A Dynamic Approach to Biliteracy: Translanguaging in the Dual Language Classroom
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Presenter: Olivia Mulcahy ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503008 Dynamic bilingualism and translanguaging refer to the fluid language practices that are common and natural in bilingual communities. Dual language programs can embrace dynamic bilingualism and include translanguaging practices as part of their strategic use of languages to support multilingual learners’ academics, affirm their bilingual identities, and deepen their biliteracy. Participants are invited to engage in a live online session and a module for asynchronous learning in which we will: Explore the concepts: What [...]
Using Technology with Multilingual Learners to Develop Oral Language: Explore the Who, What, Where, When, & Why
WebinarRegister Now Sign In: 3:00pm - 3:30pm Webinar: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Presenter: Maggie Essig Event ID: 215507059 Who can use technology to develop oral language? (Answer: All multilingual learners!) What does the research say about using technology with multilingual learners to develop oral language skills? Where can technology tools be easily incorporated into instruction to develop oral language skills? When should technology be used with multilingual learners to develop oral language skills? Why should you use technology to facilitate oral language development? Target Audience: K-12 Educators Note: This is an online workshop.
From Mindset to Practice: Translanguaging Strategies to be used anywhere!
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Presenter: Rachell Anderson ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503009 Explore how to create spaces for translanguaging in a classroom and during remote learning Engage in strategies that encourage the use of translanguaging to support bilingual development at school and at home Learn how to strategically plan opportunities for translanguaging in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately 90 minutes. During the webinar you will [...]
Cancelled: MTSS: Keys to Describing before Diagnosing Your English Learners’ Academic Progress
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Thursday, October 8, 2020 Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Presenter: Tracy Taylor ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503022 In this workshop, participants will: Gain an understanding of the unique difficulties ELs can face in English-based literacy instruction Explore key factors to consider that may contribute to the difficulties ELs can face in academic settings where English is used Learn how to describe in observable terms student reading behaviors that suggest academic struggle This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately [...]
Academic Language in the Content Areas; Strategies You Can Implement This Week
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenter: Michele Yanong ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503024 This fast-paced workshop introduces six tactics for transforming instruction LIVE or REMOTE Explore academic language strategies that can be tailored to your context, including content areas or general education classroom Leave with over 30 links to resources and ideas This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately 120 minutes. During the webinar you will receive access to an asynchronous learning module to [...]
Meaningful Vocabulary Instruction for English Learners
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:300 AM Presenter: Elisabeth Trost ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503012 Explore how we can make academic vocabulary instruction more meaningful and relevant for ELs Sample an approach that works particularly well for English Language Arts across grade levels Examine instructional strategies that result in generative vocabulary learning, allowing ELs to leverage what they know in their home language, especially if it’s Spanish. Consider opportunities to take this learning back to your classroom/school/district. This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning [...]
Increasing Oracy at School and at Home
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Presenter: Rachell Anderson ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503013 Examine the importance of structured oracy for multilingual learners Learn how to integrate oracy into content objectives when lesson planning Explore strategies that can be utilized to increase oracy in the classroom and at home during remote learning This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately 90 minutes. During the webinar you will receive access to an asynchronous learning module to be [...]
Aprendizaje académico en español: grados 3er-5to
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Presenter: Cristina Sanchez-Lopez ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503014 Participantes en este taller examinarán: Estrategias para el desarrollo de vocabulario académico Integrar la lecto-escritura con la enseñanza del contenido académico Revisar materiales y proyectos digitales en línea This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately 90 minutes. During the webinar you will receive access to an asynchronous learning module to be completed within two weeks. After the IRC receives your completed [...]
MTSS: Keys to Describing before Diagnosing Your English Learners’ Academic Progress
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Online Session: Date: Thursday, October 22, 2020 Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Presenter: Tracy Taylor ECPD Credit Hours: 5 Event ID: 215503025 In this workshop, participants will: Gain an understanding of the unique difficulties ELs can face in English-based literacy instruction Explore key factors to consider that may contribute to the difficulties ELs can face in academic settings where English is used Learn how to describe in observable terms student reading behaviors that suggest academic struggle This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately [...]
Administrator Academy 1804: Five Key Practices for Every Teacher who Works with English Learners (ELs)
WebinarRegister Now Date: Friday, October 30, 2020 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Presenter: Sue Wagner Ideas for collaboration among educators who teach the same group of ELs Use big ideas to plan instruction while incorporating meaningful prior knowledge and vocabulary building activities into their lessons Create opportunities for students to practice their language skills through interactive activities Target Audience: Educators working with English Learners Note: This session is presented online in conjunction with the Illinois Principals Association.
