Vermont Reads Institute at UVM
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May 7, 2012
Language & Identity: Building Support for English Language Learners

May 9, 2012
Break on Through: Using Young Adult Literature to Engage ALL Students Across the Content Areas

May 16, 2012
Genre Study: Report Writing

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The Vermont Reads Institute at the University of Vermont (VRI at UVM) conducts high-quality professional development and research in all areas of literacy. Working in partnership with state agencies and universities, we are dedicated to supporting school improvement and to serving all educators and children in Vermont.  In our literacy reform effort, we strive to enhance teacher and administrator knowledge and expertise, promote teacher reflection and decision-making, and help schools create conditions necessary for all children to enjoy high levels of achievement.

VRI at UVM offer four distinct projects; the Literacy Leadership Initiative (Gr. K-12), Bridging Project (Gr. 3-6),  Vermont Adolescent Literacy & Learning Initiative (Gr. 6-12), and Summer Institute (Gr. K-12).

Welcome


The Vermont Reads Institute at the University of Vermont (VRI at UVM) conducts high-quality professional development and research in all areas of literacy. Working in partnership with state agencies and universities, we are dedicated to supporting school improvement and to serving all educators and children in Vermont.  In our literacy reform effort, we strive to enhance teacher and administrator knowledge and expertise, promote teacher reflection and decision-making, and help schools create conditions necessary for all children to enjoy high levels of achievement.

VRI at UVM offer four distinct projects; the Literacy Leadership Initiative (Gr. K-12), Bridging Project (Gr. 3-6),  Vermont Adolescent Literacy & Learning Initiative (Gr. 6-12), and Summer Institute (Gr. K-12).

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May 18, 2012

The Power of Our Words


Peter Johnston’s book Choice Words: How Our Language Affects Children’s Learning (2004) is among the most meaningful and transforming professional books I’ve ever read.  His compelling examples of classroom teachers’ subtle language choices taught me that, by choosing our words with intention, we can greatly influence a child’s view of himself, his attitude towards learning, and ultimately his approach to life. Johnston taught me a new meaning for the word agency—a child’s sense of self and his own abilities.  He elaborates that, “Children should leave school with a sense that if they act, and act [...]

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