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Intentional Teaching in a Writers’ Workshop for Grades K-2
In this 8-week online graduate course for K-2 teachers, learn how writers’ workshops can develop student writing fluency.
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.
Introduction to Fountas & Pinnell Classroom™
Create authentic experiences for reading, thinking, talking, writing, and reflecting in all classroom settings.
Fireside Chat: Building a Coherent Approach to Literacy in Your School or District
Attend to learn how to incorporate a comprehensive literacy approach in your school or district.
Thinking, Talking, and Writing about Texts
In this 8-week online graduate course, teachers use behavioral evidence of student talk and writing to design instruction to deepen the level of students’ thinking about reading.
Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Sonja Cherry-Paul
This one-day workshop with Sonja Cherry-Paul will re-energize you to take your book clubs to the next level!
Kids, Books & Anti-Racism Series: Lester Laminack
Join Lester Laminack for this one-day workshop to learn how to broaden students’ view of the world through diverse literature and shared read aloud experiences.
Literacy for All Annual Conference
Nationally renowned literacy and Reading Recovery conference for PreK-8 educators.
Engaging Young Readers with Shared Reading: Remotely and Face-to-Face
In this 1-hour complimentary webinar, examine how to use shared reading in grades K-2, whether you are teaching remotely or in the classroom.
Literacy Collaborative Training
Training is held online through a combination of live, interactive sessions and on-demand learning. Participants apply what they learn and receive job-embedded coaching from Lesley University faculty as part of their coursework.
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.