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Reading Comprehension: What, Why, and How
The Science of Reading does include comprehension! Explore what reading comprehension is, why it matters, and how to incorporate instructional practices based in the Science of Reading to support comprehension.
Literacy Courses | Asynchronous, Online, Webinar
Dec 1, 2023
Neurodiversity-affirming Social Cognition: Updated Approaches
No two brains are the same. All great minds learn differently, yet we all live in the same world. This presentation is designed to give professionals an opportunity to learn about how to teach social cognition within a neurodiversity-affirming framework.
Social-Emotional Learning Courses | Online, Synchronous, Webinar
May 9 | 3:00–4:30 PM ET
Reading Comprehension and Executive Functioning
Teaching reading is rocket science! What are the inner workings of the mind, and how do they enable reading comprehension? Participants will learn about the processes that comprise executive function, how they are measured, and how they relate to reading comprehension and instruction.
Assessments & Evaluation Courses | Online
May 21 | 3:30–6:00 PM ET
IEP Goal Writing Aligned to the Science of Reading
As educational practices become more centered around the Science of Reading, it can be difficult to know how to shift IEP goals to reflect the evidence-based practices used in instruction. Learn how to write IEP goals that are clearly aligned to the Science of Reading benefits everyone: students, families, and educators.
Literacy Courses | Online, Synchronous, Workshop
March 15 & April 12
Participants must sign up for both workshops
Wilson Reading System® Level 1 Certification
Gain the knowledge and skills critical to providing intensive support for struggling readers and spellers and students with language-based learning disabilities. The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) Level I Certification program is designed to prepare teachers to effectively implement WRS Steps 1–6. It deepens teachers’ content knowledge and offers a supervised practicum that allows teachers to apply and practice skillful use of research-based strategies.
Wilson Language Training Courses | Asynchronous, Course, Online, Synchronous
Oct 17, 2023–Aug 31, 2024
Structured Literacy Collaborative II
Take your structured literacy know-how to the next level and help support every reader. The Stern Center’s Structured Literacy Collaborative II—a new Lead to read offering—goes beyond the fundamentals, giving you the in-depth knowledge and specialized support you need to improve literacy outcomes in your classroom. The Collaborative empowers educators with evidence-based literacy practices, data-based decision-making, informative workshops, and transformative coaching.
Literacy Courses | Course, Online, Synchronous
2023–2024 Literacy Workshops and Group Meetings:
Session 1 | Sept 20
(the first session will be available as recording for anyone who can’t join in September)
Session 2 | Nov 29
Session 3 | Jan 17
Session 4 | Mar 27
Session 5 | May 22
Literacy Coaching Sessions:
Oct 18, Dec 6, Feb 21, April 17, June 12
(Dates and times for small group coaching subject to change based on enrollment.)
Structured Literacy Collaborative
Gain the knowledge and support you need to improve literacy outcomes in your classroom and meet the literacy needs of every student. The Stern Center’s Structured Literacy Collaborative empowers educators with evidence-based literacy practices, data-based decision-making, informative workshops, and transformative coaching.
Literacy Courses | Course, Online, Synchronous
2023–2024 Literacy Workshops and Group Meetings:
Session 1 | Sept 21
(the first session will be available as recording for anyone who can’t join in September)
Session 2 | Nov 30
Session 3 | Jan 18
Session 4 | Mar 21
Session 5 | May 16
Literacy Coaching Sessions:
Oct 26, Dec 14, Feb 8, April 11, June 6
(Dates and times for small group coaching subject to change based on enrollment.)
Orton-Gillingham: Diagnostic Assessment Workshop Series
Participants will learn how to administer a comprehensive diagnostic assessment that can be used as a universal assessment for students in grades K–2. This assessment battery can also be used with struggling readers to determine a starting place for OG instruction and ongoing progress monitoring.
Assessments & Evaluation Courses, Orton-Gillingham Training Courses | Course, Online, Synchronous
2023
Aug 18 | 8:30 AM–3:30 PM ET
Nov 15 | 12:30–3:30 PM ET
2024
Jan 24 | 12:30–3:30 PM ET
Spelling Rules: From the Basics to the Big Three
Deepen your understanding of English orthography—the conventions and rules of our writing system, including spelling. Appropriate for teachers, parents, and even teenagers curious about the “rules” behind some English spellings, this lively two-hour virtual workshop will cover the seven spelling rules and how to teach them in the early elementary grades. It will also address basic principles of direct and explicit spelling instruction that maximize learning opportunities for elementary students.
Literacy Courses | Online, Synchronous, Workshop
Reading and Writing Assessments
This interactive course is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about reading and writing assessment. It will focus on issues related to the assessment of reading, spelling, and writing—including identifying early signs of trouble, diagnosing dyslexia and dysgraphia, and communicating test results to parents and other educators.
Assessments & Evaluation Courses | Course, Online, Synchronous
2023
Sept 5 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Sept 12 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Sept 26 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Oct 3 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Oct 17 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Oct 24 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Nov 7 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Nov 14 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Nov 28 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Dec 5 | 4:00–7:00 PM ET
Assessment Week
A convenient four-day series of live virtual seminars that will deepen your knowledge of assessment and help you gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of testing. Join nationally recognized assessment expert, Dr. Melissa Farrall, for a series of case-study investigations that will serve as a vehicle for learning about assessing student strengths and weaknesses, determining interventions, linking assessment data to instruction, and building effective strategies to support all students.
Assessments & Evaluation Courses | Online, Synchronous, Workshop
June 26–29, 2023 (Monday–Thursday)
Using Case Studies to Implement Effective Instruction
Learn practical strategies for how to analyze student data through case studies and how to respond instructionally based on student strengths and areas of need. Join nationally recognized assessment expert Dr. Melissa Farrall for a series of workshops on assessing student strengths and areas of need, determining interventions, linking assessment data to instruction, and identifying how to respond instructionally with evidence-based strategies.
Assessments & Evaluation Courses, Literacy Courses | Online, Synchronous, Workshop
1443 | April 2
1444 | April 9
1445 | April 16
1446 | April 30
1447 | May 7
1448 | May 14
