EL Professional Development Opportunity Announced by the DE

In the August 2018 School Leader Update, the Iowa Department of Education announced a two-day, no-fee EL professional development opportunity for educators of English Learners. The target audience for this opportunity includes general education and content teachers who teach English Learners. Attendance is limited. If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, submit this EL Professional Development application form by Sept. 15. Share this announcement with others who might be interested. Here are a few additional details about this opportunity:

Where: TBD
Facilitator: Diane Staehr Fenner
Tentative Topics:

• Specific strategies for making content accessible to ELs
• The importance of oral language and student interaction
• How language facilitates learning
• How to build on instructional strengths to meet the unique needs of ELs