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In this presentation, we will explore practical, research-based strategies for enhancing vocabulary instruction in secondary classrooms. Participants will learn how to implement effective methods that support students in acquiring, retaining, and applying new vocabulary across various subject areas. We will discuss the importance of contextual learning, vocabulary assessment, and techniques for fostering word consciousness. By the end of the session, teachers will leave with ready-to-use tools and resources to improve students’ academic language and overall comprehension. This emphasizes both practical techniques and academic outcomes to engage teachers. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

This presentation offers actionable strategies to improve reading comprehension across all content areas in secondary classrooms. Teachers will explore methods to help students actively engage with texts, including questioning techniques, summarization, and making inferences. We will also delve into approaches for scaffolding complex texts and encouraging critical thinking to deepen understanding. By the end of the session, educators will have a toolkit of strategies to support diverse learners in becoming more confident, independent readers who can comprehend and analyze challenging material. This description focuses on practical strategies and the development of deeper comprehension skills. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

Fluency is more than just reading quickly—it's the bridge between word recognition and comprehension. In this session, secondary educators will explore practical and research-based strategies to build reading fluency across all subject areas. Participants will learn how to support students in developing automaticity, prosody, and expression to improve overall comprehension and academic success. Whether you're a language arts teacher or teach content-heavy subjects like science or social studies, this session will provide tools to help students become more confident, capable readers. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use classroom strategies, fluency-building activities, and resources tailored for middle and high school learners. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

In this session, teachers will discover they can travel for free! In the United States and all over the world, there are programs they will allow teachers to travel for professional development and create a professional learning network that will be second to none!