Texas Adolescent Literacy Academies (TALA)
These academies are designed specifically for math, science, social studies, reading, English, and language arts teachers of adolescents. Based on the latest scientifically based reading research, each academy offers engaging strategies to address effective instruction. The Academies will help prepare teachers of adolescents to design appropriate instruction for all students including those who are struggling with reading due to limited English proficiency, learning disabilities, and other risk factors for reading differences . For more information, click on the following links, or visit the Texas Education Agency at www.tea.state.tx.us/tala
TALA 2: A Focus on Writing for Teachers of Adolescents
These academies are designed specifically for math, science, social studies, reading, English, and language arts teachers of adolescents and will offer a comprehensive look at teaching writing in any context. Participants will explore research-proven methods for engaging students in the writing process while keeping in mind the requirements unique to Texas (i.e. STAAR).
Texas Middle School Fluency Assessment (TMSFA)
This session will acquaint participants with the components of the Texas Middle School Fluency Assessment (TMSFA), a diagnostic and progress monitoring instrument appropriate for use with middle school students. Participants will learn how and when to administer the TMSFA. This session will also explain how to interpret test results and how to use those results to plan instructional interventions. This training has been designed specifically to meet the needs of middle school teachers, who will, in accordance with HB 2237, Section 6, administer the diagnostic assessment to students.
2012 TALA for ELA and Content Area Teachers
2012 TALA 2: A Focus on Writing for ELA and Content Area Teachers
Jayne Knighton, M.Ed. ELAR Program Coordinator 972-348-1444 |
Tricia Gold TALA Consultant 214-850-0788
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Robyn Fox, M.Ed, MRT K - 12 Consultant specializing in 972-348-1448
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Kay Shurtleff, M.A. K - 12 Consultant specializing in 972-348-1756 |
Nancy McGruder, M.Ed. K - 12 Consultant specializing in 972-348-1404
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