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PROGRAMMING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We offer an array of programming, virtually and in person,  to advance evidence-based language and literacy practices throughout the state of Georgia

RESOURCE LIBRARY

Access all the resources, tools, and training the Deal Center works to translate and compile

  • Digital libraries, instructional resources, toolkits, and playbooks

  • Language and literacy research articles

  • Read alouds of children’s books

  • Trainings and recorded webinars

  • Summaries of state policy

Trainings

Empowering School Boards: Informed Decisions

In this knowledge-building session, we explore the science of reading. School board members play a pivotal role in shaping the future of reading instruction. This presentation equips board members with the essential understanding needed to make informed decisions about curriculum and assessments. 



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Virtual Learning Series

This professional development series is designed to transform research into practice. Each free, for-credit webinar is held on Zoom from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

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This virtual community through GaDOE empowers literacy coaches with a place to come together, support one another, and share resources. Meet the first Wednesday of each month from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Literacy Coach Network

Our program team experts are engaging speakers and qualified educators. Showcase the power of language and literacy research at your next event, or reach out to us for personalized training.

Speaking and Training

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Language as a Missing Link

This toolkit details concepts and practices designed to support the employ of developmentally-responsive practices and positively impact children’s quality of life.

Implementation Plans

These resources were carefully crafted following the successful execution of pilot programs to support your community’s implementation of these initiatives.

Tale Trail

Volunteer Reader Training