<h3>What is this training about?</h3>This specialized training equips paraprofessionals with practical strategies to support students in developing language while actively engaging with academic content. Based on the 7 Steps to a Language-Rich, Interactive Classroom, this training provides a structured approach to helping students talk, read, write, and think critically in any subject area.Participants will learn how to effectively integrate content and language standards, support differentiated instruction, and create an inclusive classroom where all students—especially English learners—can thrive. Through hands-on activities and real-world applications, paraprofessionals will gain the skills and confidence needed to reinforce academic discussions, promote student engagement, and enhance language acquisition in meaningful ways.By the end of this training, paraprofessionals 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 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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