LETRS Para Training

Course description

Paraprofessionals are vital to the success of our English Language Learners. But even when districts recognize their importance, too often the paras are not given training in how to support students most effectively. This workshop will teach participants ways to support students' second language acquisition, expectations for students at various levels of language learning, ways to support students without giving the answers, and strategies to build positive relationships that are crucial for student learning. Paras will take away specific questions to ask when students seek help, positive ways to learn about and build relationships with students, and ways to support students as they learn a second language. Participants will learn: •the stages of language acquisition •ways to ask questions and provide support for students' learning •the connection of student learning to positive relationships LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Para-Training is explicit knowledge in the 5 components of reading and how to support the most needy students in your building. We will review best practices in teaching each of the components and participants will role play and practice each of the skills. Participants will learn how to be an effective reading coach, learn steps for correcting errors with students and how to keep data on those students, and get students to be more independent readers.

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Refund Policy

Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.

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