Event Date | 09-11-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 09-12-2024 10:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 09-09-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 30 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Event Date | 09-18-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 09-18-2024 8:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 09-16-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 35 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the sheer amount of information related to literacy instruction? Embark on a comprehensive journey into the heart of literacy instruction with our foundational event—a gateway to a series of comprehensive workshops designed exclusively for PreK-12 educators.
Participants will delve into the evolution of literacy education, gaining crucial insights into its historical context. From the roots of literacy to the branches of modern methodologies, this event will equip educators with a holistic understanding of the field of literacy, as well as prepare them for our upcoming series of literacy workshops.
Join us on September 25th at the starting line of this immersive literacy journey, where the pages of the past and the future converge to illuminate the path towards elevating literacy instruction in your classroom.
We highly encourage those interested in any of our literacy events to attend this first, comprehensive overview session!!
Event Date | 09-25-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 09-25-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 09-23-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Explore the crucial role of fluency as the bridge between decoding and comprehension in grades K-4, while recognizing that fluency is not solely about speed but encompasses a blend of accuracy and expressive reading.
Participants will dig into the intricate components of fluency—accuracy, rate, and prosody—through hands-on activities and modeling to grasp how they collectively serve as the linchpin connecting the foundational skill of decoding to the higher-level cognitive process of comprehension.
This is a one-day event on September 26, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Registration Deadline: September 23rd at Noon!
Event Date | 09-26-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 09-26-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 09-23-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Event Date | 10-02-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 10-03-2024 10:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 09-30-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 30 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Explore the crucial role of fluency as the bridge between decoding and comprehension in grades 2-5, while recognizing that fluency is not solely about speed but encompasses a blend of accuracy and expressive reading.
Participants will dig into the intricate components of fluency—accuracy, rate, and prosody—through hands-on activities and modeling to grasp how they collectively serve as the linchpin connecting the foundational skill of decoding to the higher-level cognitive process of comprehension.
This is a one-day event on October 8, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Registration Deadline: Oct 4th at Noon!
Event Date | 10-08-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 10-08-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-04-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Delve into the "why" of early (PreK - 2) literacy acquisition and its pivotal role in fostering reading success. This workshop will unravel the intricacies of print awareness, letter knowledge, phonological awareness, and phonics.
Through an exploration of these topics, participants will gain a fundamental understanding of the connection between sounds and letters and the rationale for effective decoding strategies. By focusing on the "why" behind each facet, this event aims to empower teachers with a deeper understanding, enabling them to make informed instructional choices and fortify the literacy foundations of their students.
This is a one-day event held on October 9, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Registration Deadline: Oct 7th at Noon!
Event Date | 10-09-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 10-09-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-07-2024 12:00 pm |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Event Date | 10-09-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 10-09-2024 8:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-07-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 35 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Join us for an extraordinary day of virtual professional development at the Illinois Technical Assistance Project's VIRTUAL Institute.
The IL SLD Support Project is excited to collaborate with various Illinois Technical Assistance Projects to present a diverse array of sessions tailored for educators across all grade levels and subject areas. Event is hosted by IL SLD Support Project.
The event link will take you to the IL SLD Support Project's website for registration.
Whether you're a special education teacher, general education teacher, administrator, or paraprofessional, this conference has something for everyone.
Our sessions will cover a broad range of topics including:
* Academic support in reading, writing, and math; * Understanding dyslexia; * Navigating autism in the classroom; * Harnessing the power of technology in education; * Effective behavior management strategies; * Early childhood education insights; * Classroom management techniques; * Innovative instructional strategies; * Promoting inclusive practices
Don't miss out on this opportunity for professional growth and collaboration! Save the date and stay tuned for more details on registration and session schedules. We look forward to seeing you there!
Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 10th at Noon!
Event Date | 10-11-2024 7:00 am |
Event End Date | 10-11-2024 1:35 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-10-2024 12:00 pm |
Individual Price | FREE |
Contact Hours | 6.5 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Event Date | 10-16-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 10-16-2024 8:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-14-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 35 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Get your pencils out! Participants will explore the pivotal role of writing as the conduit through which students articulate, process, and shape their understanding of the world. From fostering creative expression to honing analytical skills, this event will equip PreK-2 educators with tools to guide students in developing a strong, authentic voice.
Join us in unlocking the potential of writing as a transformative force, empowering students to articulate their thoughts, emotions, and perspectives with clarity and confidence. Together, let's cultivate a classroom environment where writing becomes a profound gateway to self-discovery and meaningful connection with the world around us.
This is a one-day event held on October 21, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Registration Deadline: October 17th at Noon!
Event Date | 10-21-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 10-21-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-17-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Get your pencils out! Participants will explore the pivotal role of writing as the conduit through which students articulate, process, and shape their understanding of the world. From fostering creative expression to honing analytical skills, this event will equip 6th-8th grade educators with tools to guide students in developing a strong, authentic voice.
Join us in unlocking the potential of writing as a transformative force, empowering students to articulate their thoughts, emotions, and perspectives with clarity and confidence. Together, let's cultivate a classroom environment where writing becomes a profound gateway to self-discovery and meaningful connection with the world around us.
This is a one-day event held on October 22, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Registration Deadline: Oct 18th at Noon!
Event Date | 10-22-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 10-22-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-18-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Get your pencils out! Participants will explore the pivotal role of writing as the conduit through which students articulate, process, and shape their understanding of the world. From fostering creative expression to honing analytical skills, this event will equip 9th-12th grade educators with tools to guide students in developing a strong, authentic voice.
Join us in unlocking the potential of writing as a transformative force, empowering students to articulate their thoughts, emotions, and perspectives with clarity and confidence. Together, let's cultivate a classroom environment where writing becomes a profound gateway to self-discovery and meaningful connection with the world around us.
This is a one-day event held on October 23, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Event Date | 10-23-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 10-23-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-21-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 12 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the sheer amount of information related to literacy instruction? Embark on a comprehensive journey into the heart of literacy instruction with our foundational event—a gateway to a series of comprehensive workshops designed exclusively for PreK-12 educators.
Participants will delve into the evolution of literacy education, gaining crucial insights into its historical context. From the roots of literacy to the branches of modern methodologies, this event will equip educators with a holistic understanding of the field of literacy, as well as prepare them for our upcoming series of literacy workshops.
Join us on October 29th at the starting line of this immersive literacy journey, where the pages of the past and the future converge to illuminate the path towards elevating literacy instruction in your classroom.
We highly encourage those interested in any of our literacy events to attend this first, comprehensive overview session!!
Event Date | 10-29-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 10-29-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-24-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Event Date | 10-30-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 10-30-2024 8:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-28-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 35 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Explore the profound connection between vocabulary and knowledge development in grades Pre-K - 4, and how a rich and nuanced lexicon serves as a cornerstone for students' comprehension of curriculum content.
Participants will explore strategies to not only enhance students' word consciousness but also to leverage vocabulary as a tool for critical thinking and understanding complex concepts. Join us in examining the transformative impact of vocabulary knowledge on elevating reading comprehension and fostering a deeper engagement with the written word.
This is a one-day event held on November 4, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Event Date | 11-04-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 11-04-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 10-30-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
This presentation will provide participants with an understanding of the key components of explicit instruction. Explicit Instruction will be defined, research supporting its effectiveness will be provided, and key principles including application into lesson planning and instructional delivery will be outlined. Concrete examples of explicit instruction and its application will be provided along with a discussion of assessment's role in decision-making and generalization planning. Participants will leave with a practical instructional toolbox to enhance their teaching skills and foster inclusive learning environments.
Target Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers and school personnel that support students with specific learning disabilities.
Event Date | 11-05-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 11-05-2024 11:30 am |
Cutoff date | 11-01-2024 4:00 pm |
Individual Price | FREE |
Contact Hours | 3 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Explore the profound connection between vocabulary and knowledge development in grades 6-12, and how a rich and nuanced lexicon serves as a cornerstone for students' comprehension of curriculum content.
Participants will explore strategies to not only enhance students' word consciousness but also to leverage vocabulary as a tool for critical thinking and understanding complex concepts. Join us in examining the transformative impact of vocabulary knowledge on elevating reading comprehension and fostering a deeper engagement with the written word.
This is a one-day event held on November 6, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.
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Registration Deadline: Mar 17th at Noon!
Event Date | 11-06-2024 8:30 am |
Event End Date | 11-06-2024 3:30 pm |
Cutoff date | 11-01-2024 12:00 pm |
Capacity | 60 |
Individual Price | $250.00 |
Contact Hours | 6 |
Credit Options | Professional Development Credits (PDC) |
Event Date | 11-06-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 11-07-2024 10:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 11-04-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 30 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |
Event Date | 11-13-2024 6:00 pm |
Event End Date | 11-13-2024 8:00 pm |
Cutoff date | 11-11-2024 7:00 pm |
Capacity | 35 |
Individual Price | $10.00 |