Leveraging Literacy Strategies in Science and Social Studies

When

January 13, 2026

8:30 am – 3:30 pm

 

Registration Deadline:January 6, 2026

 

Class Description

 

Effectively acquiring, assessing, and communicating information in science and social studies is a critical component of the GSE. This class will focus on strategies for strengthening literacy while engaging learners in science and social studies content. We will discuss literacy basics and then investigate methods to strengthen reading comprehension and vocabulary acquisition. We will examine strategies for contextually supporting literacy, including the key role content-specific terminology plays in the learning process. The instructor will share strategies and resources to implement in the school setting, ensuring a job-embedded professional learning experience that will positively impact instructional planning and student learning, as well as supporting struggling students and diverse learners.