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Learn how sensory-rich strategies can transform reading instruction and engage multilingual learners in meaningful ways.
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In this episode, we dive into the art of creating captivating, immersive experiences that bring texts to life in any classroom setting — especially for multilingual learners!
Our inspiring panel of educators reveal the behind-the-scenes magic of their groundbreaking workshop with students and teachers visiting from Shanghai, sharing practical strategies that will revolutionize your teaching approach. ✨Connect brain to body through energizing pre-reading activities ✨Awaken the senses with multisensory engagement techniques ✨ Spark creativity by empowering participants to become creators. Listen to how this transformative methodology works in:
Ready to break boundaries and unlock new dimensions of learning? This episode is your gateway to reimagining literacy education! Learn about the Literacy Unbound summer program and apply for our next session. Breakdown
In this episode, we bridge theory and practice in the classroom as we discuss the following:
Literacy Unbound: An Innovative, Effective Approach to Reading Instruction Our Literacy Unbound initiative continues to transform traditional reading instruction into a more experiential and multimodal approach. As Roberta explains, she was teaching 9th grade students who struggled with reading and literacy skills, highlighting the importance of deep reading instruction and the need for students to engage with texts in a more experiential and multimodal way. The initiative brings texts to life through real-life experiences and hands-on activities, creating immersive learning environments that can be integrated into typical classroom structures. Arts Integration and Sensory Experiences in Learning Integrating arts and performance into reading practices enhances student engagement and comprehension. During the hands-on workshop with students and teachers from Shanghai, China, the team prepared students for a reading experience by creating a sensory experience of the text's setting, using images and narration to transport the students into the text. This approach emphasizes pre-reading through the body and sensitizing students to language through interactive and sensory experiences, which has proven particularly valuable when working with diverse languages and students from various backgrounds. Cultural Sensitivity and Multilingual Strategies Cultural awareness and adaptability are essential when working with students from different backgrounds, particularly multilingual learners. During the workshop with Shanghai teachers and students, the team navigated the challenges of encouraging thoughtful responses from Chinese students while respecting cultural reservations of students to speak out loud and the tendency to respect seniors and teachers in a way that kept discussion out of reach without scaffolding. Strategies such as breaking into smaller groups to encourage participation and build confidence were effective, along with the need to be aware of cultural differences in expressing excitement and the value of seeking feedback when working across cultures. Continual reflection, teaching adjustments, and checking in with participants opened up new possibilities and pathways to clear communication and increased connection to the text. Taking Action
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