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Building Sentence-Writing Fluency Through Timed Writing Practice

This spotlight features two resources from the Iowa Reading Research Center that focus on building sentence-level writing fluency through timed, repeated writing practice. It includes an article explaining the approach and an example lesson plan that shows how timed writing sessions can be used and adapted in the classroom.
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WisTech Open

Building on more than 20 years of high-quality digital learning materials, WisTech Open brings together popular Wisc-Online learning objects—such as assessments, animations, and interactive tools—alongside new resources that support learning across subject areas. The free platform can be used in the classroom or for independent learning by students, educators, and lifelong learners.
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Spotlight on Total Physical Response

See how Total Physical Response (TPR) connects language to physical movement, helping learners understand and remember new vocabulary. By pairing actions with words, TPR lowers the affective filter and reduces anxiety, making it especially helpful for beginning learners. This approach can be used as a short warm-up activity or as part of a lesson to reinforce meaning and support long-term retention.
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Upcoming ABE Events

January 27, 2026 9:00 am–10:00 am
SiD Support
Online

SiD Class Setup Essentials

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/27/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Join us for an in-depth webinar about how to set up classes in SiD. We’ll cover the basics of creating, duplicating, and removing classes. We’ll also dig into how to build specialty classes like IET, Workplace, and Distance Learning. Learn More

Online
January 27, 2026 6:30 pm–8:30 pm
Literacy Minnesota
Online

Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners

Online

Registration Deadline: TUE. 1/27/26 Venue: Online (see details below) Participants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction. Learn More

Online
January 29, 2026 8:15 am–3:30 pm
ATLAS
Online

Language & Literacy Institute 2026 – VIRTUAL EVENT – Day 1

Online

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: THU. 1/29/26 IMPORTANT NOTE: You must register for EACH day you plan to attend! FLYER (Final Agenda) PROGRAM SCHEDULE (Complete Session Descriptions) COMING SOON! If you require ASL Interpretation, contact Gail Rutan… Learn More

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