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Vocabulary: Words Matter (Grades 5+)

Vocabulary: Words Matter (Grades 5+)

Explore the profound connection between vocabulary and knowledge development in grades 6-12, and how a rich and nuanced lexicon serves as a cornerstone for students' comprehension of curriculum content.

Participants will explore strategies to not only enhance students' word consciousness but also to leverage vocabulary as a tool for critical thinking and understanding complex concepts. Join us in examining the transformative impact of vocabulary knowledge on elevating reading comprehension and fostering a deeper engagement with the written word.

This is a one-day event held on November 6, 2024 from 8:30am to 3:30pm.

♦ Additional discounts available for groups of 3-9 and 10+ participants within the same district attending the same session. Please emailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for registration details and discount codes! ♦ 

“Teaching Reading Sourcebook” (3rd edition) by Honig Diamond Gutlohn is required for this session. Your registration for this event includes the price of the book, which will be provided to you at the time of the event. If you already own this book, or if you have signed up for another literacy event through ROE 4 at full price, please use the following coupon to discount your price at checkout: literacy100off

Session presented by Dr. Danielle Klein.

Registration Deadline: Mar 17th at Noon!

Event Properties

Event Date 11-06-2024 8:30 am
Event End Date 11-06-2024 3:30 pm
Cutoff date 11-01-2024 12:00 pm
Capacity 60
Individual Price $250.00
Contact Hours 6
Credit Options Professional Development Credits (PDC)
Location ROE Main Training Room
Scholarship Applications Available

The Winnebago County Retired Teachers Association is currently accepting applications for the Blanche J. Martin Scholarship, the Fred Kunz Memorial Scholarship, and WCRTA Secondary Education Scholarships. Please visit their website at www.winnebagocountyrta.org and click "Unit Info" or stop into the Regional Office of Education to pick up an application or for more information.