Learning Opportunity

Organizing Idea Overview: Writing and Conventions in the New Grade 4-6 ELAL Curriculum

This session has been completed.
Facilitators: Kelly Gibbs Irene Heffel
Date:

This is a multi-day event.

Day 1Nov 07, 2023 (3:45 pm to 4:45 pm MDT)
Day 2Nov 08, 2023 (3:45 pm to 4:45 pm MDT)
Cost:
No Charge
Location: Virtual
Session Code: 24-PCW-558
Focus: Curriculum Implementation and Pedagogy English Language Arts & Literacy

Target Audience

Teachers (K-6)

About this Learning Opportunity

Writing is…communicating & demonstrating understanding:

Alberta Education tells us that,  “text creators, students explore ways to share their ideas, responding to texts they encounter and to the world around them. Throughout English language arts and literature, students apply writing processes and language conventions to organize ideas and communicate effectively in a variety of digital or non-digital contexts.” Join Irene Heffel and Kelly Gibbs for 2 Sessions that explore Writing & Conventions in the new Grades 4-6 Curriculum.

This session addresses the LQS competencies

  • 2. Modeling Commitment to Professional Learning
  • 4. Leading a Learning Community

This session addresses the TQS competencies

  • 2. Engaging in Career-Long Learning
  • 3. Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge

Facilitators

Kelly Gibbs

Kelly's joy has been found in supporting staff in the use of research-based instructional strategies that make literacy teaching and learning systematic and intentional. A Teacher, a Consultant, a Reading Specialist and a University Sessional Instructor, Kelly's background is in supporting teachers as they build their understanding of students with all learners, including those with learning... Read more »

Irene Heffel

Irene Heffel is a literacy consultant and educator with over 35 years of experience at all levels. She has worked with both elementary and secondary teachers to implement best practices in curriculum, assessment and Backward Design.