NOV 18, 2021
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Methods for bringing standards alignment, accessibility, background knowledge, and relevance into novel, book, and drama units
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How to infuse skills practice into the instruction of longer-form content with paired texts
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An overview of how Newsela ELA’s Novel and Book Studies collection can help teachers lead more engaging lessons with paired texts and implementation guides
Solution Architect
Liz Park is a Solution Architect at Newsela working closely with teachers to align program themes to the taught curriculum. Before joining Newsela, Liz was an elementary teacher, during which time she taught Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grade. She brings subject matter expertise in the areas of ELA, Social Studies, and Science at the upper elementary levels, as well as expertise in problem-based learning and social-emotional curriculum writing.
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See 3 ways Newsela ELA can be used to build content knowledge to support students' understanding of texts, improve literacy, and create deeper connections between the curriculum and the world around them.
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Read 3 ways Newsela ELA helps teachers lead meaningful learning experiences that accelerate learning in summer school.
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Review 5 ways to implement inquiry with Newsela Social Studies to empower both teachers and students.