This two-day seminar is designed to support educators in helping students with language-based learning disabilities (LBLD) improve their written expression skills. The seminar will begin with a comprehensive overview of LBLD, with a specific focus on expressive language challenges. The seminar will introduce effective strategies to scaffold oral and written expression at both the word and sentence levels. Participants will learn the benefits of a process-driven approach to paragraph and multi-paragraph writing, along with specific activities, models, and resources for integrating these strategies across the curriculum, particularly within thematic units.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Describe the connection between oral and written language
- Identify the hidden demands of writing, especially for students with LBLD
- Create practical lessons and activities at the word, sentence, and paragraph/multi-paragraph levels
Level
This seminar is most appropriate for educators at the upper elementary, middle, and high school levels.
Materials
The following text is required for all participants:
Jennings, T.M. & Haynes, C.W. (2018). From talking to writing: Strategies for scaffolding narrative and expository writing. Prides Crossing, MA: Landmark School Outreach Program.
Additional 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.
