- 75-minute information session for teachers and school-based professionals
- Learn about the scientific research on vocabulary development and evidence-based instruction
- Delivered by specialists in reading instruction, with content development led by Dr Anna Notley
- Offered as a public event or via school-based bookings
- Community education initiative of MultiLit
Oral language begins developing in children prior to school but because it provides the foundation for literacy it requires attention in the classroom as well. Vocabulary is highly related to reading comprehension and, like the other key elements of reading, should have explicit and systematic instruction within a rich language and literacy program.
Who should attend
This seminar is suitable for F-6 classroom and specialist teachers, school executive, and support staff as it examines the development of students from beginning to skilled readers.
What the seminar covers
This information session is designed to give teachers and other school-based professionals practical information and advice regarding effective reading instruction in word recognition that will help all children learn to read.
The session examines:
- Scientific research evidence on oral language and vocabulary development
- The role of oral language and vocabulary in reading
- Evidence-based instruction for whole class, small groups, and one-to-one
- Assessment of oral language and vocabulary
- Vocabulary and struggling readers
Delivery mode
Delivered in a 75-minute online format, this seminar is ideal for educators who would like to learn more about oral language and vocabulary and how to develop them in students using evidence-based methods.
REGISTER FOR Seminar 4
Monday 11 November 2024
3.30pm-4.45pm AEDT