Word Aware
This event will take place between 9:30am and 4:00pm on 19/05/2017
Anna Branagan & Stephen Parsons
19th May 2017, 9.30 – 16.00
‘Word Aware’ is a vocabulary teaching approach for spoken and written words that emphasises whole class and whole school learning. It is suitable for all children including those with speech, language and communication needs. ‘Word Aware’ is based on extensive reading as well as clinical experience. It is currently being used successfully in a number of schools.
Vocabulary is important in its own right, but it is also a powerful predictor of reading and academic success. Despite this it is seldom given the attention it requires within the curriculum. Research indicates that vocabulary learning needs a sustained and consistent approach. The presenters will outline a flexible approach that is straightforward to implement.
This is a fast-paced, fun and interactive workshop style day, which will leave participants well equipped to start ‘Word Aware’ in their schools or with individuals.
Aims
- Build on good practice
- Review the evidence about the importance of spoken and written vocabulary
- Explore word learning theory
- Learn a structured approach to teaching vocabulary in the classroom
- Plan the implementation of your preferred techniques
Trainers: Anna Branagan and Stephen Parsons are both Speech and Language Therapists with extensive experience of working with children in schools.
They are joint authors of the successful ‘Language for Thinking: a structured approach for young children’ (Speechmark, 2005)
Cohort: This course is suitable for Speech and Language Therapists, Class Teachers, curriculum co-ordinators, specialist teachers, Head teachers, SENCOs and Educational Psychologists.
Cost: £160 for all participants including manual, lunch and refreshments
This course will be held at the Access & Inclusion Centre,
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School, Kennet Road, W9 3LG
For more information please visit contact
Carla Pereira on training@qe2cp.westminster.sch.uk