Six Traits of Writing: An Introduction
Learn Powerful Strategies to Spark Your Writing Instruction
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ON-DEMAND WORKSHOP
Six Traits of Writing: An Introduction
This dynamic online workshop uses video footage from a full-day Smekens workshop to equip K-12 teachers with the knowledge and tools they need to start teaching the Six Traits of Writing right away. Whether you need to learn a lot about the Six Traits in a hurry or want a “refresher” workshop to get you back on track, this introductory training led by Kristina Smekens provides teachers with the confidence and resources they need to begin implementing the Six Traits model.
How to get started
WATCH
Workshop Videos
Progress through each of the workshop videos at your own pace.
LEARN
Strategies that Work
Receive classroom-ready tips and tricks to improve your instruction.
IMPACT
Every Student
Implement what you learned in your own classroom right away!
Workshop details
Topics covered:
Answers to the questions “What are the Six Traits?” & “Where did they come from?”
Explanation of how to recognize the Six Traits in pictorial writing (K-1), intermediate writing (grades 2-5), and secondary writing (grades 6-12).
How the Six Traits unify your instruction of state and national standards and the expectations of state/national writing assessments.
Ways to introduce the trait language to students of all ages.
Numerous trait-based mini-lesson ideas to target common writing weaknesses.
When you complete the workshop, you’ll be able to:
Initiate an intentional Six-Traits introduction with your students.
Establish a common language and understanding of the traits for the rest of the school year.
Better articulate to your students what “good” writing looks and sounds like.
Recognize the Six Traits within your students’ writing.
Connect each lesson in your writing curriculum to a trait.
Teach students how to improve their writing in each of the trait areas.
What other educators say
“This workshop gave me the confidence and excitement to incorporate the 6 traits in my classroom. I am eager to begin!”
Julie Peters
Teacher, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School, Fort Wayne, IN
“I now know where to start with my instruction. As a first year teacher, I needed the jumping-off point.”
Rachel Gish
Teacher, Holy Family School, New Albany, IN
“The best, most helpful teacher-friendly workshop I have ever been to in my 32 years in education! Love everything Smekens!”
Dana Henley
Teacher, Seymour Redding Elementary School, Seymour, INTarget audience
K-6 Classroom Teachers
6-12 Language Arts Teachers
K-12 High-Ability Teachers
ELL Teachers
Literacy Coaches / Coordinators
Curriculum Directors
Title I Teachers / Directors
Principals & Assistant Principals
Pricing and group rates
Receive immediate access after signing up!
1 Registration
$139/person
3+ Registrations
$124/person
Save $15 per person.
Top questions about on-demand workshops
What is included with my registration?
60-day access to the workshop
5+ hours of dynamic workshop content
Lifetime access to classroom-ready digital resources
Once I register, when does my access start?
Immediately! Once you register and submit payment, you will be redirected to the workshop page which contains all the videos included in your workshop enrollment.
How long do I have access to the workshop?
Once you enroll in the online workshop, you can access the content for 60 days. The self-paced format means you determine how fast or slow you move through the workshop.
Your workshop registration also comes with lifetime access to exclusive digital resources in the “Secret Site” that accompanies this workshop. Here you’ll find classroom-ready worksheets and blackline masters, along with videos and articles to take your learning further. Teachers love the way the “Secret Site” helps them implement what they learn in the workshop.
Can I share my workshop with colleagues?
Sorry, online workshop sharing is not allowed. Our Terms of Use specify that one registration fee allows access for just one person. However, we are happy to offer group discounts. Give us a call at (888) 376-0448 to get the details.
Can I get continuing education credits?
Most likely! With prior approval from your school district, participants may receive credit for up to 5 hours of professional development for completing each of the workshop videos. A Certificate of Completion is provided to participants when they complete all aspects of the workshop. For possible Illinois-approved credit, please contact our office.
Can I earn graduate-level units for Six Traits of Writing: An Introduction?
Thanks to a partnership with the University of the Pacific, educators who complete each of the videos in a webAcademy workshop are eligible to pursue 1, 2, or 3 graduate-level units. (Graduate-level units cost is separate from registration fees. Units are $62 each.)
Graduate-level units offered through the University of the Pacific are non-degree units which are designed for professional certification renewals and salary step increases. (These are post-baccalaureate professional development semester units of non-degree graduate level and are not applicable to a degree at University of the Pacific.) To learn more, contact us by email or call (888) 376-0448.
What if I'm unhappy with the workshop?
We would never want you to be unhappy! That’s why every online workshop comes with a 100% money-back guarantee. We are convinced the simple and effective strategies will transform the way you teach so we stand behind this workshop with full confidence. If you aren’t satisfied, contact me within the first ten days of your purchase, and I will give you a refund immediately. There are no additional forms to fill out, and there will be no delay. Just call (888) 376-0448 and ask for Brady or email me directly. We believe so strongly in this online workshop that we give you our personal promise of a speedy, hassle-free, no-questions-asked, total and complete refund.
Brady Smekens
Director of Professional Development
Smekens Education Solutions, Inc.
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