The Art and Science of Charts: Supporting Independence and Transfer through Effective Use of Charts (Grades K-5)

Do you use charts in your classroom to help make learning “stick,” but often end up feeling “stuck” instead? Educators often find themselves wondering how to use charts more effectively to support student learning. From questions such as, “How many charts is too many?” to “How can I help my students use the charts independently?” and “How can I tell if my charts are even effective?,” this workshop is here to help! When used properly, charts can be a valuable tool to support independence and transfer within the classroom. Throughout the day, participants will study how experts successfully use charts to support student learning. Collaborative discussions and hands-on experiences will allow for discovery of different types of charts and their purposes.

PRESENTED BY:

Brittany Meier

CESA 6 Literacy Consultant

OBJECTIVES
Participants will learn to:

• Use language effectively to support independence and transfer.
• Use color, icons, drawings, and photographs as tools to clarify vs. confuse.
• Engage and involve learners in the chart-making process.
• Draw visuals efficiently and effectively to enhance understanding.
• Use music, movement, and rhythm to make learning stick.
• Make charts portable.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of charts.
• Know when it's time to revise or "retire" a chart.

THIS WORKSHOP IS A GOOD FIT FOR:
Kindergarten through 5th grade teachers who are currently using charts within their classroom to support student learning, as well as reading specialists, literacy coaches, instructional leaders, and principals.

PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING:
Three anchor charts that they have created / utilized with learners this year (physical anchor charts or pictures of anchor charts).

REGISTRATION FEE*: $150 per participant

• Fee includes access to online materials and resources and lunch.
• * Principals’ registration fee is just $35 if attending with a team of at least 4 staff members.

QUESTIONS?
Contact Amy Ruppert, Program Assistant
(920) 236-0562 • aruppert@cesa6.org

Cancellation policy: Any registration cancellation must be received at least 8 business days before event in order for a full refund to be issued. 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.

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.