Designing Curriculum for Increased Learning: A Workshop Series for District and Site Instructional Leaders
September 17, 2009, 9:00am – 3:00pm
October 8, 2009, 9:00am – 3:00pm
February 11, 2010, 9:00am – 3:00pm
March 25, 2010, 9:00am – 3:00pm
District Office curriculum leaders, principals and teacher leaders are encouraged to attend this workshop series focused on guiding the improvement of English Language Arts curriculum, instruction and assessment -- grades 2 through 11. Participants will learn a variety of practical leadership strategies to improve: Depth of understanding of California’s ELA Content Standard, with particular emphasis on vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing strategies.
- Identifying and addressing gaps in standards-aligned resources
- Alignment of student assignments with grade level standards
- Guidelines for designing effective homework
- Development of formative assessments at the classroom, site and district level
- Interventions for Title I, EL and below proficiency students
- Teachers’ reflective practice in PLC's
Location: Smittcamp Alumni House at CSUF
Cost: $240 per person for this four part series, including lunches
Presented by: Dr. Virginia Boris