Course Details
Course Open: Yes
Maximum Available Seats: 30
Seats Available: 30
Course Cancelled?: No
Maximum Available Seats: 30
Seats Available: 30
Course Cancelled?: No
D75-25-281: Explicit Instruction in Writing
Literacy 2025/2026
Description: This full-day professional learning is focused on Explicit Instruction. During the morning session, participants will explore the core tenets of Explicit Instruction, understand the research backing this approach, and examine the positive impact it has on student outcomes, especially those with a history of learning difficulties. In the afternoon, the focus will shift to Explicit Instruction in Writing. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies and structured methods that support students in developing strong writing skills across genres.
Instructor:
Simone Sylvester & Jamie Stone
SSylvester3@schools.nyc.gov
Course Date & Location:
12/16/2025
8:10am to 3:00pm
District Office- 400 1st Avenue
Literacy 2025/2026
Description: This full-day professional learning is focused on Explicit Instruction. During the morning session, participants will explore the core tenets of Explicit Instruction, understand the research backing this approach, and examine the positive impact it has on student outcomes, especially those with a history of learning difficulties. In the afternoon, the focus will shift to Explicit Instruction in Writing. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies and structured methods that support students in developing strong writing skills across genres.
Instructor:
Simone Sylvester & Jamie Stone
SSylvester3@schools.nyc.gov
Course Date & Location:
12/16/2025
8:10am to 3:00pm
District Office- 400 1st Avenue