Investment: $299 - Content Available July 1
Unlock the power of morphology in early learning with “The Magic of Morphology for Young Learners.” This workshop delves into the research-backed foundations of morphological instruction, showing how awareness of word structures enhances vocabulary, spelling, and reading comprehension.
We’ll explore:
Morphology Basics: Prefixes, bases, suffixes, and word families
Research Insights: How morphology builds vocabulary, spelling, and comprehension right from the start
Practical Strategies: To begin and enhance morphological instruction
Chapters:
Chapter 1: Why Does Morphology Matter in the Early Years?
Chapter 2: The Architecture of Words
Chapter 3: The Research Behind the Practice
Chapter 4: Getting Started in the Classroom
Chapter 5: Learning Through Play and Inquiry
Chapter 6: From Words to Meaning
Chapter 7: Strategies for Support and Differentiation
Chapter 8: Reflection, Planning, and Next Steps
Course Facilitators
Lauren Hateley-Crowe
Lauren has worked in schools as an IB PYP teacher, literacy specialist, educational consultant and school leader, in Australia, England, Hong Kong, Switzerland and Thailand.
She has a passion for early literacy development and enjoys supporting teachers with the implementation of playful literacy approaches, including Story Workshop, bookmaking, Word Inquiry in their classrooms. She loves words and picture books and looks for any opportunity to explore these with children. Lauren is a lifelong learner and has just recently completed a Masters in Early Years Educational Leadership. Lauren is currently the Vice Principal of EY - Y1 at NIST International School in Bangkok, Thailand and enjoys both the curriculum and student welfare components of her role.