Supporting Student Communication
2.5 hours • Interactive • In-person, asynchronous, or live virtual
Paraprofessionals and educational support staff play an essential role in student learning, yet often have limited access to professional development designed specifically for their work.
Students rely on language throughout the school day to understand instruction, participate, demonstrate knowledge, solve problems, and connect with others. Supporting Student Communication translates speech-language principles into practical strategies staff can use to increase student access and participation.
Created for the Staff Who Support Students Every Day
Designed for:
Paraprofessionals • Educational Aides • Special Education Support Staff • Other Direct-Support Staff
Who else may benefit:
New Teachers • Building & Long-Term Substitutes • Interventionists • Early Childhood Support Staff
Learning Objectives: Practical Strategies for Everyday Support
Wait time
Give students adequate time to process language and formulate responses
Adapting Language
Adjust language demands with questions, directions and responses while maintaining the learning goal.
Visual Supports
Use a variety of visuals to increase understanding and support independence.
Prompting
Use a framework of different levels of prompting to provide the appropriate level of support
Language Modeling
Model language naturally through supportive and effective strategies.
Special Populations
Consider how supports can be applied to students with increased needs.
What’s Included: More than just a presentation
Interactive Learning
Real-world examples, guided practice, collaborative discussion, and opportunities for reflection and application.
Participant Tool Kit
Practical reference materials and tools designed for continued use after the training. Includes visual guides for course concepts and indexes of multiple examples across grades and subjects.
Certificate of Completion
Learners are provided with a certificate of completion following prerecorded or live virtual sessions.
Flexible Delivery
Available in asynchronous prerecorded video, live virtual presentation, or in person.
Meets Continuing Education Criteria
This course meets the standards for most states continuing ed criteria. Let us know what you need to get your learners the credit they deserve for their time.