Words Matter: Oral Language & Communication in the K-2 Classroom
- This course will run on TWO occasions in 2023 – Term 1 and Term 3 – Term 3 Dates will be August | September – time tbc
Term 1: Live online Tuesday 7:30pm – 9:00pm March 7 | 21 | April 4 plus 2 self paced online modules → Registrations Open
Completing Words Matter: Oral Language & Communication in the K-2 Classroom will contribute 7 hours and 30 minutes of NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Accredited PD in the priority area of Delivery and Assessment of NSW Curriculum/EYLF addressing standard descriptors 2.1.2, 5.1.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
This practical online course has been written for Mainstream Classroom Teachers in NSW who are embarking on the transition to the new NSW K-2 English Syllabus in 2023. Teachers from other states, Speech Pathologists and others are welcome to attend, however the content will be specific to the new requirements in the NSW Syllabus that is for Mandatory classroom implementation in Term 1 2023.
Accreditation from NESA for teachers in NSW has been granted for those attending the course in the new Hybrid Model Format. This means that Sessions 1, 3 & 5 will run live on the dates advised below. Sessions 2 & 4 will be completed as online modules with pre recorded videos and a series of small tasks to meet the requirements of NESA accreditation.
There are very significant changes in the new NSW K-2 English Syllabus with the new Oral Language and Communication outcomes and content being one of the biggest changes.
What is covered?
Session 1:
What is new in the Oral Language & Communication Outcomes [K-2 NSW English Syllabus].
A Focus on Whole Class Tier 1 Instruction in an Inclusive Classroom, including discussion of practical differentiation to make learning accessible for all.
This is a LIVE Session via zoom with opportunities for a Live Q & A Session.
Session 2:
Exploring how Typical Development aligns to the Oral Language & Communication Outcomes along with Classroom Application of Resources & Ideas [FOCUS – Listening for Understanding]
This is an ONLINE MODULE . Participants will have TWO [2] weeks to complete the module. It will take approximately 90 minutes to complete.
Session 3:
Exploring how Typical Development aligns to the Oral Language & Communication Outcomes along with Classroom Application of Resources & Ideas
[FOCUS – Social & Learning Interactions + Understanding & Using Grammar when Interacting]
This is a LIVE Session via zoom with opportunities for a Live Q & A Session.
Session 4:
Exploring how Typical Development aligns to the Oral Language & Communication Outcomes along with Classroom Application of Resources & Ideas [FOCUS -Oral Narrative]
This is an ONLINE MODULE . Participants will have TWO [2] weeks to complete the module. It will take approximately 90 minutes to complete.
Session 5
Exploring Programming, Assessment & Progress Monitoring for the Oral Language & Communication Outcomes in the NSW K-2 English Syllabus
This is a LIVE Session via zoom with opportunities for a Live Q & A Session.
Details:
When:
Session 1, 3 & 5 Tuesday Evening 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEDT [Sydney Time]
Term 1: Live online Session 1 March 7 | Session 3 March 21 | Session 3 April 4
- 2 self paced online modules
Session 2 & 4 Online Module – 2 Weeks to Complete [duration 90 minutes]
Will it be recorded? – YES –
- However if you require NESA Accreditation you must attend Session 1, 3 and 5 Live
How long do I have to watch the recordings?
- Unlimited Access to Recordings and Resources [Including any updates]
How is it delivered:
- Session 1, 3, & 5 Live via Zoom + Session 2 & 4 self paced online modules.
- $495 per participant [$450 + GST]
- 3 x Monthly Instalment option available [3 x $155 + GST]
Group Booking
- Register 3 participants + the 4th is free -> Save 25% [ie. $337.50 + GST per participant]
- Pay online then email participant Names & contact email
- Group Participants can be from different schools
- email [email protected]
FAQs
Can I pay by invoice?
- YES – email me [email protected] to arrange
Can I register multiple staff members from our workplace & is there a discount
- Register 3 participants and a 4th extra participant is registered for free → Pay online or email [email protected] to arrange
- Additional discounts available for 16+ participants from the one school → email [email protected] to arrange
