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Empowering Newcomers for Academic Success Workshops

This workshop equips educators with practical strategies to support newcomers in academic classrooms. Participants will:

  • Explore elements of effective scaffolding
  • Learn to make grade-level content accessible
  • Develop tailored language supports
  • Leverage students’ strengths, interests and preferences

Through collaborative activities and real-world scenarios, participants will design scaffolded lessons that integrate content and language learning while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for newcomers.

CURRENT SCHEDULE

Northern Illinois University
Naperville Conference Center
1120 E Diehl Rd
Naperville, IL 60563
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8:30am-3:30pm US CT

  • With Credit: $450
  • Without Credit: $400

9:00am-12:30pm US CT

  • With Credit: $450
  • Without Credit: $400

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