Six Traits of Writing:
An Introduction

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Best-practice strategies for teaching K-12 writing

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.

This dynamic online workshop uses video footage from a live Smekens workshop to equip K-12 teachers with the knowledge and tools they need to start teaching the Six Traits of Writing right away.

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strategies you can use right away.

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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.

Learn how 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 like 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.

WHO SHOULD
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  • 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
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WHAT YOU GET

Onn-demand videos - relevant & engaging

On-Demand Videos

Relevant & engaging presentations

Downloadable note-taking handout

Downloadable Handout

Full-color note-taking guide

Secret site - digital resources for implementation

Secret Site

Lifetime access to digital resources

PD completion certificates

Completion Certificate

5 hours of PD credit

PRICING & GROUP RATES

1 person

$169

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$159/person

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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 School, Fort Wayne, IN

“Fantastic workshop! By far the best I have attended in 13 years of teaching. All information is useful and real-world examples make traits easy to implement.”

Courtney Remsing
Teacher, St. John XXIII Catholic School, Middletown, OH

“I now know where to start with my instruction…I needed the jumping-off point.”

Rachel Gish
Teacher, Holy Family School, New Albany, IN

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TOP QUESTIONS
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What is included with my registration?
  • Access to the workshop video for one full year.
  • 5 hours of dynamic workshop content.
  • A downloadable copy of the workshop handout.
  • Lifetime access to classroom-ready digital resources.
  • A completion certificate for 5 hours of continuing education credit.
Once I register, when does my access start?

You may select the date that you wish to begin your access, as soon as the next business day.

How long do I have access to the workshop?

Once you enroll in the online workshop, you can access the videos for one full year. 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?

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.

Can I receive Illinois-approved credits?

Smekens Education is a for-profit entity located outside of Illinois, and as such is not eligible to administer state-approved PD credit for webAcademy workshops. However, local school districts in Illinois may award credit when educators participate in professional development from Smekens and other for-profit, out-of-state entities. Please contact your district to determine if continuing education credit may be earned by participating in professional development events sponsored by Smekens Education.

Can I earn graduate-level units for this workshop?

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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