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Educational Workshops Specifically for Literacy Organizations

Discovering and Managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
in the Adult Learner

Having ADHD makes it hard to sit still, listen quietly, follow instructions, focus attention, remember things, keep track of personal items, and successfully maintain social relationships - all things that are vital in the adult classroom or one-to-one situation. Learn to look for the common signs, seek a diagnosis, find treatment options, and put accommodations into place to help these unique students.

Encouraging Your Student to Write

Is your student afraid to put pen to paper? Do you need some creative ideas to make writing fun? Encourage your student to write from the heart! It's not about essays, reports, or business letters. It's about writing how we feel, in words that are as simple as those we speak.

Goal Setting Strategies

Without a goal, how do you know when to celebrate? Motivate your student with simple goal setting strategies that will keep things moving right to the finish line!

Laubach Way to Reading Tutor Training Workshop

Teach an adult to read with this comprehensive workshop and book series that takes students from pre-reading abilities to accomplished readers ready for all those everyday literacy challenges. Enjoy hands-on practice and plenty of entertainment, and emerge a knowledgeable, certified Laubach literacy tutor.

Learning Disabilities: A Basic Understanding

Many adults with low literacy skills suffer with a learning disability, and it can be frustrating for both you and your student. Discover what learning disabilities are all about, and the ways in which you can help your student deal with these invisible disabilities.

Learning Styles

Learn effectively by knowing how you learn best. You're an individual, you learn in your own unique way, and so does your student! Enjoy learning about yourself while taking away practical applications that will help you be the best teacher you can be.

Simultaneous Multisensory Teaching for Students with Dyslexia

The SMT method and book series is an ideal re-education program for students with dyslexia. Easy to learn, simple to follow, and suitable for both one-to-one and small group settings, it's the perfect solution for students struggling with this common learning disability.

Spelling Solutions

It's a fact - spelling is tough and there are so many rules. Learn a variety of simple spelling strategies and in no time your student will think spelling is a breeze!

Study Skills & Note Taking

Cramming doesn't work, and neither does staying up all night. There are easier and more effective ways to make that information stick! Your student will love these simple strategies for making dull tasks a delight.

The Reading Process & Comprehension

Uncover the mystery of how we learn to read, and why some students have so much difficulty remembering what they read. Learn to apply specific comprehension skills that will have your student remembering and re-telling with ease!