The University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning invites you to explore effective instructional methods through our series of institutes geared toward classroom teachers, higher education faculty, and instructional coaches. These institutes are practical, hands-on experiences that will enable you to implement Strategic Instruction Model (SIM) interventions or instructional coaching methods effectively. For experienced SIM teachers who successfully complete an application process, we offer two institutes to begin the process for SIM professional developer certification.
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The Strategic Instruction Model (SIM), developed by researchers and teachers at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning, is an approach to teaching adolescents who struggle with becoming good readers, writers, and learners. SIM is based on the reality that for adolescents to meet high standards, they must be able to read and understand large volumes of complex, difficult reading materials. Additionally, they must acquire the skills to express themselves effectively in writing. The instructional components of SIM take the processes that are necessary for learning and break them down into manageable steps, enabling students to successfully meet standards. For a description of the SIM Learning Strategies Curriculum and Content Enhancement Series, visit www.kucrl.org/sim.
Please note: Specific registration forms coming soon.
SIM Reading and Writing Strategies ($675 or $700 after May 16)
June 16-19, 2009 (8 a.m. Tuesday to 4 p.m. Friday)
Lawrence, Kan.
TThis institute is directed toward teachers who work directly with students. Teachers will be introduced to the foundations of SIM and
will receive instruction on implementing research-based interventions to help students acquire the skills necessary to understand grade-level
reading materials. Institute participants will be offered the Word Identification Strategy, the Paraphrasing Strategy, LINCs Vocabulary
Strategy, and Fundamentals and Proficiency in Sentence Writing. Time will be allowed for planning for implementation.
More SIM Strategies ($675 or $700 after May 16)
June 16-19, 2009 (8 a.m. Tuesday to 4 p.m. Friday)
Lawrence, Kan.
This institute, formerly known as SIM Level 2, will offer instruction in additional SIM reading, writing, and other Learning Strategies.
Participants who have previously received instruction in the Sentence Writing Strategy (Fundamentals and Proficiency) and have already
implemented Strategies in their classrooms will be able to select more strategies
to support their literacy efforts. In addition to reading and writing strategies, selections may include strategies related to motivation,
improving assignments, and studying and remembering information.
SIM Institute: Introduction to Teaching with Content Enhancement ($675 or $700 after May 23)
June 23-26, 2009 (8 a.m. Tuesday to 4 p.m. Friday)
Lawrence, Kan.
In these institutes, teachers learn methods to teach large amounts of content to academically diverse classes in "learner-friendly" ways
without diluting the content. Participants will plan how to use Content Enhancement (CE) Routines in their own courses to enhance the way
they present subject-area content and improve students' ability to organize, understand, and remember critical information. CE Routines
include ways to plan courses, units, and lessons; teach the mastery of concepts; promote the understanding of reading assignments; teach
the mastery of the meaning of vocabulary words; guide the development of answers to critical questions; and support understanding and
remembering key information. General and special education teachers will find these institutes relevant and stimulating. Individuals
who have completed an introductory Content Enhancement institute may take More Content Enhancement, which will feature instruction in
different routines.
SIM for Administrators ($500 or $525 after May 24)
Registration is limited to 20 people
June 23-25, 2009 (8 a.m. Tuesday to noon Thursday)
Lawrence, Kan.
THIS INSTITUTE IS FULL: REGISTRATION CLOSED
This institute is offered for administrators who want to know more about the Strategic Instruction Model¨ (SIM), how it is implemented, and the administrative support and accountability pieces necessary to ensure implementation. Led by Rosalind Davenport, a SIM Professional Developer and former school and district administrator, the institute will focus on the Content Literacy Continuum¨ (CLC), leadership, change, and SIM Content Enhancement (CE) Routines and Learning Strategies. Administrators will learn two CE routines that will be useful in their own work and will have an opportunity to interact with teachers participating in the Content Enhancement Institute. KU-CRL researchers will participate.
For College/University Faculty
SIM Learning Strategies Institute for Preservice Educators ($975 or $1000 after April 26)
CANCELED
May 26-30, 2009 (8:00 am Tuesday to 5 p.m. Saturday)
Lawrence, Kan.
This institute will enable preservice educators in teacher education programs to provide empirically validated SIM interventions to
prospective teachers. This institute will focus on exploring strategies from the SIM Learning Strategies Curriculum. Participants will
explore several learning strategies and will be provided sample syllabi, books, and teaching resources that can be used to modify existing
courses or construct new courses.
Teaching Content to All: Effective College Teaching ($975 or $1000 after April 26)
CANCELED
May 26-30, 2009 (8:00 am Tuesday to 5 p.m. Saturday)
Lawrence, Kan.
This institute, which is designed for college/university faculty who are engaged in teacher preparation, will enable participants to
implement a variety of empirically validated teaching routines from the SIM Content Enhancement (CE) Series. Content will emphasize
inclusive course planning and the implementation of a variety of explicit teaching routines designed to ensure content-area mastery of
critical ideas and concepts by all students. Participants will explore several routines in depth so that CE Routines can be infused into
existing courses or new courses can be constructed. Information related to meeting additional SIM CE Professional Developer certification
requirements for inservice professional development will be provided. Teams of individuals from the same institution are encouraged to
apply.
For Potential Professional Developers
Institutes for Potential SIM Professional Developers in Learning Strategies ($800)
June 22-26, 2009 (8 a.m. Monday to 5 p.m. Friday)
Lawrence, Kan.
This five-day SIM professional development institute will use the Content Literacy Continuum as a unifying framework. Instruction in specific Learning Strategies will not be offered during this week; the focus will be on the professional development process.
Participants will be selected through an application process. Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
Download the Learning Strategies application (DOC)
Institute for Potential SIM Professional Developers in Content Enhancement ($800)
June 22-26, 2009
Location: Thompson Conference Center (Room 3.108)
University of Texas at Austin
2405 Robert Dedman Drive (sw corner of Deen Keeton/RedRiver)
Austin, Texas
Download the application (PDF)
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Recommended Hotel:
Doubletree Club Austin-University Area
1617 IH-35 North,IH-35 at MLK
Austin, TX 78702
.72 mi from TCC
Rate: $87
The Doubletree Club Austin-University Area hotel is centrally located off I-35 at MLK Jr. Boulevard, adjacent to the University of Texas at Austin campus and Frank Erwin Center and within minutes of all major Austin attractions and landmark. Complimentary Parking, Complimentary wireless Internet access.
The Thompson Center (on the UT Campus) and the Double Tree Hotel are both approximately 12 miles from the airport. The hotel does not offer a shuttle service. The Super Shuttle costs approx $13 each way. It is possible to walk to the Conference Center (.72 mi) but it is hot in June. With all the attractions in Austin, I would recommend a car rental.
For more information: Contact Candace Bixler
An instructional coach is an on-site professional developer who teaches educators how to use proven teaching methods. In KU-CRL projects, instructional coaches have provided on-site professional development in our Content Enhancement Series, Learning Strategies Curriculum, Community Building Series, and Strategic Tutoring as well as, recently, materials from Randy Sprick's Safe and Civil Schools program. Instructional coaches employ a variety of professional development procedures to foster widespread, high-quality implementation of interventions. Visit www.instructionalcoach.org for more information.
August 10-12, 2009
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
October 5-7, 2009
Eldridge Hotel, Lawrence, KS
March 12-14, 2009
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
August 13-15, 2009
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
October 8-10, 2009
Eldridge Hotel, Lawrence, KS
Institute Fees
Institute fees cover the cost of materials and instruction provided during the institute. Participants will be responsible for their own transportation, housing, and meals.
Late Registration, Refund & Cancellation Policy
An additional $25 fee will be assessed for registrations postmarked after the deadline.
For cancellations requested after the registration deadline, a full refund of registration fees, less a $25 administrative fee, will be available. A $15 fee will be charged for returned checks. KU reserves the right to cancel the course and return all fees in the event of insufficient registration. The liability of the University of Kansas is limited to the registration fee. The University of Kansas will not be responsible for any losses incurred by registrations, including but not limited to airline cancellation charges or hotel deposits.
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