learning microlearning lessons

~ Conduct Comprehensive Course Evaluations

~  Design learning activities and assignments to align with course learning objectives

~  Design and Implement E-Learning Solutions

~  Identify and apply best practices for universal design for learning and microlearning

Extended Learning Mentor Names and emails:  

Primary contact: 

Emily Haagenson Instructional Designer ehaagenson@jhu.edu

Keri McAvoy Instructional Design Support Specialist kmcavoy1.ctl@jhu.edu                                                                           

Lauren Dana Instructional Designer Specialist ldana1@jhu.edu

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 2

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: 

All program focus areas

The EduNavigator AI Project invites Maryland educators into a collaborative design process to

develop an AI-powered tool that supports the educators of students with significant cognitive

disabilities. The AI model will be trained to recommend tailored evidence-based practices that

promote meaningful engagement within general education settings. Through a co-creation

process, educators will partner with JHU CTE to design resources, build leadership, share

ownership, and champion its use throughout the state while deepening their understanding of AI.

The EduNavigator AI tool holds promise for expansion, with the potential to incorporate additional

resources and reach broader audiences over time.

Extended Learning Mentor Name: Dr. Jennifer Kouo, Jeannie Chipps 

Extended Learning Mentor Email:  jennifer.kouo@jhu.edu, jchipps3@jhu.edu

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 2 

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: 

Dr. Mary Ellen Beaty-O’Ferrall Associate Professor • Faculty-Clinical School of Education

Description of the Opportunity: This position would provide opportunities for an individual to become part of a small team that directs a teacher preparation program. The program recruits and prepares candidates Individuals would assist to become STEM educators in Baltimore City Public Schools.  The positions would provide opportunities to learn about STEM teacher preparation and STEM instruction. This individual would assist with the following activities:

1. Field Placement Coordination & Data Management: Updating and maintaining placement tracking sheets and preparing summary reports.

2. Teacher Candidate Experience Tracker: Creating dashboards to analyze logged hours, types of experiences (such as observations and co-teaching), and school contexts.

3. Weekly Planning & Program Observation: Assisting with agenda creation, meeting facilitation, and overall project planning.

4. Applied Research Connection: Supporting data collection and feedback on field experiences, including survey design.

5. Recruitment Initiatives: Assisting with interview schedules and recruitment events

Extended Learning Mentor Name: Dr. Mary Ellen Beaty-O’Ferrall

Extended Learning Mentor Email: mebo@jhu.edu

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 4

Description of the Opportunity: 

JoyPrac, an online education company headquartered in Shanghai, was co-founded by graduates from the Class of 2023 of the ITGL program at Johns Hopkins University.

As an innovation-driven enterprise, we specialize in practical English education. Our team comprises members from around the world, bringing a wealth of educational resources and expertise that positions us at the forefront of educational innovation. We have developed an interactive and engaging English learning ecosystem designed to stimulate students' passion for learning and enhance their language skills.

Informed by the knowledge and principles acquired during our studies at Johns Hopkins University, we are dedicated to nurturing a community of compassionate and socially responsible global citizens who can contribute positively to societal progress and development. Through our efforts, students not only gain proficiency in English but also grow into empathetic individuals actively involved in community engagement.

Mentor for Extended Learning: Carol Tian, Angelia Lin

Contact for Extended Learning: Carol TIAN - email: joyprac@gmail.com

1）Teaching Assistant

- Assist teachers during lessons and provide support to students

- Track and document student performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement

2）Curriculum Engagement

-Engage in collaborative meetings with teachers to discuss and refine course content.

-Provide innovative ideas and recommendations to enhance lesson plans and teaching strategies.

3）Promotion Support

- Assist with content creation, and write posts

- Collaborate with the team to develop social media strategies for platforms like Xiaohongshu and WeChat Official Accounts.

4）Preparation for the Shanghai Offline Education Summit

- Assist in developing a detailed schedule for the event

- Reach out to potential attendees via email or WeChat to provide event details and answer inquiries

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 6

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Teachers

Description of the Opportunity: Students will engage in activities and research within the educational leadership track, working closely with an experienced school leader. This relationship will provide students with individualized guidance, opportunities to observe and reflect on leadership practices, and space to apply theory to real-world educational challenges. Students will be expected to assist with modeling instructional scenarios that support creativity and data analytics within educational systems, while receiving constructive feedback and coaching to refine their skills.

Lauralton Hall emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive environment where all students feel supported. 

The program encourages open dialogue and mutual respect, ensuring that every participant’s voice is heard and that

learning is a collaborative, empowering experience.

Extended Learning Contact Name: Beth Coyne

Extended Learning Contact Email: bcoyne@lauraltonhall.org

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 4

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Teachers

Description of the Opportunity: Dr. Xuan Weng is responsible for developing her own curriculum to teach middle school American students Mandarin a private school in Baltimore. She is looking for students to engage with helping to design curriculum, assisting in her classroom, helping with research/conference presentations, and helping with cultural/outreach projects, etc. 

Extended Learning Contact Name: Dr. Xuan Weng

Extended Learning Contact Email: xweng@mcdonogh.org

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 3

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: CEO and Owner

Description of the Opportunity: Assisting with: 

~  Competitive Market Analysis

~  Researching and helping write white papers

~  Cursory literature reviews

~  Project management

~  Content Creation & Content Editing

~  New Product Development

Extended Learning Mentor Name: Mustafa Wahid

Extended Learning Mentor Email: mwahid2@jhu.edu

Description of the Opportunity:

Jiangsu Chunyu Education Group Co., Ltd., founded in the 1990s, is a nationally renowned "Top 40 Private Book Enterprise in the 40 Years of Reform and Opening-up" and has been consistently recognized as a "Most Influential Private Book Enterprise," a "Top 30 Jiangsu Private Cultural Enterprise," and a "Top 10 Nanjing Cultural Enterprise."

This extended learning program offers the position of Educational Research Specialist. This opportunity will allow students to learn about method to conduct original questions and gain access to newly assembled content from the company’s other products. Then, students will be asked to create original content for the company’s product using new curricula, question types, exam methods, materials, and contexts. Students will design practice exercises (e.g., lesson drills, topic-specific drills, unit/term assessments) aligned with regional exam structures, incorporating past papers, mock questions, and new content.

Monitoring market trends for new products across selected academic stages and subjects and producing research reports on educational content for smart hardware will be optional.

Extended Learning Contact Name: Qiyuan (Daniel) Yan

Extended Learning Contact Email: qyan14@jh.edu/yanqiyuan@cyjy.com

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 10

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Individuals

Description of the Opportunity: NCR Eduservices specializes in online tutoring, Education outsourcing, support services for educational institutions, content development and recruitment for educational institutions. Our 1,50,000+ teacher make us stand ahead of the competition. we feel that every institution is different and they have specific need which cannot be compared to other. We always ensure that the requirements are met without any compromise with quality. 

Opportunities in Research opportunities in the following areas: Learning Processes, Entrepreneur in Education, STEM, Teacher Training, Global Teaching

Extended Learning Contact Name: Amit Gupta

Extended Learning Contact Email: amit@ncreduservices.com

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 5

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Various Mentors

Description of the Opportunity: Students have the unique opportunity to collaborate with the Perfectly Me team, focusing on the entrepreneurial aspects of launching and growing social-emotional learning programs. This includes assisting with the marketing and promotion of the Perfectly Me Superhero Club and Perfectly Me Girls Club, which serve early elementary through middle school students. Additionally, students will work closely with the CEO to develop and expand community service initiatives across the region, learning vital skills in community outreach, business development, and program implementation.

Extended Learning Contact Name: Raquel Whiting Gilmer 

Extended Learning Contact Email:  raquelwhiting@gmail.com

Dr. Eric Gutgarts received his master's degree in mental health counseling from NYU and his doctorate in entrepreneurial leadership from Johns Hopkins University. 

Dr. Gutgarts is an Adjunct Professor in the graduate mental health counseling program at the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development and 

has been an Extended Learning Mentor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Education for several years. In this role, he mentors over a dozen graduate students each year who are earning their master's degree in education with a focus on International Teaching, Entrepreneurship in Education, and Global Leadership. Dr Gutgarts' dissertation focused on the mental health experience of intercollegiate athletes. He uses a cognitive-behavioral orientation with solution-focused and psychodynamic approaches to meet clients' needs. Dr. Gutgarts works with college students, industry professionals, athletes, and entrepreneurs. As the Co-Founder of EQ Therapy, Dr. Gutgarts is passionate about supporting as many high-performing individuals and couples who want to develop more emotional intelligence through an evidence-based treatment modality.

Dr. Mark Louie has an empirical background in both psychology and performance science. He earned a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and also holds a doctorate in Exercise Physiology from the same institution, where his research focused on the positive effects of strength training on mental health outcomes. Dr. Louie worked closely with the Sport Psychologist of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets during the 2021 NBA Draft to help develop transition support and highlight potential needs for amateur players' adjustment into professional basketball. He is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and currently lead the Championship Performance program within a Division I athletic department. As a Co-Founder of EQ Therapy, he believes the therapeutic process should be a collaborative, high-energy, and emotionally attuned to develop emotional intelligence at the highest level. Drawing from his experience in high-performance environments at Columbia Athletics, his clinical work focuses on mindfulness, cognitive reframing, and strategic goal setting.

Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 15