In each of these three FREE one-hour sessions, participants will explore different elements of powerful literacy teaching and learning. This mini-series of separate but interrelated sessions empowers educators to prepare and teach reading interventions. Every session will offer sample videos of teaching students from early childhood, elementary and adolescent contexts. All sessions will feature practical tools and immediately applicable strategies for accelerating students’ literacy.

We are excited to have guest facilitators, Dr. Adria Klein and Dr. Deb Simm Rich, join us for this series!

Feb. 13 – Gathering Data During Focused Learning Groups
Discover an easy way to listen to several students reading at once, record powerful observational notes, differentiate for individual and immediate needs, deliver responsive teaching, and so much more.

Feb. 21 – Expanding English Vocabulary in Any Student Language
Explore a strategic method of instruction based on student assets, which also honors student culture, inspires bridging between languages, extends student registers, and strengthens student relationships.

Feb. 27 – Writing & Sketching in Response to Reading
Delve into this strategy for consolidating understanding, valuing student voice, that allows teachers to tap into students’ talents and reactions, encouraging student agency