Conferences and Speaking Engagements 2020

FEBRUARY 29TH

Sharing best practice at Inverloch, VIC

“We are excited to host the inaugural INVESTed: Sharing Best Practices conference in February 2020 on the stunning Bass Coast.

INVESTed: Sharing Best Practices aims to strengthen the bridge between research evidence and pedagogical practice. INVESTed will bring together researchers, teachers and practitioners to share and discuss evidence-based strategies that impact and enhance teaching and support the learning of all students.”

MARCH 20TH

The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword – Hosted by SPELD NSW, Parramatta

A full day, practical, hands-on seminar for teachers on how to get the most out of writing lessons.

Together we will explore:

• pen grip
• posture
• letter formation
• writing fluency
• grammar, including parts of speech and morphemes
• sight words, including the myths and facts surrounding them
• cutting edge writing resources
• dyslexia and dysgraphia and when to explore technology

Includes: Printed handouts, digital downloads, discounted Spelling for Life, Language for Life and Reading for Life paperbacks (optional and subject to pre-order)

Suitable for: Teachers, teacher aides, speech pathologists, educational psychologists, student teachers, homeschooling parents.

Completing this event will contribute 5.25 hours of NESA Registered PD for Teachers maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

APRIL 4TH

The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword, Central Perth, WA

JUNE 29TH

Sharing Best Practice at Bentleigh West Primary School

“An exciting day sharing evidence based practice for primary and secondary teachers, therapists, school leaders and parents. Topics focused on learning difficulties and inclusion. $60
Speakers include; Kate De Bruin, Prof Stephen Dinham, Lyn Stone, Steven Capp, Prof Pam Snow, Sarah Asome, Chris Varney (ICan Network) and more.

Includes lunch.”