SUMMER 2008 Courses
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Bibliotherapy in the Early Childhood Setting (Pre-School - Grade 3) SETE513N
Bibliotherapy is the art of using children's literature to help children understand difficult experiences and resolve developmental issues that may interfere with their growth. Participants will learn how to choose books that address developmental and experiential difficulties. They also will explore how the use of story can help children better understand their own personal experience and learn how to make books that address children's individual and group needs.
Lesley Koplow, author of Creating Schools That Heal, Where Rag Dolls Hide Their Faces, The Way Home, and Unsmiling Faces: How Preschools Can Heal, is Director of the Center for Emotionally Responsive Practice at Bank Street College of Education. She is the former Director of the Karen Horney Clinic Therapeutic Nursery in Manhattan.
June 30, July 1 and 2
Monday, Tuesday and Wendesday, 9 am - 1 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1010
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 6/29
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Clarifying Comprehension: Practical Strategies for Educators (Grades 1 - 5) TEWS671N
Teaching students to understand what they read is one of the most challenging tasks for teachers; however, there are numerous strategies that offer ways to increase student engagement in the reading process. This workshop covers schema and how to activate it, types of text and how to best teach the differences, ways to instruct with visualization techniques, using Question/Answer/Response (QAR), Think Aloud, Reciprocal Teaching, Retellings (oral and written) for narrative and expository text, and how to use it for gleaning information about student process, and ways to teach inferences from text. Please bring some stories or books you are using in your classroom.
Patricia A. Flynn is a reading and learning specialist for private schools in Manhattan, including St. Luke's, Immaculate Conception School, and The Browning School. She recently presented workshops on literacy at The Association for Teachers of Independent Schools (ATIS) and at the International Orton Dyslexia conferences, held in NYC.
July 21
Monday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
.6 CEU only $265
Materials fee $5
Registration Deadline: 7/14
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Dynamic Oral Reading Experiences to Inspire Older Readers (Grades 3 - 8)
Reading aloud by students can engage reluctant readers as well as inspire enthusiastic readers to think more deeply about literature. In addition, a vibrant oral reading tradition builds classroom community and provides incomparable training in high-quality listening and respectful communication. This course will offer numerous strategies for teaching your students to use their own voices to connect with literature and poetry and bring it to life. In this inspiring, hands-on, and highly practical workshop you will begin by developing your own skills and style as a reader-aloud. In addition, you'll learn and practice techniques for teaching students how to: select literature that has meaning for them; read aloud with confidence, depth, and grace; and use oral readings as a forum in which to practice active listening and supportive feedback.. Choral readings, unconventional read-aloud choices, sophisticated approaches to rhythm and rhyme, and the use of music to underscore readings (among other strategies) will all be explored as tools for building fluency and encouraging personal connections to literature. Please come to the class with a story or artifact to introduce yourself as a reader and whatever you≠re (really) reading now.
Shoshana Wolfe is the author of Your Best Year Yet! Purposeful Planning and Effective Classroom Organization (Scholastic, 2006) and is at work on new book about reading aloud to older students. She began her classroom teaching career in 1994 and has been a head teacher at Brooklyn Friends School, Little Red School House, and Public School 89 in Battery Park City. Now the mother of two small children, she works exclusively as a private tutor in Brooklyn.
July 25
Friday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
.6 CEU only $265
Materials fee $5
Registration Deadline: 7/18
The Essential Orton-Gillingham (Grades 1 - 6) SPED585N
The Orton-Gillingham method of teaching decoding, spelling, and handwriting is a multisensory approach that has been used successfully with children who experience difficulty learning these skills. This course trains participants in the Orton-Gillingham techniques and translates high-interest comprehension activities into literacy programs. Required text: Preventing Academic Failure, by Phyllis Bertin and Eileen Perlman (Monroe Associates Publishers). The course addresses NY State English Language Arts Standards 1 and 4.
Section 1
Ginny O'Hare is the Director of Outreach at the Mary McDowell Center for Learning in Brooklyn, NY, an elementary school for children with learning disabilities. In addition, she has an extensive private tutoring practice using multi-sensory methodologies.
July 14, 15, 16, and 17
Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
2 CEU $790 / 2 credits $2120
Materials fee $75 (includes required text.)
Registration Deadline: 7/7
Section 2
Debbie Zlotowitz is the Head of the Mary McDowell Center for Learning, an elementary school for children with learning disabilities in Brooklyn, NY
August 4, 5, 6, and 7
Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
2 CEU $790 / 2 credits $2120
Materials fee $75 (includes required text.)
Registration Deadline: 7/28
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Evidence-based Strategies for Struggling Writers (Grades 2 - 8) TEWS670N
Do you ever find that after teaching writing skills, students don't use them independently in other settings? The Self-regulated Strategies Development (SRSD) model not only teaches writing through the most well-researched strategies available, such as modeling, scaffolding with graphic organizers, revising with self and peer editing checklists, but also addresses preparing students to transfer writing skills so that they become self-regulating, independent writers who use their new skills whenever they write. SRSD has been found to be the single most powerful writing strategy available. Learn about this approach and how you can customize it to your students' needs in this course.
Leslie Laud has worked as an elementary school teacher and is currently a middle school learning specialist at the United Nations International School. She has published articles on writing instruction in journals such as Teaching Exceptional Children (3/07). In addition, she has presented at conferences such the New York Branch International Dyslexia Association.
Pooja Patel is currently an English teacher at the United Nations International School in NYC. She presents at local and national conferences and has published in peer-reviewed journals such as Teaching Exceptional Children (3/07). She has worked at public and private schools in NYC as an English teacher and a learning specialist.
July 1
Tuesday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
.6 CEU only $265
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline: 6/24
Finding Diversity in Excellent Children≠s Literature (Grades Pre-K - 8) TEED629N
This course examines issues of diversity in children≠s literature and how excellent literature can help children learn about differences such as, ethnicity, race, language, gender, class, economic status, sexual orientation, and ability. Besides identifying and defining the characteristics of a literature of inclusion, topics include sexism in the heritage of European folktales, ≥extra-literary≈ considerations such as omissions and distortions in text and pictures, helping children respond to literature, the issues involved, and how to find the best multicultural literature.
Lisa Von Drasek is the Children's Librarian at Bank Street College of Education and serves as the children's literature specialist for children, parents, faculty, and graduate students. She wrote and edited the New York State Summer Reading Manual Discover 2000 Read and, in 1999, was named a Library of Congress American Memory Fellow. In addition, she served on the 2003 Newbery Committee.
July 8 and 10
Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 7/1
The Good Mini-Lesson (Grades K - 3) TEED197N
As teachers, we know what we want to teach in writing classes, but in our enthusiasm we often try to teach too many things at once. Then we are surprised when our students don't seem to be getting it. By studying our own lessons and focusing on our intentions, we can learn to plan mini-lessons that are clear, concise, and concrete. This course will show teachers, both new and experienced, how to refine their lesson plans by learning the components of a good mini-lesson. Teachers will be given many opportunities to plan, write, and practice a variety of lessons to build their students' skills and increase their enjoyment of writing.
Marjorie Martinelli is a literacy staff developer at the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. She is also the author of the Grade 1 and Grade 2 BrainQuest Math series and a contributing author of Launching the Writing Workshop (Units of Study for Teaching Writing, Grades 3-5), with Lucy Calkins (Heinemann, 2006). She was formerly a teacher at PS 77, the New York City Laboratory School for Gifted Education.
August 6 and 7
Wednesday and Thursday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 7/30
Overview of Remedial Programs for Teaching Reading and Writing (Grades K - 8 skill level) TEWS660N
This is an opportunity for educators to get a quick overview of different remedial programs many tutors have found helpful in supporting reading and writing skills. We will focus on some of the more successful approaches to supporting struggling readers and/or writers and learn which programs tend to work best with different needs. These programs are designed for (or easily modified for) use one-on-one and in small groups. Get acquainted with a variety of programs including: Visualizing and Verbalizing; Preventing Academic Failure; and Basic Writing Skills.
* This is a follow-up to the Starting Your Own Tutoring Practice.
Ginny O'Hare is the Director of Outreach at the Mary McDowell Center for Learning in Brooklyn, NY, an elementary school for children with learning disabilities. In addition, she has an extensive private tutoring practice using multi-sensory methodologies.
July 11
Friday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
.6 CEU $265 only
Materials fee $5
Registration Deadline 7/3
The Power of Connection in the Reading/Writing Curriculum (Grades K - 3) TEED546N
When children develop the behaviors of strong readers, their connection to literature deepens and they become active and enthusiastic learners. Educators need to understand how to guide children to acquire these behaviors through explicit instruction in comprehension strategies. In this class, participants will learn specific strategies for improving children's reading comprehension and reflective writing skills. These strategies will be framed around a cognitive apprenticeship approach, which focuses on modeling, coaching, and articulating strategies for students.
Marcela Moncloa is a literacy coach for Grades K - 4 in the Hackensack Public Schools (NJ). She also serves as a Bilingual and Second Language Education Consultant to the district.
July 30 and 31
Wednesday and Thursday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 7/23
Reaching Young Children Who Need More Time to Master the Reading Process (Grades K - 3) TEED565N
In every classroom, some children take longer to master beginning reading skills. Teachers, therefore, need to develop a variety of materials and approaches to help all children, and particularly those having difficulty learning to read. We will discuss and demonstrate strategies teachers can use to enhance children's decoding and encoding skills. We will also review methods and engage in activities designed to improve reading comprehension skills. Participants will have the opportunity to explore how they can use these techniques in their individual school settings. Some teaching experience is required.
Patricia A. Flynn is a reading and learning specialist for private schools in Manhattan, including St. Luke's, Immaculate Conception School, and The Browning School. She recently presented workshops on literacy at The Association for Teachers of Independent Schools (ATIS) and at the International Orton Dyslexia conferences, held in NYC. July 16 and 17
July 16 and 17
Wednesday and Thursday, 9:30 am - 5 pm
1 CEU $395 / 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline: 7/9
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Selecting and Evaluating Recently Published Children≠s Books (Grades Pre-K - 4) TEED505N
This course offers the opportunity to examine a wide selection of recently published children's books in order to develop and refine participants' selection criteria. We will identify key developmental themes and discuss how to incorporate them into the language arts class and interdisciplinary studies. New books from the Bank Street Bookstore will be available for review. For librarians, teachers, and reading specialists.
Lisa Von Drasek is the Children's Librarian at Bank Street College of Education and serves as the children's literature specialist for children, parents, faculty, and graduate students. She wrote and edited the New York State Summer Reading Manual Discover 2000 Read and, in 1999, was named a Library of Congress American Memory Fellow. In addition, she served on the 2003 Newbery Committee.
July 7 and 9
Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 6/30
Strategies and Techniques for Teaching Students on the Autistic Learning Spectrum SEWS573N
Working with students in an inclusive model means understanding various types of learning issues including: Attention Deficit Disorder, Non-Verbal Learning Disorder, Language Issues, Asperger≠s Syndrome, Central Auditory Processing Difficulty, Retrieval Issues, and Learning Disabilities. How do particular issues manifest, and more importantly what can be done within the classroom to assist these children in achieving success? Learn ways to make simple accommodations using academic techniques and collaborative learning experiences so that all your students are successful.
Patricia A. Flynn is a reading and learning specialist for private schools in Manhattan, including St. Luke's, Immaculate Conception School, and The Browning School. She recently presented workshops on literacy at The Association for Teachers of Independent Schools (ATIS) and at the International Orton Dyslexia conferences, held in NYC.
July 10
Thursday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
.6 CEU $265 (not offered for credit)
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 7/3
Supporting Emergent Literacy in the Classroom (Pre-School, Ages 3 - 5 Years) TEED630N
This course will help teachers meet the literacy standards for Pre-K programs in a developmentally appropriate fashion. We will explore:
* The role of classroom routines and environment;
* Children's expressive and receptive language skills and the components of literacy development;
* Center-based, large and small group instruction;
* Ways to read aloud effectively;
* Supporting English language learners;
* Methods of supporting children's emerging phonemic, phonological, and print awareness;
* How to create meaningful writing experiences.
Meredith Lewis is Associate Director of the Center for Early Childhood Professionals with Bank Street College's Division of Continuing Education. Ms. Lewis works with early childhood programs throughout New York City to provide specialized professional development workshops and targeted on-site support that promote best practices and high quality in early childhood classrooms.
Wanda Frankel is currently a Clinical Coordinator for the Early Childhood Playgroup Therapy Program at the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services. Previously, she was a pre-school special education teacher working with deaf children, and a staff developer and workshop facilitator for Bank Street College's Continuing Education Division.
July 21 and 23
Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395 / 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline: 7/14
Teaching Writing to Learning Disabled Children: The Writer≠s Workshop Approach in Special Education Settings (Grades 1 - 6) SPED518N
Writer's Workshop, developed by Donald Graves, Lucy Calkins, and others, is a popular method for teaching writing that encourages students to use the process practiced by professional writers. This course begins with Writer's Workshop as it was developed for a regular classroom setting, and then discusses modifications, accommodations, and adaptations in areas that present particular difficulty for students with learning disabilities. We will consider underlying causes for problems in handwriting, spelling, organization, and developing ideas, among other topics, and how to help students who struggle even to write a simple sentence that expresses their thoughts.
Rachel McBride is a sixth grade teacher at the Churchill School in NYC, a private school for students with learning disabilities. She spent her final year of graduate school at Bank Street working on a master's project to adapt Writer's Workshop for use with students who have learning disabilities.
June 30 and July 2
Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 6/23
Writing Across the Year: How to Plan and Sustain a Standards-Based Writing Curriculum (Grades K - 3) TEED594N
Students are being asked to produce ten to twelve written pieces a year and teachers are required to do more to meet the primary literacy standards, so the question becomes √ How can I do everything that's being asked of me? Long-term planning is the key; it makes teaching a lot easier. This course will show both new and experienced teachers how thoughtful, year-long planning can help them meet the new standards. Learn how to create a flexible framework from which to plan, implement, and scaffold your students' learning.
Marjorie Martinelli is a literacy staff developer at the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. She is also the author of the Grade 1 and Grade 2 BrainQuest Math series and a contributing author of Launching the Writing Workshop (Units of Study for Teaching Writing, Grades 3-5), with Lucy Calkins (Heinemann, 2006). She was formerly a teacher at PS 77, the New York City Laboratory School for Gifted Education.
August 4 and 5
Monday and Tuesday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
1 CEU $395/ 1 credit $1060
Materials fee $10
Registration Deadline 7/28
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Writing Your First Children's Book TEWS598N
So you want to write a children's book! Here is a workshop to help you get started, once and for all. In this friendly, supportive environment, class discussions will focus on all aspects of good story telling and good writing, including tone of voice, clear dialogue, characters who feel real, and beautiful language. Teachers will return to their classes with a better understanding of the writing process so that they, in turn, can help each student to find pleasure in crafting a piece of writing in his or her voice.
Amy Hest is the author of more than 35 books for children of all ages, including In the Rain with Baby Duck (winner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award), When Jessie Came Acros the Sea (Christopher Award Winner), and Kiss Good Night (a New York Times best seller and Christopher Award Winner.) Hest's focus is on family relationships and she wants you to know that everything she writes is personal!
July 1, 8, 15, and 22
Four Tuesdays, 5 - 8 pm
No credit $460 (not offered for credit or CEU)
Registration Deadline: 6/24
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