The Writing Toolkit for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: The Writing Process

Session Dates

Thursday October 26, 2017 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Closed

In this session, participants will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to improve writing instruction for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Topics include how to prepare students for writing, explicitly teach the writing process, and motivate students to write. As part of this workshop, participants will discuss the importance of defining the phases of the writing process. Materials selection and the use of graphic organizers and writers’ notebooks will also be addressed.

Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Identify the components of the writing process
  • Use explicit instruction to teach components of the writing process
  • Incorporate strategies for motivating and engaging students in the writing process

Target Audience

Teachers of students who are deaf or hard of hearing

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.


Topics Covered: Deaf – Hard of Hearing

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: Kristi Simpson, 800-441-3215 or "ksimpson@pattan.net (Kristi Simpson)":mailto:ksimpson@pattan.net

Event Info

Event Type:

Webinar

Credit Type:

Act 48 Clock Hour
No credit

Presenters:

Dr. Lana Edwards Santoro

Event Contact:

Registration:

Kristi Simpson
ksimpson@pattan.net
800-441-3215x7241

Content Contact:

Sue Ann Houser
shouser@pattan.net
717-901-2225