Identifying a Language Difference

Versus Disorder in EL Students 

THIS SESSION IS CURRENTLY FULL - please reach out to Kristy Schroeder to be put on the wait list. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

This workshop will provide guidance on how to assess and analyze the learning environment for English learners who may be struggling in school.

Participants will:

• Identify red flags for language disorders in the EL population
• Complete a guided reflection based on an EL student from your school/district
• Receive a “toolkit” to support documenting concerns prior to referral
• Increase collaboration between special education staff and EL staff during the evaluation process

Audience:  Recommended for teams of at least one ESL teacher and one Special Education teacher per school/district.

Presenter:  Courtney Seidel, MS, CCC-SLP is an Associate Clinic Professor at the University of WI-Madison in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders

Cost:
- Two free registrations for CESA #1 Title III Consortium members
- Additional Title III Consortium members and/or non-Consortium districts - $70 per person
*If you are unsure if your district is a CESA #1 Title III Consortium Member, please contact Kristy Schroeder to verify.