Date: April 10, 2024, from 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Total Course Hours: 1.5
This presentation examines the interplay between executive function and reading comprehension and explores how reading comprehension instruction might integrate executive function support for students with ADHD and Specific Learning Disorder in Reading.
Presenter: Andria Slipp; Head of Literacy and Admissions at Rundle Academy
Karri Johnson is part of the Learning Team at Calgary Academy, serving as a Literacy Lead. With a passion for nurturing the skills of young readers and writers, Karri has spent over two decades dedicated to the field of education. Her expertise lies in developing innovative instructional programs for writing, tailored to empower students to express themselves with confidence and clarity. Currently, Karri is working on building an integrated approach to literacy education that underscores the profound interconnectedness of reading and writing.
