Pennsylvania LETRS: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling
PA LETRS Module 8, 2nd Ed.: Assessment for Prevention and Early Intervention
Session Dates
Wednesday February 03, 2016 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM - PaTTAN - CENTRAL
Closed
Module 8 distinguishes screening and progress monitoring assessments from diagnostic and outcome assessment. This module reviews the rationale for the early screening with fluency-based measures and teaches how to use a developmental spelling inventory. (Focus: Grades Kindergarten through Third Grade)
Objectives
Module 8 Attendees will:
- Explore in depth the use of screening and progress monitoring as a basis for instructional decision-making.
- View and practice interpreting screening data for the purpose of making instructional decisions.
- Examine spelling errors, writing samples, and other informal assessments in the context of case study analysis.
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.
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.