View Workshop: YA Fiction Author Jeff Zentner Leads Regional PD

Workshop NameYA Fiction Author Jeff Zentner Leads Regional PD
Workshop Short DescAward-winning YA Fiction author Jeff Zentner will discuss his novel In the Wild Light and conduct a writers' workshop for teachers. In the Wild Light is a gorgeous, contemporary work of fiction: the picturesque writing evokes incredible images that draw readers in; the characters are easy to fall in love with; and the themes and ideas are powerful, relevant and meaningful; the connections are abundant. In the Wild Light is a tremendous literary gift to readers.
School Year2024-2025
Rolling Online CourseNo
Category529 - Professional Development
SubcategoryCurric: Learning Standards
Provider529 - Professional Development
Duration6 Hours
LevelSED CODES 1,2,3,4
Total Workshop Days1.0
Credit Hours5.50
Days To Bill1.0
Participants Must Attend All DaysNo
District Always Pays Participant FeeYes
Participant Approval NeededNo
Scoring ExamsNo
Assigned SeatingNo
Assigned Seating By TableNo
Limit One District Per TableNo
Workshop Full DescAward winning YA Fiction author Jeff Zentner will discuss his novel In the Wild Light and conduct a writers' workshop for teachers. In the Wild Light is a gorgeous, contemporary work of fiction: the picturesque writing evokes incredible images that draw readers in; the characters are easy to fall in love with; and the themes and ideas are powerful, relevant and meaningful; the connections are abundant. In the Wild Light is a tremendous literary gift to readers.
Important Note:
CABOCES does not expect or encourage teachers to teach Zentner's In the Wild Light. This is an opportunity for teachers to read and discuss the novel with the author and to participate in a writers' workshop led by the author. Any decision to teach the novel is up to the school district. We always promote communication between teachers and all district stakeholders prior to teaching a new work of literature.
Workshop AudienceGrades 7-12: teachers; AIS providers; literacy coaches; administrators; curriculum coordinators
Workshop PrerequisitesPlease read Jeff Zentner's In the Wild Light prior to attending the workshop. We encourage teachers to borrow the book from local libraries or purchase the book from your favorite book vendor. The paperback is currently listed under $10.00. Digital versions are available as well.
Workshop ObjectivesDay 1 (7/30/2024)
Participants will read and discuss In the Wild Light with the author
Participants will experience what brilliant writers do in a writers workshop model facilitated by Jeff Zentner

Day 2 (7/31/2024)
Participants will have an additional day to work on their writing instruction with CABOCES facilitators
Participants will utilize author/mentor moves (mentor text) to enhance their writing instruction (aligned to the NYS NG ELA standards)
Assessment of LearningSmall and whole-group discussion
Writing practice
Workshop evaluation will include teacher goals for Day 2:
Writing instruction alignment and development
Submitted For Approval04/03/2024
Approved02/02/2024
CTLE EligibleYes
Social Worker Continuing EdNo
Public NotesCABOCES does not expect or encourage teachers to teach Zentner's In the Wild Light. This is an opportunity for teachers to read and discuss the novel with the author and to participate in a writers' workshop led by the author. Any decision to teach the novel is up to the school district. We always promote communication between teachers and all district stakeholders prior to teaching a new work of literature.
Workshop Id2672
Added ByAnne S Mitchell
BocesCattaraugus-Allegany BOCES
Entry Date01/31/2024 12:12:03
Last Modified Date04/03/2024 09:50:25

CTLE Activities

  • Content
  • Pedagogy

Seminars

Learning Standards

  • 3 Instructional Practice
  • 7 Professional Growth