Designed to enhance direct, explicit instruction of students with language-based learning disabilities (LBLD), this two-day seminar introduces a selection of specific LBLD teaching strategies and materials to help young people achieve success in school. This is a strategy-heavy seminar with an array of supplied materials that are readily usable in a classroom. The following three core modules will be addressed: overview of language-based learning disabilities (core knowledge, best practices); organizational skills (time & materials management, planning); and academic skills (reading comprehension, vocabulary development, note-taking, pre-writing, composition).
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Define the fundamental concepts related to the term “language-based learning disabilities”
- Recognize and explain how to implement appropriate interventions for a student with organizational deficits
- Recognize and explain specific strategies for providing students with explicit instruction in reading comprehension, study skills, and writing skills
Level
This course is appropriate for educators at the middle and high school levels.
Materials
Materials will be provided on-site.
Graduate Credit
There is an option to add one (1) graduate credit to this 2-day course from Fitchburg State University. Graduate credit is optional; the cost is $210 and the non-refundable payment is made directly to Fitchburg. The timeline to opt into graduate credit is firm and details will be available once the course begins so you can make your final decision at that time.
Additional Course Logistics
- Delivery mode: In-person.
- Attendance: Live, on the date and time listed in the course information section.