ENGLISH LEARNERS: SPECIALIZED READING KNOWLEDGE
"10.4% of U.S. Public school students are English Language learners and just 3% of teachers have the necessary qualifications to support EL instruction."
-NATIONAL CENTER FOR EDUCATION STATISTICS, 2022
Advance Literacy for English Learners
Accelerate language and literacy proficiency for English Learners with AIM Institute's new modules, created in collaboration with literacy expert Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan.
This Specialized Reading Knowledge: English Learners course features asynchronous lessons, case studies, self-assessment tools, culturally responsive MTSS protocols, and exemplar lesson plans. The course can be taken fully asynchronously or in a cohort with the inclusion of three 1-hour Virtual Community of Practice session with an expert AIM facilitator and a group of learners.
- Introduction to English Learners: Language & Literacy Development
- Word Recognition Among English Learners
- Language Comprehension Among English Learners
Who Is This Course Recommended For?
Designed for those with a strong foundational knowledge in the Science of Reading, this course complements AIM Pathways training. If you're new to structured literacy, explore AIM Pathways courses to build your foundation before enrolling.
This course is suitable for all grade levels and classroom teachers across subjects.
Please note: Comprehensive structured literacy training is strongly recommended before enrolling in this specialized learning opportunity.
Enroll In Specialized Reading Knowledge: English Learners Today!
Upcoming Open Enrollment with VCoPs
January 13, 2025 - March 3, 2025
February 5 - April 2, 2025
Course features three 1-hour Virtual Community of Practice sessions. Read course Pacing Guides for session dates and times:
Course Cost: $320 per person
Asynchronous English Learners without VCoPs
Fully asynchronous 3-module English Learners bundle available on-demand and can be completed at your own pace. This option includes no VCoPs.
Course Cost: $199 per person
Training for Your School or District
Our AIM client engagement team is currently scheduling training for schools and districts providing Specialized Reading Knowledge Bundle: English Learners as part of their professional learning opportunities.
Connect with our AIM team to learn how you can integrate these modules into your Science of Reading PD.
How Much Do You Know About Literacy Instruction for English Learners?
Discover the Connection Between Research and Practice at AIM Institute's 13th Annual Symposium!
Join us for our 13th Annual Research to Practice Symposium: Implementation Science and Systems Change for Literacy Improvement. This FREE event, moderated by Dr. Tiffany Hogan, offers both in-person and online attendance options.
Save the Date: Monday, March 10, 2025 - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Why Attend?
- Hear from leading literacy experts, including:
- Margaret Goldberg – Educator and Co-Founder, The Right to Read Project
- Dr. Nicole Patton Terry – Director, Florida Center for Reading Research
- Dr. Adrea Truckenmiller – Associate Professor, Michigan State University
- Celebrate our 2025 Hollis Scarborough Award recipient:
- Dr. Kate Cain – Head of the Department of Psychology, Lancaster University
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