Shifting the Balance Professional Development Book Study

Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom by Jan Burkins and Kari Yates - A Book Study

Purpose of this Book Study: Shifting the Balance invites educators to consider the essential, research-based practices that support the teaching of reading. Authors Burkins and Yates integrate the science of reading research and the balanced reading approach with actionable, evidence-based steps that support young readers. The practical approaches offered in Shifting the Balance, guides teachers in decision-making that helps young children become successful readers.

How to Use: This book study can be implemented asynchronously or collaboratively - whole staff PD/workshop, grade-level PLC, independent PD, and/or instructional coach PD with PLC. The required book for this book study is Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom by Jan Burkins and Kari Yates.

What You Are Getting: Your purchase includes a download of the Faciliator Guide in a PDF. Within the PDF, you will access the link for the online modules and the link to the participant reflection journal. Participants can access the book study using the linked website that includes 6 modules with embedded videos, reflection/discussion questions, and actionable steps. The website can be linked in a learning management system for staff to engage in discussion boards using the reflection questions in the modules. The Facilitator Notes include the purpose, implementation possibilities, materials needed, and procedures for making your book study a success.

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