Friday 3:00 - 3:50 PM
 Daffodil
Reading Connection 

Have you made the connection? Research indicates that reading is one of the best ways to learn a new (or even your native) language. Reading enhances students' vocabulary, structure, composition, and many other language skills. So how are you using reading in your classroom? 
Oxford University Press recommends the use of supplementary reading material in your classes. Come find out how to successfully incorporate graded readers and dictionaries into your courses. 
Also learn some ways to encourage students to make reading a life-long learning process. 
Discover new ways to combine the phonics and whole language approaches to teaching reading. Learn how to teach students to read differently for facts, gist, comprehension, etc. The presenter will teach you some games, activities, and techniques to make your reading lessons fun and efficient. There will even be some free books and prizes!