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Literacy Coaches and Teacher Leaders
Using the Fountas & Pinnell Literacy Continuum for In-Person and Remote Learning
In this 2-day institute, learn how to use the Literacy Continuum as a resource when teaching reading and writing in grades K-6 in a remote setting or socially-distanced classroom.
Benchmark Assessment Systems 1 & 2 Training
In this 2-day training, learn how to use the Benchmark Assessment System to inform your teaching.
Intentional Teaching in a Readers’ Workshop for Grades K-2
In this 8-week online graduate course for K-2 teachers, learn the purpose, organization, and process of a readers’ workshop.
Guided Reading: Responsive Teaching in Grades 3-8
In this 8-week online graduate course for teachers and literacy educators, learn how to plan and teach effective Guided Reading lessons in intermediate and middle school classrooms.
Guided Reading: Responsive Teaching in Grades K-2
In this 8-week online graduate course for teachers and literacy educators, learn how to plan and teach effective Guided Reading lessons in the primary grades.
Introduction to Fountas & Pinnell Classroom™ for In-Person and Remote Learning
This 2-day training introduces a system for teaching students that creates authentic experiences in reading, thinking, talking, writing, and reflecting.
Word Study: Teaching Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling in Grades 3-8
In this 8-week online graduate course for teachers, learn the importance of systematic instruction in vocabulary, spelling, and word analysis skills in the intermediate grades and middle school.
Word Study: Teaching Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling in Grades 3-8
In this 5-day training for teachers, learn the importance of instruction in vocabulary, spelling, and word analysis skills in the intermediate grades and middle school.
Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling in the Reading & Writing Classroom in Grades K-3
In this 8-week online graduate course for teachers, learn about phonics instruction for children in grades K-3.
School Leaders Seminar
In this 4-day training for school principals and administrators, learn how to support literacy teaching in grades K–6 in a remote or socially-distanced school environment.
Upcoming Professional Development
Spelling: So Much More Than Memorization
No more test on Friday, misspell on Monday! During this two-day workshop, you will learn about the multifaceted, frequently misunderstood concept of spelling and how you can teach for strong spelling skills.
Thinking Beyond the Page: Strategies for Developing Deep Comprehension
Comprehension is a complex process and the ultimate goal of reading. Join us to learn practical strategies to support your students to go from surface-level comprehension to deep, critical thinking about what they read.
Tutoring That Works! (Complimentary Awareness Session)
What does it take to make literacy intervention effective? Join us for a complimentary webinar to explore the characteristics of effective tutoring interventions and learn what your school or district can do to ensure lasting impacts for readers who need support.