Saturday, May 5, 2018
Session F | 11:45 AM- 12:45 PM | Confection Rooms
Please note: Session handouts and evaluations can be found on the Sched web app.
Session F | 11:45 AM- 12:45 PM | Confection Rooms
Please note: Session handouts and evaluations can be found on the Sched web app.
Greg Pizzoli - Ask Me Anything
In this session you will be able to ask Greg Pizzoli about his writing process and his books.
Presented by: Greg Pizzoli, 2018 PSLA Keynote Author
Sky's the Limit: Graphica Clubs as Sites of Learning
Graphic novels are the perfect bait to hook the most reluctant reader. They provide the visual meal that 21st century students crave, while offering a less intimidating textual platform. However, even though graphic novels are primarily “graphics,” they contain the same literary elements as a traditional story in a high interest delivery.
Presented by: Sue Dahlstrom, Wayne Elementary School and Rachel Skrlac Lo, Villanova University
Tag Teaming High School Research with Inquiry-Based Learning
Presenters will discuss and model an extensive inquiry-based research process that will demonstrate best practice for student-led inquiry research and writing.
Presented by: Meghan Adams, Slippery Rock Area High School; Angela Mastrean, Slippery Rock Area High School
Effective and Inspiring Read-Alouds
With rising expectations of standards, assessments, and scheduling difficulties in library programs, is there a place for read-alouds with older students? Come collect inspiring ideas, lessons, and join in the conversation on how to take back read-alouds in your library program!
Presented by: Kate Palladino, North Penn SD; Tegan Conner-Cole
In this session you will be able to ask Greg Pizzoli about his writing process and his books.
Presented by: Greg Pizzoli, 2018 PSLA Keynote Author
Sky's the Limit: Graphica Clubs as Sites of Learning
Graphic novels are the perfect bait to hook the most reluctant reader. They provide the visual meal that 21st century students crave, while offering a less intimidating textual platform. However, even though graphic novels are primarily “graphics,” they contain the same literary elements as a traditional story in a high interest delivery.
Presented by: Sue Dahlstrom, Wayne Elementary School and Rachel Skrlac Lo, Villanova University
Tag Teaming High School Research with Inquiry-Based Learning
Presenters will discuss and model an extensive inquiry-based research process that will demonstrate best practice for student-led inquiry research and writing.
Presented by: Meghan Adams, Slippery Rock Area High School; Angela Mastrean, Slippery Rock Area High School
Effective and Inspiring Read-Alouds
With rising expectations of standards, assessments, and scheduling difficulties in library programs, is there a place for read-alouds with older students? Come collect inspiring ideas, lessons, and join in the conversation on how to take back read-alouds in your library program!
Presented by: Kate Palladino, North Penn SD; Tegan Conner-Cole