Register Now   Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 245503114 Language Expectations: Making Language Visible in Academic Content Standards Designed for educators and leaders who are responsible for the integration of English language development within content learning, this workshop will focus on Language Expectations, one of the four components of the WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework. Language Expectations are goals for content-driven language instruction. Participants will receive resources to support the implementation of Language Expectations. Essential Questions: How can Language Expectations serve as goals for content-driven language instruction? How do [...]

Register Now   Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 245503115 Foundational Literacy Skills through Meaningful Connections Join this workshop to discover methods and considerations addressing the unique needs of multilingual learners in the area of literacy. Dive into foundational literacy skills with a focus on cross-language connections and explicit oral language development. This session offers an exploration of effective strategies and guidance for enhancing literacy for multilingual learners. Audience: Primary teachers, instructional leaders, paraprofessionals

Register Now   Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024 Presenter: Shadia Salem ECPD Credit Hours: 2 hours Event ID: 245503116 Leading and Learning: Multilingual Programs   In today's increasingly diverse classrooms, multilingual programs provide a valuable pathway for nurturing students' linguistic, academic, and social-emotional development. This comprehensive workshop delves into the leadership and learning practices of multilingual education programs that prioritize equitable opportunities and maximize impact for multilingual learners. Participants will engage in reflective sessions to synthesize their learnings and develop action plans for implementing effective program practices. Target Audience: K-12 Administrators, Teacher Leaders, and Teachers