Courtney Gordon - Literacy Consultant

Courtney taps into her own classroom experience as a middle school language arts teacher as she guides K-12 teachers toward effective instruction in reading and writing. She has presented to schools and districts throughout the Midwest and Canada where she has helped teachers apply research-based strategies in the classroom.

What Others Are Saying...

"This is the most engaging, informative, and useful workshop I have ever attended. I cannot wait to use it in my classroom!" A. Kistler

"Courtney does a wonderful job communicating and engaging her audience. I really enjoyed listening and learning today. Courtney has definitely inspired me to move to the next level of 6+1 teaching." E. LaVelle

"This is one of the few workshops I feel really dealt with a Common Core issue in a practical, hands-on way.  The variety of techniques we were given were common sense 'why didn't I think of that' solutions to reading/writing. These activities were different than the run-of-the-mill ordinary things we do in class. I am going to implement most of the ideas in my classrooms." D. Johnson

"I'm a special ed teacher, and I felt this would be just ‘another workshop’ that would not apply to me. Instead, I found easy, practical ideas that I can use with my pull-out students." K. Meyer

"Courtney is very energetic, knowledgeable and is sincerely interested in seeing us succeed! As a new teacher, I can appreciate and am inspired by her enthusiasm!" B. Manis

"Courtney was well-spoken and had a great rapport with my students. She knows what she's talking about, and it shows in her meetings with teachers. It made me less apprehensive to teach the 6 Traits and tackle mini-lessons." A. Slivka

Known both for her enthusiasm and expertise, Courtney is a dynamic presenter whose practical strategies resonate with teachers across the K-12 spectrum.

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