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Conference Call
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NORTHWEST SUMMER INSTITUTES BUILD MASTERY IN MATHEMATICS
NWREL’s Center for Classroom Teaching and Learning is presenting Mathematics Summer Institutes that will provide professional development for teachers of grades K–2 and 3–5.
The five-day institutes for each grade span are scheduled concurrently in five locales spanning the Northwest region. The 2007 dates are:
- Anchorage, AK: June 11–15
- Billings, MT: July 9–13
- Eugene, OR: July 23–27
- Boise, ID: August 6–10
- Spokane, WA: August 13–17
Teachers of grades K–2 will expand their knowledge of number sense and algebraic reasoning. Participants will leave with a solid understanding of what number sense and algebraic reasoning are; how children develop them; and what instructional strategies help K–2 students grasp these foundational concepts.
Teachers of grades 3–5 will increase their comprehension of the integration of arithmetic and algebra in the elementary classroom. Topics such as using relational thinking, understanding equality, and representing conjectures will be covered. Contact Cathy Clark Thomas, 800-547-6339, ext. 662; clarkc@nwrel.org.
6+1 TRAIT® WRITING MODEL: INTRODUCTORY AND TRAINERS INSTITUTES
Whether you want to learn the basics or you’re interested in becoming a trainer in NWREL’s internationally acclaimed writing instruction and assessment model, there’s a workshop happening soon. The 6+1 Trait Writing model is a powerful framework developed to help teachers use a common language to refer to characteristics of writing and to create a common vision of what good writing looks like. Contact Mark Workman, 800-547-6339, ext. 572; northers@nwrel.org.
6+1 Trait Writing Model for Trainers Institute
- July 18–20, 2007
The Resort at the Mountain, Welches, OR
6+1 Trait Writing Assessment: Introductory Institute
- October 9–12, 2007
Surfsand Resort, Cannon Beach, OR - December 11–14, 2007
NWREL, Portland, OR
INSTITUTE FOR YOUTH- AND EDUCATION-FOCUSED VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
The LEARNS partnership provides training and technical assistance to volunteer programs on tutoring, mentoring, literacy, and out-of-school time. Attend the Corporation for National and Community Service/LEARNS institute September 18–19, 2007, in Portland, Oregon, to build skills and professional networks with others who develop programs and/or supervise members and volunteers to meet the needs of children and youth. 
