Kelly Harmon & Associates began in 2001 with a mission of instructional coaching and providing rich literacy resources for educators and parents. Our work incorporates research-based best practices for teaching and learning.
Kelly Harmon & Associates provide outstanding, highly practical seminars and workshops to schools throughout the United States. We customize the content of the workshop to meet the needs of each school or district. Contact our office at (210) 218-1723 to schedule an onsite workshop.
Our Workshops »Frontloading content is an instructional strategy where teachers introduce key concepts, vocabulary, or background information to students before they engage with new learning material. This approach aims to prepare students by providing the necessary context and tools, enabling them to better comprehend and retain new information.
Implementing a "Person of the Week" activity in the classroom is an effective strategy to enhance students' prior knowledge, especially for those with limited world exposure. This activity introduces students to diverse individuals, fostering curiosity and broadening their understanding of various cultures, professions, and historical contexts.
Learning Objectives:
Cultural Awareness: Students gain insights into different cultures and historical contexts.
Vocabulary Development: Exposure to new terms and concepts enhances language skills.
Critical Thinking: Analyzing the individual's contributions fosters critical thinking and discussion.
Empathy and Inspiration: Learning about diverse lives and challenges builds empathy and can inspire students.
Developing a rich schema is essential for effective reasoning. A schema encompasses all the factual knowledge and categories we understand about the world. Children who lack a well-developed schema face significant learning disadvantages, as they may struggle to make inferences and draw conclusions due to limited factual knowledge and vocabulary. Therefore, it is crucial for teachers and parents to strategically plan to help these children develop world knowledge.
For children acquiring English as a second language, expanding vocabulary is vital
