2-Part Webinar Recording: Using the Workshop Model in High School English Language Arts (ELA) Classrooms

High school teachers are tasked with an important challenge: teach our youth how to be powerful writers, access complex texts, effectively use discourse and academic language, and justify their reasoning using evidence…all while fostering personal growth and development. That is significant! Learn how implementing the workshop model in your ELA classroom can help support your learners in accomplishing all of the above. The ELA workshop addresses methods for supporting learners through whole group, small group, and individual instructional opportunities in order to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

FACILITATOR:

Heather Anderson

CESA 6 Literacy Consultant

PART 1 (3 hours)

MODULE 1:

1. Understand different literacy approaches in reading and writing
2. Discuss how the Gradual Release of Responsibility model supports the workshop model

MODULE 2:

1. Examine the workshop structure in the high school ELA classroom
2. Discuss the role of the teacher: establishing routines and norms

PART 2 (3 hours)

MODULE 3:

1. Discuss collaborative strategies to improve discourse and use of academic language
2. Practice writing strategies that can immediately be applied in your classroom

MODULE 4:

1. Explore how to effectively manage independent learning opportunities (What are the other students doing?)
2. Examine texts through the lens of skills and strategies

INTENDED AUDIENCE

• 9^th-12^th grade ELA teachers interested in implementing or enhancing the workshop model as well as leadership team members
• 9^th-12^th grade teachers, reading specialists, literacy coaches, instructional leaders, and principals.

MATERIALS:

• Note-taking materials (personal preference).
• An open mind and willingness to explore new learning.

COST:

• $150 per registrant includes
  • One-week access to each, part 1 (modules 1-2) and part 2 (modules 3-4)
  • Access to shared materials and resources

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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.