Units of Study in Argument, Information, and Narrative Writing -Grades 5-8 - 649-604

This day will offer detailed support in the foundations of writing workshop, including ways to design units of study, teach mini-lessons, and lead small group work. This workshop will also focus on the importance of data-driven, assessment-based instruction, and understanding trajectories of skill development.

 **Please note that you must bring your school's units of study books in order to receive professional development of this kind. CESA 2 will not be providing copies. Below are links to purchase the units of study books; allow enough time to make sure you receive the books before the workshop.
Grade 6 Units of Study http://heinemann.com/products/E04714.aspx
Grade 7 Units of Study http://heinemann.com/products/E04715.aspx
Grade 8 Units of Study http://heinemann.com/products/E04716.aspx 
Bundle of all 6-8 Units of Study  http://www.heinemann.com/products/E05375.aspx

Cost: $150/person, lunch included. 

Presented by: Mary Green from the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, Columbia University
Mary Green has worked as both a classroom teacher and a literacy specialist in a large urban district. She brings experience helping teachers and administrators create cultures of learning and norms of high expectations across schools to her role as a Units of Study staff developer.
http://readingandwritingproject.org/

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