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Thinking, Talking, and Writing About Texts Grades K-8

November 10, 2025

In this 8-week online course, learn how to support students in thinking deeply about their reading and in expressing their ideas through talk and writing.

Vocabulary Instruction to Build Knowledge and Deepen Comprehension (Grades 3–8)

June 17, 2025

Gain practical strategies to teach vocabulary in grades 3-8 that go beyond definitions and support students in using words with purpose, deepening comprehension, and expanding their background knowledge.

Unlocking Literacy Success for Every Student in Grades 3-8 (Complimentary Webinar)

April 28, 2025

Do you work with students who find comprehending and solving words while they read challenging? This fast-paced, practical webinar is designed to equip educators with proven ways to support learners in grades 3–8. You’ll walk away with new tools to help students build confidence and make meaningful progress.

Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling in the Reading & Writing Classroom in Grades 3-8

March 28, 2025

In this 8-week online graduate course for teachers, learn the importance of systematic instruction in vocabulary, spelling, and word analysis skills in the intermediate grades and middle school.

Phonics, Vocabulary, and Spelling in the Reading & Writing Classroom in Grades K-3

March 28, 2025

In this 8-week online course for teachers, learn about instruction in phonics, phonological awareness, vocabulary, spelling, and word study for children in grades K-3.

AI-Powered Literacy: Practical Tools to Plan, Engage, and Inspire

March 28, 2025

This hands-on training will equip you with practical strategies and the confidence to integrate AI tools into lesson planning, boost student engagement, and enhance critical thinking and creativity. Join us and take your literacy teaching to the next level with cutting-edge technology!

Spelling: So Much More Than Memorization

March 13, 2025

No more test on Friday, misspell on Monday. During this 1-day workshop, you will learn about the multifaceted, frequently misunderstood concept of spelling and how you can teach for strong spelling skills.

Engaging Vocabulary Instruction That Works for Grades 3-8 (Complimentary Webinar)

March 10, 2025

Join us for this 60-minute complimentary webinar filled with practical ways to make vocabulary learning fun, deepen word understanding, and empower students to use new words with confidence.

Phonological Awareness: What Is It and Why Is It Important? (Complimentary Webinar)

January 30, 2025

This hour-long complimentary webinar will clarify what phonological awareness is and how it is essential to children’s reading and writing development.

Thinking, Talking, and Writing About Texts

November 19, 2024

In this 8-week online course, learn how to support students in thinking deeply and critically about their reading so they can share their thinking through talk and writing.

Upcoming Professional Development

March 23 – May 12, 2026 (Spring Term II)

Thinking, Talking, and Writing About Texts Grades K-8

In this 8-week online course, learn how to support students in thinking deeply about their reading and in expressing their ideas through talk and writing.

$2,730 ($875/credit + $35/credit comprehensive fee) + required texts
March 23 – May 12, 2026 (Spring Term II)

Building Capacity Through Continuous Professional Learning

In this 8-week online course, learn how to create a healthy culture of professional learning in your school and develop your facilitation expertise.

$2,730 ($875/credit + $35/credit comprehensive fee) + required texts
January 26-March 22, 2026 (Spring Term I)

Elevating Literacy Expertise Through Coaching

In this 8-week online course, you’ll explore a variety of ways to coach teachers and foster their independence, reflection and analysis of literacy teaching and learning.

$2,730 ($875/credit + $35/credit comprehensive fee) + required texts

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