Coach's Corner: Administrator Webinar Series
Really Great Reading's "Coach's Corner is a series of on-demand webinars tailored for administrators and coaches. This initiative is centered on building the capacity of coaches, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively observe and evaluate key components of foundational skills lessons.
The webinar series is divided into two distinct areas:
- Phonemic awareness Parts 1 and 2
- The Science of Oral Language Parts 1 and 2
Through this targeted training, coaches will be better prepared to guide teachers in enhancing their instructional techniques, ultimately supporting improved student outcomes.
For 18 years, Really Great Reading has been a leader in providing Science of Reading professional development. We have seen educators nationwide embrace the Science of Reading, and have witnessed remarkable transformations.
Phonemic Awareness
We will guide you through a simplified roadmap, highlighting the most exciting developments in phonemic awareness instruction and equipping you with tools to identify red flags and avoid roadblocks.
Part 1: Empower
- Understand the research and guiding principles behind phonemic awareness instruction
- Showcase effective activities to facilitate educators' ability to enhance literacy development
Part 2: Equip
- Learn how to identify red flags in phonemic awareness instruction
- Understand its implications for student learning
- Get the skills to implement effective remediation strategies to optimize literacy instruction outcomes
The Science of Oral Language
This series focuses on the impact of oral language and the critical role of screening and remediation. Its goal is to enhance the expertise of coaches and literacy leaders by equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively observe and evaluate key aspects of language instruction. Participants will learn how to identify specific steps to improve oral language skills for all students.
Part 1: Empower
- Understand the research and guiding principles behind oral language as a fundamental component of literacy learning and the Science of Reading movement
- Experience the ease and impact of an accessible screening tool to enhance oral language and literacy development for all students
Part 2: Equip
- Learn how to identify root causes of oral language delays and impairments
- Begin to identify oral language gaps with a practical and easy to use screening tool
- Gain instructional strategies and the coaching moves designed to support effective classroom implementation
