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SMART: Systematic Multisensory Approach to Reading Training Part 1 |
Several Workshops to Choose From: March 20-23, 2012 June 4-7, 2012 July 16-19, 2012 CHICAGO DATES: June 25-28, 2012 August 13-16, 2012 |
The SMART Part 1 Workshop presents a multisensory approach to teaching reading, writing and spelling across the curriculum. This approach makes it possible to meet your Response to Intervention (RTI) needs whether implementing in a Tier I, Tier II, or Tier III setting.
You will learn the skills necessary to teach phonemic awareness, the alphabetic principle (phonics), vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. This workshop utilizes methods that support classroom and special education teachers, reading specialists and paraprofessionals in presenting reading instruction. Teachers and students become involved in a process of discovery and learning in a fun, yet cognitive way that lasts a lifetime. Continuous assessments guide educators in making decisions regarding implementation for a differentiated delivery model.
SMART Workshop Participants will receive:
- Teacher Manual
- Phonemic Awareness Materials
- Syllabication Worksheets
- Guidelines for Weekly Lesson Plans
- Activity Index
- Game Black Line Masters
- Fluency Drills
- Controlled Vocabulary Stories
- Phoneme/Grapheme Mapping Keys
- Recent Reading Research and Articles
- Multisensory Materials and Techniques for Sound, Sight Word and Vocabulary Instruction
Cost: $595.00 per person; includes materials. Payment or purchase order is required to confirm registration. Early registration is highly recommended.
3 days - 2 PLUs - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Training Location:
SYLLABLES READING CENTER-ALPHARETTA LOCATION
Chicago Trainees will receive an additional materials package. See online registration page or call for additional information.
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From Words to Works: Developing Writing Skills |
Summer 2012 dates TBA |
This hands-on workshop explores useful strategies for developing students' writing skills. This presentation includes the motor component, list generation, grammar, sentence creation, paragraph development, and proofreading and editing techniques. Participants learn a structured, sequential approach to developing students' writing skills. They practice with the various teaching strategies introduced and learn techniques they can apply the very next day in their classrooms!
2 days - 1 PLU - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Presenter: William VanCleave Cost: $225.00 Location: SYLLABLES READING CENTER - ALPHARETTA LOCATION
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SMART Multisensory Spelling Workshop '12 Clock Face Rules' |
July 27, 2012 |
Learn fun, memorable ways to teach the most common spelling rules. Make 'memorizing word lists' a thing of the past! These 12 simple rules teach the spelling of thousands of words! Leave with strategies and materials you can use the next day with students of any age. SMART Workshop Participants will receive:
- Teacher Manual
- Spelling Rules
- Activities
- Worksheets
- Hands-on Instruction!
Professional Learning Units (PLUs) are available for all workshops.
In some cases one and two day workshops can be combined with longer workshops for additional professional learning unit credit.
1 Day Workshop 8:30am - 3:30pm Training will be held at Syllables Reading Center -- Alpharetta Cost: $175.00
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SMART: Systematic Multisensory Approach to Reading Training Part 2 |
July 23-25, 2012 |
This 3 day workshop will allow you to take your SMART Part 1 knowledge to the next level. This course will cover comprehension, syntax, semantics, vocabulary, morphemes, prefixes, suffixes, and more. You will learn how to teach FUN, structured, research-based lessons using hands-on teaching strategies. Materials will be provided. Cost: $595.00 per person; includes materials. Payment or purchase order is required to confirm registration. Early registration is highly recommended.
3 Day Workshop - 2 PLUs - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Training Location:
SYLLABLES READING CENTER-ALPHARETTA LOCATION |
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Response to Intervention (RtI) and Assessment |
Summer 2012 date TBA |
This one day workshop will provide an overview of the new Response to Intervention requirements and ways to assess reading progress. Participants will receive:
- Informal Observable Behavior Checklist
- Intervention Strategies and Accommodations
- Data Collection and Graphing Instruction
- Hands-On Assessment Training on Informal and Standardized Instruments 1 Day Workshop 8:30am - 4:00pm Cost: $175.00 Training Location:
SYLLABLES READING CENTER-ALPHARETTA LOCATION
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SMART Spies Camps |
Summer 2011 Dates: Alpharetta:
June 20-24 and June 27-July 1 Atlanta:
July 11-15 and July 18-22
Future dates TBA
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Join us for a fun filled week of searching for clues and following the trail to becoming a better reader! Boost the reading talents of your 5-8 year old! This fun, hands-on camp will enhance your young readers' skills by targeting: handwriting, phonemic awareness, sound knowledge and phonics. Camp runs from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Campers will receive:
- instruction from highly qualified, caring instructors
- at-home activities for reinforcement
- low student-teacher ratio Camp cost is $250.00 per week and will be held in both Atlanta and Alpharetta. After Camp is available from 1pm - 5pm for $100. Call or visit our online store to register: www.SyllablesReadingCenter.com/store
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Comprehension: The Finish Line |
TBA |
Look beyond decoding issues for reading failure. See how language, working memory, prior knowledge, gender, age and many other areas impact understanding. Learn strategies to target and bridge areas of difficulty in order to develop comprehension. |
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CHADD Parent to Parent: Family Training on AD/HD |
FALL DATES 5 consecutive Fridays: September 23rd
September 30th
October 7th
October 14th
October 21st
Future dates TBA
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What is Parent to Parent: Family Training?
- Proven parenting techniques that preserve family relationships
- Strategies for dealing with problem behaviors
- Tools to partner effectively with teachers
- Research-based information to aid in managing treatmentWeekly Topics:
Overview of AD/HD ● Assessment to Multimodal Treatment ● Developing Parenting Strategies & Positive Behavior Interventions ● Strengthening Family Relationships ● Educational Rights for Your Child with AD/HD ● Building an Education Team: Bridging the Gap Between Home and School ● Resiliency, Teen Challenges and Future Success Cost: $95.00 per couple for CHADD members or $149.00 per couple for non-members Classes held at: The Marcus Center
1920 Briarcliff Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329 11:30am-1:30pm
Call or visit our online store to register: www.SyllablesReadingCenter.com/store
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