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Course Description

Conversations are a daily occurrence in PreK-1 classrooms. Thoughtful, responsive dialogue play a key role in developing students' oral language skills. But how can you ensure these discussions spark thinking and expand vocabulary? This course introduces the Strive-for-Five framework, a research-based approach to enriching student conversations. You’ll explore strategies to extend verbal communication and strengthen connections to the Science of Reading. Through engaging discussions and practical techniques, educators will learn how to build vocabulary and promote verbal reasoning in young learners. The concepts covered in this course are easy to implement and can lead to meaningful, lasting improvements in classroom communication!
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Section Title
Get PreK-1 Talking: Converse to Improve Literacy and Comprehension
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Jun 01, 2026 to Aug 31, 2026
Course Fee(s)
PDC Tuition Fee non-credit $420.00
Semester Credits
3 Semester Credits
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