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Literary Fiction Writing for Secondary School Students with Jenny Baker

This session will focus on enhancing the development of written language in high school aged students across two expository...
This session will focus on enhancing the development of written language in high school aged students across two expository genres – persuasive and interpretative.Participants will learn about the macrostructure of different text types, so they can teach students the...
This session will focus on enhancing the development of written language in high school aged students across two expository genres – persuasive and interpretative.Participants will learn about the macrostructure of different text types, so they can teach students the formulas for writing these text types.Introduction (LAM) Lead in Answer the question Provide a MenuBody Paragraphs (TEXR) Topic sentence Explanation Example Round offConclusion (AML) Answer the question, Provide a Menu, Lead out Participants will also be introduced to the microstructures of each written genre.Within the two expository genres, the focus will be on a variety of language devices used to deliver imagery, power, specificity, emphasis, emotion and persuasion with the inclusion of: repetition word choice rhetorical questions call to action point of view figurative language personification alliteration
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Handwriting for Secondary School Exams with Robyn Bartram

In this session Robyn focuses on the challenges faced by senior secondary school students in the lead-up to their...
In this session Robyn focuses on the challenges faced by senior secondary school students in the lead-up to their final exams. Participants will gain an understanding of: How handwriting speed and legibility as well as hand pain can impact student’s...
In this session Robyn focuses on the challenges faced by senior secondary school students in the lead-up to their final exams. Participants will gain an understanding of: How handwriting speed and legibility as well as hand pain can impact student’s participation and success at their final examinations. An overview of useful assessments for handwriting evaluation. The importance of timely support applications for students and the necessary parts of an application will be covered, including using and interpreting the results of assessments. Methods for using Telehealth to complete assessments. Definition and description of dysgraphia and the impact on senior secondary school students. Valid reasons for last-minute applications. Working with year 12 coordinators to achieve the best outcomes for students. A brief overview of the state and territory differences in applying for Special Provisions.
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