LeaRN hosts or co-hosts one or two conferences each year available locally and state-wide for educators interested in student teaching and learning.
Teaching Writing in Wyoming topThe TWW colloquium meets annually to foster discussion among teachers of grades 6-13 around the topics of critical reading, writing, and critical thinking. Teachers from any discipline are encouraged to attend. Colloquiums are typically held in alternating locations around the state. To learn more about upcoming colloquiums, please contact April Heaney (aprilh@uwyo.edu) or Audrey Kleinsasser (Dakota@uwyo.edu).
Casper Community College, Casper WY
Instructors from multiple disciplines who teach writing at junior high, high school, community college, and university levels met for a one-day workshop on approaching critical reading in Wyoming. Teaching Writing in Wyoming is supported by LeaRN (Learning Resource Networks) and the Wyoming School-University Partnership.
Central Wyoming College, Riverton WY
Instructors from multiple disciplines who teach writing at junior high, high school, community college, and university levels met for a one-day workshop on approaching critical reading in Wyoming. Teaching Writing in Wyoming is supported by LeaRN (Learning Resource Networks), Ellbogen CTL, Wyoming School-University Partnership, and the University of Wyoming English department.
Douglas, WY
Deborah Brandt, Department of English, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Instructors from multiple disciplines who teach writing at junior high, high school, community college, and university levels met for a one-day workshop on approaching critical reading in Wyoming. Teaching Writing in Wyoming is supported by LeaRN (Learning Resource Networks), Ellbogen CTL, Wyoming School-University Partnership, and the University of Wyoming English department.
Supporting and Challenging Underprepared Students topThis conference is sponsored by the College Reading and Learning Association and the LeaRN Program and may be offered again (with varying themes) at UW or a Wyoming Community College. Stay posted for more information.
University of Wyoming, Laramie WY
In her presentation, Dr. Goen-Salter will examine some beliefs about “remediation” that surround work with underprepared college students. She will draw from her many years directing San Francisco State’s Integrated Reading and Writing program to challenge some widely-held truths and to suggest a set of necessary conditions for improving students’ retention and success during the crucial first-year of college.
The Reading Institute was co-sponsored by LeaRN (Learning Resource Networks) and College Reading & Learning Association.
Sugie Goen-Salter, English Department, San Francisco State University
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Reading Institute topThe Reading Institute occurs every few years and focuses specifically on engaging students in active and critical reading practices. Teachers at the secondary and post-secondary level are the target audience. The institute features a keynote speaker and break-out sessions on various topics related to best practices in engaging students in course reading. For more information, contact April Heaney (aprilh@uwyo.edu), Mary P. Sheridan (msherid1@uwyo.edu), or Audrey Kleinsasser (Dakota@uwyo.edu).
University of Wyoming, Laramie WY
As literacy habits evolve with the explosion of technology, adolescent reading practices and preparedness for 21st century jobs become key issues for teachers. Building on discussions at the 2008 and 2009 Teaching Writing in Wyoming colloquiums, this institute will offer helpful information on current reading practices and pedagogical strategies for teachers across disciplines.
Participants will engage with national as well as local experts and have many opportunities to discuss effective practices for readers of varying levels of preparedness. Discussions will center on creating connections across disciplines and levels. This event will be particularly focused on high school and early-college instruction, although all are welcome!
The Reading Institute was co-sponsored by LeaRN (Learning Resource Networks), Ellbogen CTL and Wyoming School-University Partnership.
David Jolliffe, English Literacy, University of Arkansas
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