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Simplifying Language to Improve Family Engagement, Access, and Equity
Learn and practice 15 skills to simplify and improve spoken and written communication with diverse families. This is an immediately actionable piece of equity that impacts families being informed and engaged. Many families from diverse language and academic backgrounds cannot have direct conversations with school staff or quickly understand written communication they receive. Even translations are inaccessible when language isn’t simplified first. And translation and interpretation aren't always available, so simplifying language is essential. Simplifying writing often reduces text by 25-40% without changing content. This can significantly reduce costs. We will discuss the challenges and impact on your school or district. You will practice the skills in small groups, without "dumbing it down". This is for anyone who communicates with families through speaking or writing. You will never see communication the same after this training!
This talk was presented at:
2024 National ESEA Conference
February 2024
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Portland, OR
For more information:
www.simplifylanguage.com
Speakers
Lee Shainis
Lee has 23 years of experience and has led over 500 workshops on language, culture, and inclusion. He has authored publications and founded organizations that had national impact working with diverse populations.
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The National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (formerly the National Title I Association) is dedicated to building the capacity of education professionals to provide disadvantaged children with a high quality education. Their ESEA Network website provides a host of resources to educators at all levels.
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