Description
DESCRIPTION:
Here be Dragons: Charting the Writing Course 🐉✍️
Join our exciting Zoom series, "Here be Dragons: Charting the Writing Course," where we delve into both established and uncharted territories of writing instruction. This series is designed for educators and instructional leaders who are eager to bridge the gap between research and classroom practice. Join us for one session or all, and together, let’s navigate the complexities of writing education to turn research into actionable practices!
| Date | Session | Time | Registration Link |
| November 5th, 2025 | Handwriting in the Digital Age: Insights and Innovations with Dr. Shawn Datchuk | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
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| December 3rd, 2025 | Unlocking the Secrets of Spelling: Strategies for Success with Dr. Pam Kastner | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Register here |
NOTE: Participants can register for one or both sessions.
Attendees will:
- Review the current research on handwriting and letter formation (do we still need handwriting instruction in the tech age?)
- Have access to evidence-based, handwriting materials to supplement core instruction in pre-k and elementary classrooms. These materials allow educators to control the sequence of instruction of letters they will teach, allowing them to align the materials to their reading curriculum. All materials are available in both English and Spanish.
- Learn about the importance of handwriting fluency and where to locate handwriting assessment
DELIVERY: Each session of this professional learning opportunity will be delivered VIRTUALLY for 1-hour.
NOTE: The sessions will NOT be recorded. Please plan to attend the sessions live.
AUDIENCE: Elementary Teachers, Early Childhood/Preschool Staff, Elementary Administrators, Instructional Coaches, Special Educators, Title Teachers
PRESENTERS:
- Dr. Shawn Datchuk, Director of the Iowa Reading Research Center
- Erica Kindem, ND Reading Corps K-3 Master Coach
- Erica Carney, SEEC Instructional Literacy Coach
CREDIT: This event is not being offered for credit.
