English Language Arts
The English language arts initiative provides self-paced research-based modules that emphasize the most current body of evidence on the science of reading and include a collection of tools to design, differentiate, and deliver intentional reading instruction and methods for all educators to gain the necessary knowledge needed to increase student achievement. Virtual, module-aligned professional development focused on high-leverage practices provides literacy instruction and family engagement to support the achievement of literacy goals and standards for your students.
Ongoing Training Opportunity
#306194 SES-PCG: ELA Online Learning Series: Developing Strong Literacy Skills in Grades 4-8
In partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education-Special Education Services, Public Consulting Group is providing six, online modules designed specifically for educators who support students with disabilities in grades 4–8. The learning series, Developing Strong Literacy Skills in Grades 4–8, provides the research, skills, strategies, and explicit instruction teachers need to support students’ acquisition of language, advanced word recognition skills, fluency, vocabulary, and skilled text comprehension. The modules are entirely self-paced and available 24/7. Participants can earn a total of 48 hours by completing all six modules or can earn 8 hours per completed module.
The six modules in this learning series include:
Module 1: Understanding the Science of Reading
Module 2A: Exploring the Foundations of Adolescent Literacy
Module 2B: Building on the Foundations of Adolescent Literacy
Module 3: Creating Fluent Readers
Module 4: Developing Vocabulary
Module 5: Increasing Reading Comprehension
The learning series features:
Current research on how the brain learns to read
A focus on the needs of the adolescent learner
Explicit reading instructional routines
Multisensory teaching techniques
Corrective procedures to ensure students master skills
Effective partner and individual practice
Literacy assessment tools and procedures
Instructional planning based on assessment results
Sample lesson plans
Learning from the experts through video and research articles
Videos of teaching strategies in practice
Downloadable lesson planning templates and instructional strategies
ELA Virtual Learning Series: Developing Literacy Skills in Grades 4-8
Sessions provided in the 2022-23 school year included:
Virtual Session 1 - Focus on the Science of Reading and Adolescent Literacy
Virtual Session 2 - Focus on Developing Accurate and Fluent Readers
Virtual Session 3 - Focus on Making Meaning
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