Practices that Engage and Attract Kids: PEAK

PEAK (Practices That Engage and Attract Kids) Afterschool Webinars

Join McREL’s experts online this August and September to learn practical strategies for PEAK performance in afterschool programs. We are offering five one-hour Webinars for $49 per Webinar per connection. There’s no limit to the number of people who can participate through each connection.

August 5, 2009 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 noon MT)
Hands-on-Learning: Using Math Tools in Afterschool

Learn how to use manipulatives for hands-on learning, create your own learning tools, and identify resources for further study.
August 19, 2009 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 noon MT)
English-Language Learning in Afterschool Programs: Instructional Conversations

Learn how to use Instructional Conversations—discussion-based lessons that help increase students’ reading comprehension and vocabulary.
September 2, 2009 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 noon MT)
Deepening Student Understanding with Good Questions in Afterschool

Review the research behind higher-level questioning and learn about several ready-to-use tools to increase your questioning techniques.
September 16, 2009 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 noon MT)
English-Language Learning in Afterschool Programs: Vocabulary Development

Learn fun and interactive ways to teach new vocabulary to ELL students in an afterschool setting.
September 30, 2009 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 noon MT)
Afterschool Games & Activities that Build Academic Vocabulary

Learn how to use exciting, research-based approaches—including games and other activities—to build students’ academic vocabulary in afterschool settings.