AIM Pathways for Mississippi
AIM Pathways coursework is designed for educators who are committed to learning about the connection between reading research, theoretical models such as the Simple View of Reading and Scarborough’s Reading Rope, and best practices for language and literacy instruction in the classroom. Participating educators and administrators will learn about the Science of Reading focusing on developing a literacy plan, curriculum selection, and assessment tools.
Mississippi Literacy Mission
The Mississippi Department of Education Office of Elementary Education and Reading is responsible for supporting and training K-3rd grade teachers, curriculum specialists, and other educators by providing research-based instructional strategies on literacy and guidance on the implementation of the Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA). Passed during the 2013 legislative session, the Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA) places an emphasis on grade-level reading skills, particularly as students progress through grades K-3.
AIM's Pathways to Proficient Reading and Pathways to Literacy Leadership courses will provide next steps training for our Science of Reading Journey while supporting Mississippi's mission to prepare students to compete in the global community. These two hybrid courses are customized for the Mississippi Department of Education and include asynchronous learning as well as two in-person training sessions with experienced AIM facilitators.
The Pathways to Proficient Reading for Teachers course will give educators access to resources for classroom application-based practices to support strong, proficient readers through the Science of Reading.
The Pathways for Literacy Leadership course will provide educational leaders the tools to create and implement a literacy plan in their schools.
Questions?
General Information: Kristen Wynn, State Literacy Director, kwells@mdek12.org
Registration: Susan Scott, North MS Education Consortium, sscott@olemiss.edu
Registration Deadline Monday, January 30
Pathways to Proficient Reading for Teachers
Pathways to Proficient Reading is an IDA-accredited foundational course in the science of reading, designed for educators committed to learning about the connection between reading research, theoretical models such as the Simple View of Reading and Scarborough’s Reading Rope, and best practices for language and literacy instruction in the classroom.
Commitment Includes:
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Completion of asynchronous pre-knowledge inventory
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Completion of 14 asynchronous learning sections (with 2 additional optional sections)
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Attendance and Participation at two, daylong in-person training sessions
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Participation in two, 60-minute virtual, synchronous coaching community of practice sessions
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Completion of post-knowledge inventory
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12-Month access to the AIM Pathways Platform - so materials can be reviewed, applied and accessed in the classroom when needed. Course Syllabus
Registration
Tuesday, January 17 - Thursday, June 8, 2023
Click Here for Course Pacing Guide and In-Person Training Schedule for Jackson
In-Person Training Dates in Jackson
Thursday, March 2
Thursday, June 8
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Click Here for Course Pacing Guide and In-Person Training Schedule for Biloxi
In-Person Training Dates in Biloxi
Wednesday, March 1
Wednesday, June 7
Pathways to Literacy Leadership for Educational Leaders
Pathways to Literacy Leadership is a comprehensive training course to help school leaders advance literacy evidence-based instruction into all classrooms. This course is appropriate for Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Principals, Directors of Special Education and Student Services, and Directors of Curriculum and Instruction.
Commitment includes:
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Completion of asynchronous pre-knowledge inventory
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Completion of 10 asynchronous learning sections
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Attendance and Participation at two, daylong in-person training sessions where you will work on a Literacy Plan for your organization.
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Completion of pre and post-knowledge inventories
- 12-Month Access to the AIM Pathways Platform so materials can be reviewed, applied and accessed in the classroom when needed
Registration
Tuesday, January 17 - Thursday, June 8, 2023
Click Here for Course Pacing Guide and In-Person Training Schedule
In-Person Training Dates in Jackson
Wednesday, February 28
Thursday, June 8
RegistratioN for Education Leaders
Please Note: If you are a teacher, complete the Teacher Registration Link
Discover AIM Pathways
AIM Pathways professional learning opportunities provide comprehensive courses grounded in evidence-based practice in the science of reading. IDA-accredited courses and courses to support education leaders and administrators feature coaching sessions with expert AIM facilitators to support classroom implementation.
Schedule and Agenda for Cohorts that started in November 2022
Pathways to Literacy Leadership
- Cohort 1 - Jackson 1
- Cohort 2 - Oxford
- Cohort 3 - Jackson 2
- Cohort 4 - Hattiesburg
AIM Pathways Introduction
AIM Pathways FAQs
- What is AIM Pathways?
- What is the Learn, Practice, Apply Cycle?
- What are Virtual Communities of Practice?
- What Are the Technical Requirements for Using AIM Pathways?
- Are these resources subject to copyright?
- How do I receive Arcadia University Graduate Credits?
What is AIM Pathways?
What is the Learn, Practice, Apply Cycle?
What are Virtual Communities of Practice?
What Are the Technical Requirements for Using AIM Pathways?
Are these resources subject to copyright?
How do I receive Arcadia University Graduate Credits?
Questions?
For technical questions regarding AIM Pathways, contact the help desk at pathwaysupport@aimpa.org.