Closing the Vocabulary Gap in Primary Schools (London)

Closing the Vocabulary Gap in Primary Schools with Shareen Wilkinson

The Oxford Expert Speaker Programme brings the best known experts in education to events across the UK to share new ways of thinking about teaching and learning.

What will be covered?

This session will look explicitly at the research underpinning the emphasis on teaching vocabulary, explore the end of KS1 and KS2 reading test expectations for vocabulary, and will offer some practical advice for teachers and schools.

Session 1: 

• Vocabulary Background
• KS1 & KS2 Tests: Implications for Teaching Vocabulary

Session 2:

• Practical Strategies for Teaching Vocabulary
• Next Steps for Schools
  

About Shareen Wilkinson 

Shareen is an experienced primary school teacher, senior leader and a former LA lead primary English adviser. She is also an established educational author, writer and series editor. Shareen advises at national level, including as a DfE grammar and reading (KS1 and KS2) subject specialist.   

Who should attend? 

Designed for Primary Head Teachers, SLT and Subject Leaders

How many places are availble?

There is a maximum of 2 places per school 

Further details:

Refreshments provided 

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