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Book Study on Readicide: How Schools are Killing Reading and What You Can Do About It by Kelly Gallagher
Participants will engage in weekly assignments designed around restoring a culture of voracious readers, using the text, Readicide: How Schools are Killing Reading and What You Can Do About It. The goal of this course is full implementation of the practical strategies outlined within this book to maximize student impact…

Teaching Writing From Content Classroom to Career, Grades 6-12
Based on the principles outlined in Teaching Writing from Content Classroom to Career, this dynamic professional learning course empowers middle and high school teachers to integrate effective writing instruction across content areas, preparing students for both academic success and future careers…

Special Educator Support: Achieving the Limited Subject Extension Certification for Secondary ELA
This comprehensive 45-hour study is designed specifically for Special Educators in New York State who are seeking to enhance their qualifications and expertise in Secondary ELA instruction. The course fulfills one requirement for obtaining the Limited Subject Extension (LSE) in ELA for Special Educators certified to teach at the secondary level…

Considerations for Designing Comprehensive Literacy Instruction for Multilingual Learners
ACARC invites you to join us for an evening of learning around multilingual learners (MLLs) and the importance of providing comprehensive instruction that addresses both language and literacy development. Our presenters will lead us in identifying cultural and linguistic considerations that impact instructional planning for literacy lessons…

Seeing Students' Thinking and Fostering Independence through AI
Join CDWP to experiment with how we can see students’ thinking more clearly and foster their independence in exploring topics and asking questions through intentional use of AI in the classroom. In this session, teachers will have the opportunity to play with AI tools including MagicSchoolAI, and engage in dialogue about considerations we should make when deciding to (and not to) include AI tools as part of instruction and assessment…

Book Study The Heart of Fiction by Kate Roberts
In this asynchronous book study of The Heart of Fiction, we will delve into the successful strategies used by teachers to increase proficiency in our students to read and understand on their own…

What the Science of Reading Says about Word Recognition Book Study
In this book study, we will unlock helpful background information that will examine current research on the science of reading and topics such as phonological awareness, sight words, and fluency. Participants will also explore practical classroom tips and techniques to help students develop word recognition skills…

Authentic Literacy Experiences in Early Childhood: Balancing Fundations and Heggerty - Part 1
This professional learning course introduces reading and writing experiences designed to supplement your Fundations and Heggerty teaching by integrating phonics skills with authentic literacy practices, boosting engagement, and fostering a love for reading and writing in early childhood classrooms…