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Immersion work as a kick-off to new learning includes some of the most rigorous, energizing and joyful experiences of a new unit in reading or writing. During this time, the…
In a world where students can personalize their music, TV, movies, photos and even “friends” they are often turned off and tuned out to one-size-fits-all instruction. Personalization is what our…
Participants will get an overview of planning tools and frameworks from Inspire Citizens and discuss a variety of student examples to look at how to embed media and the potential…
Teachers often wonder about and search for the latest and greatest texts. We ponder which texts to share with students and use in instruction. However, finding, planning, and using a…
A traditional view of the writing process has many of us inviting students to revise after drafting. At that point, we share that authors revisit their work with new eyes,…
This session will provide an overview of issues regarding student note taking, identify the elements needed for effective note taking, and offer potential strategies for teachers to implement those elements…
Understanding the qualities and demands of various text levels and genres supports high-impact instruction for all readers. With this knowledge, we can prioritize and plan for the most impactful lessons…
We?ve entered, bravely, if not entirely confidently, a new world of education: ?remote learning?, economic peril, and the existential surreality of an uncertain future. How do we, as empathetic educators,…
Participants of this exciting and practical professional learning experience will gain invaluable instructional strategies to foster community, collaboration, conversation, and accessibility, inclusivity, and vision through classroom read- and video-alouds! Audience:…
Finding, reading, and referencing, quality sources has been a challenge for students for time immemorial, but this task has perhaps never been as daunting as it is today, with a…