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The Role of Oral Language in Literacy with Dr. Nell Thompson

Join The Reading League Wisconsin virtually on August 28th at 6:30pm to learn evidence-aligned strategies for building oral language.  Dr. Nell Thompson will discuss the importance of oral language within literacy instruction. 

The Reading Comprehension Blueprint: Wrap-up Q&A with author Nancy Hennessy

Join The Reading League North Carolina and International Dyslexia Association North Carolina Branch as we read and discuss The Reading Comprehension Blueprint. This summer book study will begin with a kickoff session with Nancy Hennessy, author of the book and a North Carolina resident! Then, participants will have the opportunity to join virtual book study with breakout room facilitators throughout the summer to build community around this shared text. Finally, we will end our book study with Nancy Hennessy in a Q/A format about implementation.

Doing Away with the Instructional Level

Join The Reading League New York as they host Dr. Timothy Shanahan on Monday, September 16th at 4:00pm EST.  Dr. Shanahan will review the conceptional wisdom around students' instructional levels and introduce a very different conception of reading instruction that will encourage teachers to teach with grade level text. 

Project ARISE

Join The Reading League California as they host Project ARISE.  During this event, we will 1) hear from the folks at Project ARISE who will share an overview of their FREE series of self-paced online courses on literacy instruction and 2) meet in regional breakout rooms to discuss the start of the school year. 

Multilingual Learners and the Science of Reading with Dr. Gabi Bell Jiménez

This presentation will delve into the complex intersection of multilingual learners and science of reading. We will debunk common myths and misconceptions, providing evidence-based insights into effective teaching practices that support the literacy development of multilingual students. By understanding the unique challenges and strengths of these learners, educators can create inclusive and supportive learning environments that foster their academic success.

Bethany Lutheran Literacy Clinic: A spotlight on a science of reading based teacher preparation program in Minnesota

Join The Reading League Minnesota as they host Dr. Carrie Pfeifer who will talk about Bethany's Literacy Clinic.  The free clinic for Mankato area students who are in need of structured literacy instruction is producing wonderful results not only for the young learners who are improving their reading skills, but also for Bethany students who are gaining real-world teaching experience.

Book Study: Literacy Foundations for English Learners: A Comprehensive Guide to Evidence-Based Instruction by Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan

Please join state chapters of The Reading League in California, Colorado, Michigan, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, and New York, as well as Collaborative Classroom, for a four-part virtual book study on Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan's Literacy Foundations for English Learners.

This essential text gives educators a solid base in helping English learners develop strong literacy skills. 

Book study attendees will:

Gain an understanding of the essential language and literacy development of English learners
Get insight from reliable research on how to best teach English learners the key components of language and literacy 
Review evidence-based strategies, principles, and activities that will help guide instruction
Leverage technology to enhance instruction

Participants will also get the opportunity to discuss their learning with educators from across the country.

Turning the Tide in Reading Instruction

Join The Reading League Wisconsin for their 3rd annual gathering of Turning the Tide in Reading Instruction.  In person and virtual options available.  This full day event will feature Jack Fletcher, Antonio Fierro, Natalie Wexler, Freddy Hiebert, Steve Dykstra, and Terrie Noland.  

Showing of Hopeville in Concord, NH

Join The Reading League New Hampshire and the New Hampshire Department of Education for the viewing of the documentary Hopeville and participate in a panel discussion with the director Harvey Hubbell V. 

This film focuses on the literacy crisis in America.

By using evidence-based reading instruction we can change literacy outcomes for generations.

The Writing Rope: A Framework for Evidence-Based Writing Instruction” with Joan Sedita

This free webinar is an overview of The Writing Rope model for writing instruction (Sedita, 2019) that represents multiple components of writing as strands in a rope. An explanation with references to research findings will be provided for the five strands: 1) Critical Thinking (generating ideas and information, stages of the writing process), 2) Syntax (syntactic awareness, sentence elaboration, punctuation), 3) Text Structure (narrative, informational, opinion; paragraph structure; patterns of organization, 4) Writing Craft (awareness of task, audience, purpose; word choice; literary devices, 5) Transcription (spelling and handwriting fluency). Related instructional suggestions are included. This webinar will be recorded and posted to the HELP website following the event. No continuing education certificates will be issued.

Hosted by: Higher Education Literacy Partnership and The Reading League Minnesota

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