Events
Book Study: Literacy Foundations for English Learners: A Comprehensive Guide to Evidence-Based Instruction by Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan
Please join state chapters of The Reading League in California, Colorado, Michigan, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, and New York, as well as Collaborative Classroom, for a four-part virtual book study on Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan's Literacy Foundations for English Learners. This essential text gives educators a solid base in helping English learners develop strong literacy skills. Book study attendees will: Gain an understanding of the essential language and literacy development of English learners Get insight from reliable research on how to best teach English learners the key components of language and literacy Review evidence-based strategies, principles, and activities that will help guide instruction Leverage technology to enhance instruction Participants will also get the opportunity to discuss their learning with educators from across the country.
Read Alouds with Dr. Molly Ness
Join The Reading League California as they host Dr. Molly Ness who will explore the purpose and use of read alouds in the classroom.
Bethany Lutheran Literacy Clinic: A spotlight on a science of reading based teacher preparation program in Minnesota
Join The Reading League Minnesota as they host Dr. Carrie Pfeifer who will talk about Bethany's Literacy Clinic. The free clinic for Mankato area students who are in need of structured literacy instruction is producing wonderful results not only for the young learners who are improving their reading skills, but also for Bethany students who are gaining real-world teaching experience.
The Writing Rope: A Framework for Evidence-Based Writing Instruction” with Joan Sedita
This free webinar is an overview of The Writing Rope model for writing instruction (Sedita, 2019) that represents multiple components of writing as strands in a rope. An explanation with references to research findings will be provided for the five strands: 1) Critical Thinking (generating ideas and information, stages of the writing process), 2) Syntax (syntactic awareness, sentence elaboration, punctuation), 3) Text Structure (narrative, informational, opinion; paragraph structure; patterns of organization, 4) Writing Craft (awareness of task, audience, purpose; word choice; literary devices, 5) Transcription (spelling and handwriting fluency). Related instructional suggestions are included. This webinar will be recorded and posted to the HELP website following the event. No continuing education certificates will be issued. Hosted by: Higher Education Literacy Partnership and The Reading League Minnesota
Oral Language and Reading Comprehension: Implications for Classroom Instruction with Dr. Mindy Bridges
Join The Reading League Kansas as they host Mindy Bridges who will discuss the importance of oral language and reading comprehension. Attendees will leave with strategies they can implement in their classrooms.
Multilingual Learners and the Science of Reading with Dr. Gabi Bell Jiménez
This presentation will delve into the complex intersection of multilingual learners and science of reading. We will debunk common myths and misconceptions, providing evidence-based insights into effective teaching practices that support the literacy development of multilingual students. By understanding the unique challenges and strengths of these learners, educators can create inclusive and supportive learning environments that foster their academic success.
The Reading League National Conference
Join chapter leaders from across the country for The Reading League national conference. This year's conference is being held at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Chapter leadership retreat begins at 8:30am on October 15th.
Turning the Tide in Reading Instruction
Join The Reading League Wisconsin for their 3rd annual gathering of Turning the Tide in Reading Instruction. In person and virtual options available. This full day event will feature Jack Fletcher, Antonio Fierro, Natalie Wexler, Freddy Hiebert, Steve Dykstra, and Terrie Noland.
Project ARISE
Join The Reading League California as they host Project ARISE. During this event, we will 1) hear from the folks at Project ARISE who will share an overview of their FREE series of self-paced online courses on literacy instruction and 2) meet in regional breakout rooms to discuss the start of the school year.
Doing Away with the Instructional Level
Join The Reading League New York as they host Dr. Timothy Shanahan on Monday, September 16th at 4:00pm EST. Dr. Shanahan will review the conceptional wisdom around students' instructional levels and introduce a very different conception of reading instruction that will encourage teachers to teach with grade level text.
Teaching Phoneme Awareness in 2024: A Guide for Educators
Join The Reading League New Hampshire to learn more about teaching phoneme awareness in the classroom. Register Now
Intensifying Instruction Through Differentiations Across All Tiers with Dr. Jamey Peavler
Join The Reading League Oklahoma and The Reading League Kansas as they host Jamey Peavler who will provide strategies for intensifying instruction through differentiations across your multi-tiered systems of support.
