Science: Talking Through the Text — Powering Up Science Literacy & Discourse Grades 3–5
ESC Region 13
6.00 CPE Credits
$100.00
Let’s grow students’ science knowledge by bridging science literacy and verbal reasoning!
In this workshop we will look at ways to transform passive reading into active, student-led academic discourse in the science classroom. Using a variety of texts aligned to the TEKS, participants will discover ways to support students in breaking down science information and explore strategies to promote student-to-student discussion.Learning Objectives:
- Learn about the benefits of integrating reading and student discourse into the science classroom experience
- Discover ways to help students synthesize textual information
- Explore strategies and scaffolds that support students with intentional conversations around texts
- Examine tools for extending literacy and discourse into writing
Who is this for?
third grade science teachers, fourth grade science teachers, fifth grade science teachers, specialists, inclusion teacher, instructional coaches, science leaders
Who do I contact for more information?
Categories
Effective Schools Framework - 5.1, Instructional Strategies, Student Achievement, Elementary, Teaching & Learning, Science
Evaluation Standards
1 - Planning, T-TESS 2 - Instruction, T-TESS 1.1 - Planning: Standards and Alignment, T-TESS 1.4 - Planning: Activities, T-TESS 2.1 - Instruction: Achieving Expectation, T-TESS 2.2 - Instruction: Content Knowledge and Expertise
1 - Instructional Leadership, T-PESS 2 - Human Capital, T-PESS 1.1A - Ensures curricula aligned with state standards, T-PESS 2.2A - Maintains diverse and high quality work force
In-person
$100.00
CPE Credits:
6.00
Registration Closes: Tue. 11/10/2026 - 2:00PM CST
Location
Meeting Dates
Wed.
11/11/2026 -
9:00am to
4:00pm CST
Workshop ID
FA2656286