Course | SPEAKing Intentionally Part 1 - Overview/Characteristics

Meet Your Instructors

Dana Januszka
Dana, a passionate advocate for Social Emotional Learning, leverages two decades of experience as a teacher, coach, and trainer in diverse school settings. Her expertise and research make her a respected figure nationwide. For over twenty years, Dana has empowered educators and school leaders to create positive learning environments, build lasting relationships, and offer professional growth opportunities. Through her three published books and numerous training sessions, Dana inspires vibrant, inclusive learning spaces for students of all
backgrounds. Her unwavering dedication ensures educators recognize their worth and remain steadfast in their profession, leading to improved student behavior and academic achievement. In addition to teaching
workshops, she has worked on the research and development team for the Middle School Approach and co-authored two books, "Closing Circle: 50 Activities for Ending the Day in a Positive Way" and "The Responsive Advisory Meeting Book." When she's not working, Dana lives in New Jersey where she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, creating, and doing home improvement projects.

Sarah Fillion
Sarah Fillion is an experienced educator with over two decades in the field, having taught in public elementary schools in both urban and suburban communities. In her current role as a consultant and coach, she empowers educators with actionable skills, knowledge, and the confidence they need to best support their students' growth and success. Partnering with schools across the globe, Sarah leads transformative, customized, professional learning that inspires both teachers and administrators. A New Hampshire native and resident, Sarah embraces all that the seasons and
landscapes offer through hiking, running, and gardening with her husband and dogs.

Guiding Your Language to Reinforce, Remind, and Redirect

In this course, you’ll explore common classroom situations and examine language through the lens of five general guidelines. You'll learn how to effectively use reinforcing, reminding, and redirecting language and practice applying these techniques in real-world scenarios. This hands-on course will help you communicate with students more clearly and positively.

Learning Outcomes

Master the SPEAK Framework for Effective Communication
Learn how to use the SPEAK framework (Specific, Purposeful, Explicit, Aligned, Knowledgeable) to communicate clearly and effectively with students.

Apply SPEAK Guidelines in the Classroom
Explore real-world examples of how SPEAK guidelines can enhance your teacher language and classroom interactions.

Implement Strategies for Adapting Teacher Language
Discover practical strategies to ease the transition and improvement of your teacher language, ensuring smoother communication and stronger student connections.

Course Curiculum

Start Here!
Overview & Objectives
How to use this course

Overview of Teacher Language
Overview Video

General Guidelines for Language
Guidelines for Language
S- Specific
P - Purposeful
E - Explicit
A - Alignment of Words, Tone, and Non-Verbals
K - Know Your Students

Applying the Guidelines for Teacher Language
Applying the Guidelines for Teacher Language

Closing
The Process of Changing Teacher Language
Completion Certificate
Before you go... Reflecting On Your Learning
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Elevate Your Professional Growth

This on-demand courses go beyond the basics to provide you with truly engaging, practical, and impactful professional development.

Ready-to-Use Resources: Access a variety of ready-to-use resources to enhance your classroom right away.

Interactive Elements: Participate in online discussions, explore resource libraries created by peers, and learn through dynamic videos.

Professional Recognition: Earn a certificate of completion for each course, applicable toward your professional learning hours.