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Word Study: Pairing Joy and Purpose with Pam Koutrakos
Looking back at the recent Summer Literacy Institute at Lesley University, educator and author Pam Koutrakos discussed how to combine joy and purpose while teaching word study.
Dr. Timothy Rasinski Speaks About the Art and Science of Teaching Reading
Looking back at the recent Summer Literacy Institute at Lesley University, Dr. Timothy Rasinski spoke of how the teaching of reading is both a science and an art.
Mentor Texts: Powerful Tools for Writing Instruction
Studying the craft of writers and considering how to use what they notice develops critical thinking, versatility, identity, and creativity.
Fall 2023: 8-Week Online Graduate Courses
By enrolling in an online graduate course, you have the flexibility to learn at your own pace.
We Are Writers: A Kindergarten Journey
Literacy trainer Heather Rodman reflects on her conversations with a literacy coach in Ardsley Union Free School District, NY. Find out what contributed to these kindergarteners’ identity, agency, and independence as writers.
How to Teach Writing with Mentor Texts
What about teaching writing with mentor texts makes it essential to have in your teaching repertoire? Summer Literacy Institute guest speaker and blogger Carl Anderson breaks down the steps.
Upcoming Professional Development
Leading for Literacy: What Every School Leader Needs to Know
In this 4-day training for school principals and administrators, learn how to support literacy teaching in grades K–6.
Linking Assessment to Teaching: Reading, Writing & Word Study
In this 8-week online graduate course, teachers develop skills in systematic observation and analysis of student reading, writing, and language behaviors in order to plan effective teaching to meet student needs.
Acquiring Coaching and Teacher Leadership Expertise
In this 8-week online graduate course, you’ll better understand your role as a literacy coach or teacher leader in a school.