The Reading League Science of Reading
The Reading League Science of Reading

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.

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.  

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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