New program helps teachers learn to teach virtually

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Harris Co. Department of Education is offering teacher training and certification for educators who are heading into a unique time of in-person and virtual instruction.

The way teachers are being trained is being drastically changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

They are now learning about virtual education.

RELATED: Harris Co. schools ordered to remain closed to in-person instruction through Sept. 7

A team of educators at the Harris County Department of Education is offering a new type of training and certification program for recent college graduates or second career seekers.

The program allows teachers to learn how to teach in the classroom both in-person and virtually.

To find out more information about the alternative teacher certification program email hcdeacp@hcde-texas.org.

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