Developing literacy in English
This course
This online training involves two 90-minute sessions
Autumn term dates TBC
Course content
- Uses evidence from research and theory to investigate effective literacy strategies for teaching and learning in English
- Explores the use of reading strategies to support active reading of fiction, non-fiction and 19th century literary texts
- Considers strategies to support the acquisition of academic vocabulary
- Reviews key writing conventions for evaluative writing
- Discusses the use of academic writing tools to support analytical writing
Audience
- Non-specialists teaching English
- Early career English teachers seeking to refresh their understanding of disciplinary literacy in English
- Teaching Assistants supporting English
For more information, download the course agenda.
Costs
£140 for a single ticket
£1,400 for a group session
Please contact Nisha Tank for more information and costings for an in-person booking
Enquiries
- For all ticketed events contact Jess Hirst, Project Assistant, jess.hirst@literacytrust.org.uk
- For all group or whole-school training enquiries contact Nisha Tank, Programme Manager, School Improvement, nisha.tank@literacytrust.org.uk
- For any other secondary training enquiries please call 07742 768406