<h3>What is this training about?</h3>This specialized training equips educators who support students within the classroom—such as paraprofessionals, teacher assistants, co-teachers, and other instructional staff—with practical strategies to foster language development while engaging students in academic content. Grounded in the 7 Steps to a Language-Rich, Interactive Classroom, the training provides a structured approach to helping students talk, read, write, and think critically across subject areas. Participants will learn how to effectively integrate content and language standards, differentiate instruction, and create inclusive classroom environments where all students—especially English learners—can thrive. Through hands-on activities and real-world applications, participants will gain the skills and confidence to reinforce academic discussions, promote engagement, and enhance language acquisition in meaningful ways. By the end of this training, participants will be equipped to:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Support structured academic conversations</li><li data-list="bullet">Assist in scaffolding content for diverse learners</li><li data-list="bullet">Reinforce vocabulary and language development</li><li data-list="bullet">Facilitate student engagement in reading, writing, and discussion</li><li data-list="bullet">Work collaboratively with teachers to implement effective instructional strategies</li><li data-list="bullet">Play an active role in fostering a language-rich, interactive classroom environment</li></ol> <h3>Who should attend this training?</h3><ol><li data-list="bullet">Paraprofessionals, teacher assistants, co-teachers, and other instructional staff working in classrooms across all grade levels and content areas.</li><li data-list="bullet">Teachers and administrators who want to better understand how to support paraprofessionals while utilizing the 7 Steps to a Language-Rich, Interactive Classroom effectively.</li></ol><h3>What formats can this training be presented in?</h3><ol><li data-list="bullet">Traditional face-to-face trainings</li><li data-list="bullet">Three-Hour online sessions</li><li data-list="bullet">Full-Day online trainings</li></ol>

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