Using Multisensory Strategies for Comprehension Instruction

Melissa Mann
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60
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Course length
Multi Device
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4.95
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Description

Are you looking for effective techniques to help students comprehend complex texts, analyze information critically, and make meaningful connections? Multisensory comprehension instruction engages multiple senses, such as visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and tactile modalities, to deepen understanding, enhance retention, and promote transfer of learning. Join Melisssa Mann for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore multisensory strategies to add to your toolbox that can be used in whole group, small group, and one-on-one settings. As educators, we understand that comprehension extends beyond the the four walls of the classroom, so we will work on closing this gap. Get ready to elevate your comprehension instruction and empower your students with multisensory learning experiences! Melissa's expertise in differentiated instruction will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to integrate multisensory techniques into your instruction and help develop students' ability to understand, interpret, and evaluate texts across content areas, fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning skills.

Objectives

Recall the key concepts and strategies for using multisensory techniques in comprehension instruction as discussed in the workshop. Analyze the importance of engaging multiple senses in comprehension instruction to enhance understanding, retention, and transfer of learning. Implement multisensory techniques for teaching comprehension in your own classroom, designing lessons that incorporate visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and tactile elements. Evaluate the effectiveness of multisensory comprehension instruction in meeting the diverse needs of learners, using data to inform instructional decisions and adaptations. Assess the impact of multisensory comprehension instruction on student comprehension skills and critical thinking abilities, reflecting on areas for improvement and refinement in instructional practice. Develop a personalized plan for integrating multisensory techniques into your comprehension instruction, incorporating strategies for differentiation,

Key Take Aways

• Explore a variety of multisensory techniques for teaching comprehension, including visualization, graphic organizers, hands-on activities, and interactive discussions. • Learn how to scaffold comprehension instruction and provide differentiated support to meet the diverse needs of learners, including struggling readers, English language learners, and students with learning differences. • Discover practical strategies for teaching comprehension strategies, such as summarizing, questioning, predicting, and making connections, in a multisensory and interactive manner. • Gain insights into the benefits of multisensory comprehension instruction for fostering critical thinking, deepening understanding, and promoting academic success across content areas.

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Melissa Mann

Melissa Mann, a fourth-grade teacher in the Madison County School System, has experience in general and collaborative education settings. With a Master’s in School Counseling, she has presented at various conferences, both in-person and virtual, for the past 15 years.
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