Math
for English Language Learners (K-5)
Wednesdays 2/25/15 and 3/25/15 from 9:00 – 3:30 at SERC
Join us for a two day workshop
which addresses key issues for ELLs such as language acquisition principles,
appropriate scaffolding of content, assessment protocols, and effective use of
technology in an effort to maintain rigorous, standards-aligned instruction.
Participants will learn specific
math instructional strategies that provide the necessary supports to ensure
that ELL students understand and are able to apply appropriate math content.
Math Instruction for
Struggling Math Learners
Wednesday,
December 10, 2014 and Thursday, January 22, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
This
professional learning opportunity will introduce teachers to best practices in
math instruction specifically aimed at struggling math learners. It will
examine some of the research-based practices in detail and show how they align
with the CT Core Standards for Mathematics.
For more information
or to register, go to https://15-21-064.eventbrite.com
Science
Content Literacy: Grades 6-12
Friday, November 14, 2014 and
Wednesday, December 17, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
In this two day workshop science
educators will learn reading comprehension techniques that will improve
outcomes for students, grades 6-12, as well as increase their meaningful
participation and achievement in the science content area. Topics include the
authentic use of graphic organizers, content-specific vocabulary activities,
science notebooks, and reciprocal teaching strategies; receive an overview of
differentiation, gradual release, and inquiry-based instructional models; and
better understand the commonalities between literacy comprehension skills and
science processing skills.
For more information or to register go
to https://15-26-092.eventbrite.com
