How long is the training?
Two 90 minute, online CPD sessions
Option 1:
Session one: Wednesday 6 October 2021 15.30 – 17.00
Session two: Wednesday 20 October 2021 15.30 – 17.00
Option 2:
Session one: Thursday 13 January 2022 15.30 – 17.00
Session two: Thursday 20 January 2022 15.30 – 17.00
What will I learn?
This course explores:
- Recent research into the vocabulary gap and its correlation with attainment
- The role of academic language in the curriculum
- Ways to teach the different tiers of vocabulary in a range of subject contexts
- Word morphology and how to teach it
- A range of strategies for direct vocabulary teaching
Who is the course suitable for?
Secondary subject teachers and middle leaders
Whole-school literacy leaders or literacy coordinators
What are the costs?
£110 for a single ticket
£1,100 for a group session
Course queries
For more information, or to make a group booking e.g. for an INSET session, contact Nisha Tank: nisha.tank@literacytrust.org.uk