Content Instruction PLUS: Blending Content Instruction with Literacy (Grades 6-12)

This workshop is based on the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project approach to teaching content while blending in vital literacy skills articulated in the Common Core State Standards. Within the workshop, participants will learn instructional methods they can take back and implement in their content right away.

We will explore both the WHAT and HOW of balancing content and disciplinary literacy skills. We will focus on teaching students to transfer comprehension and writing skills across the disciplines.

This Workshop will be a good fit for those ready to integrate CCSS-Disciplinary Literacy into course content. While this workshop ties in well with districts implementing The Reading and Writing Units of Study from Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, this is not a requirement. All participants will glean information to strengthen instruction in any discipline.

Workshop objectives

• Participants will explore such methods as mini-lecture, read aloud, seminar, centers, inquiry groups and primary source use.
• Participants will receive a format for planning instruction that balances teaching vital content and CCSS disciplinary literacy skills.
• Participants will explore resources to assess and plan for meaningful instruction.

Disclaimer:

CESA 6 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary needs such as vegetarian, gluten free and basic food allergies. Because of the number of meals served and the number of items used each day, along with food product changes from our food vendors, we cannot guarantee that every allergen in the food served will be identified and labeled. Guests concerned with food allergies must be aware of this risk. CESA 6 does not assume liability for adverse reactions to food consumed or items one may come into contact with while eating at a CESA 6 event. To better serve our guests with dietary restrictions or allergies, please go into your myQuickReg account and update the special accommodations section. Notice of a special dietary need must be made in advance of the event.

Cancellation Policy:

Any registration cancellation must be received at least 8 business days before event in order for a full conference fee refund to be issued (full refunds do not include service fees. Service fees are nonrefundable).Registration cancellations received 1-7 business days before an event, a refund, minus $50 for each participant, will be issued. Persons who are registered, but not in attendance on the day of the session ("no call, no show") will be charged the full registration fee. CESA 6 reserves the right to cancel any session due to insufficient enrollment. Participants will be notified by email if a cancellation occurs.