Training will be held virtually and will be presented by Valley Speech. Training will not be recorded.  All participants must attend virtual training at Region 8 ESC.

WELLS: Working With English Language Learners

The WELLS program is a transition to English program. It can help teachers, dyslexia specialists, special educators and speech and language therapists to provide a systematic and explicit approach for teaching English language and literacy skills to Spanish-speaking English language learners. The program addresses an evidence-based approach to literacy by including the 5 components of literacy.
1. Phonological Awareness
These lessons are designed to address the 22 new sounds of English which are particularly helpful for Spanish-speaking ELs
 2. Phonics
Lessons are designed to address the cross-linguistic transfer points between Spanish and English.
3. Fluency
Reading fluency activities are included for Spanish-speaking ELs. Each reading fluency practice begins with a warm-up for reading words, phrases, and sentences. The components of language are woven into the reading fluency lessons.
4. Vocabulary
Vocabulary activities are provided and include words which are similar in English and Spanish. The lessons are designed around thematic units which make it easier for students to learn words.
5. Comprehension
Students have the opportunity to use the WOW program for increasing word and world knowledge, as well as oral language and comprehension skills.

ALTA HOURS:
If you need ALTA hours, please click this link and log into your ALTA account to submit your request.  Per ALTA, “applications must be received 3 weeks prior to the event; CEU hours will only be approved in advance.”