Pennsylvania LETRS: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling

PA LETRS Module 4, 2nd Ed.: The Mighty Word: Building Vocabulary and Oral Language

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Session Dates

Thursday March 19, 2015 8:15 AM - 4:30 PM - PaTTAN - CENTRAL

Closed
This event is by invitation only. You must have a registration key in order to register.

In Module 4 the focus is on building vocabulary and oral language. The learner will increase knowledge of relationships among words and the effective instructional practices to increase students’ vocabulary. (Focus: All grades)

Objectives

Module 4 Attendees will:

  • Understand the many facets of word meaning
  • Appreciate the role of vocabulary knowledge in reading comprehension

Target Audience

Teachers of reading and spelling, including literacy consultants, coaches, reading specialists, special education teachers, regular education teachers, and general and special education administrators.

Individuals attending this course must arrive on time and stay the duration of the course in order to receive Act 48 Professional Education hours. Requests for exceptions are to be brought to the attention of the individual´s Superintendent or IU Director prior to the course.


Target Audience

All participants are required to take Module 1 prior to participation in Modules 2 through 12.

Topics Covered: Literacy

Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this training. Contact: Kelly Kapp, at 717-901-2271, or "kkapp@pattan.net(Kelly Kapp email)":mailto:kkapp@pattan.net.

Event Info

Event Type:

Inservices/workshops

Credit Type:

Act 48 Clock Hour
No credit
ASHA

Presenters:

PaTTAN Educational Consultant

Event Contact:

Registration:

Marie Strobel
mstrobel@pattan.net
800-360-7282