Pathways to Proficient Writing

AIM's 4th course on our AIM Pathways professional learning platform launched in June 2021.

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. 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. 

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Course Includes:

• Online Orientation and optional Pre-Course Knowledge Inventory
• 10-Section Pathways to Proficient Writing Course (See Detailed Syllabus)
• 4 Virtual Community of Practice Sessions with an AIM facilitator
• Pacing Guide/Schedule for Course Work
• Course time - approximately 20 hours.
• 12 Months Access to the AIM Pathways platform so materials can be reviewed, applied and accessed in the classroom when needed.
• Aligned to the IDA's Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading
• 30 CEU-credit hours available for PA Act 48
• Graduate Credits Available through Arcadia University

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.

Arcadia University offers three graduate credits with an additional cost for successful completion of the Pathways to Proficient Reading Course and community of practice sessions on the AIM Pathways platform.

Arcadia Graduate Credits