Pathways to Proficient Writing
Pathways to Proficient Writing is designed for educators that are committed to learning about the connection between writing research, theoretical models such as the Not-So-Simple View of Writing and The Writing Cycle, and best practices for writing instruction in the classroom. Participants will learn effective instructional practices that will benefit all students, including linguistically diverse populations and those with or at risk for language-based learning disabilities.
At the end of this professional development opportunity, you will be able to draw from your specialized knowledge of the processes and skills that comprise writing (including planning and organizing ideas, translating ideas, using transcription skills, and reviewing, revising, and editing) to increase your students’ writing proficiency.
Course Details
- Asynchronous Orientation and Pre- and Post-Course Knowledge Inventory
- 10-Section Pathways to Proficient Writing Course
- 4 live Virtual Community of Practice Sessions (VCoPs) with an AIM facilitator
- Pacing Guide offers recommended schedule for coursework
- Time needed to dedicate to the course - approximately 20 hours total
- 12 Months Access to the AIM Pathways platform to access, review, and apply materials in the classroom when needed
- Aligned to the IDA's Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading
- 30 hours available for CEUs
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A certificate of completion is available to show as proof for ALTA and other state credit. We also offer Pennsylvania Act 48 and New York CTLE credit for completion of the entire course and are not score dependent.
- Click for Detailed SYLLABUS (Updates for June 2025)
- The weighted average of all section scores and post-knowledge inventory score must be at least 80% to pass this course. Read all details in the syllabus.
Arcadia University offers three graduate credits with an additional cost for successful completion of the Pathways to Proficient Writing Course and community of practice sessions on the AIM Pathways platform.
Pathways to Proficient Writing Upcoming Sessions
Live sessions run during after school hours for most time zones to accommodate your teaching schedule!
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Interested in AIM Pathways courses but live in a country that doesn't align with United States time zones?
Click here to learn how international participants not in the U.S. geographic region can complete Pathways to Proficient Reading and Pathways to Proficient Writing course.
Course Registration Instructions
To register for an AIM Pathways course:
- Click the Register Here button under your selected course.
- On the Catalog page, click the tile with the course dates you want then add it to your cart.
- Choose the quantity of seats you need, then click Check out.
- The name and address of the registration under "Delivery" should be the person purchasing the seat.
- Currently you can pay by credit card or PO.
- Please send a copy of your PO to accounts@aimpa.org for official confirmation of registration.
- If you registered for someone else, please share the Enrollment Key your receive after payment with your participant(s).
- For questions please reach out to Client Support.
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