Webinars
Legacies of Literacy Scholars: Elfrieda H. Hiebert
Elfrieda (Freddy) H. Hiebert is the CEO of TextProject, INC.
Words Matter: How a Deep Understanding of Core Vocabulary Accelerates Reading Proficiency
In this edWebinar with Dr. Elfrieda Hiebert, Lead Researcher and Author of W.O.R.D., learn:
- How words work and contribute toward building a child’s world of knowledge
- Why a small group of words matter and the importance of core vocabulary
- How phrases and compound words play an important role in reading proficiency
- How vocabulary networks differ between narrative and informational texts
- Best practices educators can use to support students’ core vocabulary development
The Role of Vocabulary Learning in Social Studies
All of the disciplines that are part of social studies, whether it’s history, economics, geography, or civics, are full of critical concepts. Critical concepts are… Read More »The Role of Vocabulary Learning in Social Studies
Exploring the Measurement of Silent Reading
Videos in playlist: Presentation: Reading Fluency — Mark Daniel Q&A 1: What do you do if you are administering the SRF and the student doesn’t get… Read More »Exploring the Measurement of Silent Reading
Vocabulary Matters: 5 Facts and Actions
The building blocks of complex text are facility with words and their meanings and background knowledge. The way to ensure both word knowledge and world… Read More »Vocabulary Matters: 5 Facts and Actions
Texts that Teach
Don’t miss the five Q&A from the webinar too! Q1 – Texts for Poor Comprehenders Q2 – Different Readers, Same Text Q3 – High School… Read More »Texts that Teach
A Generative Vocabulary
Dr. Elfrieda (Freddy) H. Hiebert describes 7 facts about a generative vocabulary approach and describes 7 instructional strategies to support each word fact.