IMV Workshop  

Language & Learning Targets Workshop

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Empower your multilingual students by mastering the art of language and learning targets! This interactive workshop provides practical strategies, hands-on exercises, and real-world applications to help you create student-centered, accessible learning experiences. Whether you're new to using targets or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will give you the confidence and tools to improve engagement, deepen comprehension, and drive student success.
Empower your multilingual students by mastering the art of language and learning targets! This interactive workshop provides practical strategies, hands-on exercises, and real-world applications to help you create student-centered, accessible learning experiences. Whether you're new to using targets or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will give you the confidence and tools to improve engagement, deepen comprehension, and drive student success.

What You'll Learn

The difference between learning targets and language targets—and why both matter

How to craft clear, student-friendly targets that boost engagement

Strategies to make targets accessible for multilingual learners

Methods to seamlessly integrate targets into lessons for stronger academic outcomes

Practical reflection techniques to
measure and celebrate
student growth

Your Learning Journey

Explore a dynamic mix of hands-on activities, real-world applications, and expert insights designed to help you master learning and language targets with confidence.

Two Language Paths

Complete the workshop in English or Spanish.

Hands-On Practice

Try interactive exercises designed to immediately enhance your lesson planning.

Immersive Introduction

Engage in a dynamic activity that will change how you think about student learning.

Real-World Scenarios

Apply your learning in an immersive, simulated classroom experience.

Best Practice Spotlight

Learn from an expert educator modeling high-impact strategies.

Resource Hub 

Walk away with ready-to-use materials and bonus goodies to support your teaching journey.

How It Works

Flexible
Duration

Complete the workshop in 2–4 hours, depending on how many paths you choose.

Multiple
Tracks

Differentiate your experience with beginner to advanced learning paths.

Bilingual
Access

Choose English or Spanish—learn in the language that works best for you.

Collaborative Learning

Grow alongside peers through shared reflection and discussion.

Workshop Chapters

Workshop Overview

Discover how learning and language targets can transform your teaching. This interactive workshop equips you with powerful strategies to boost student engagement, deepen comprehension, and drive academic success—especially for multilingual learners.

Introduction

Start with an immersive experience that will challenge the way you think about learning goals. Get ready to uncover key insights that will set the stage for an impactful, student-centered approach.

Spotlight

Step inside a virtual classroom and see how a skilled educator brings learning and language targets to life. Observe, reflect, and gather practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

Exploration

Engage with hands-on activities and research-backed insights designed to deepen your understanding of effective target-setting. Choose your own learning path based on your experience and goals.

Application

Put your learning into action through an interactive scenario where you'll navigate real-world classroom challenges. Make strategic decisions and refine your approach in a risk-free environment.

Reflection

Pause, process, and plan your next steps. This final section will help you cement your learning, assess your progress, and walk away with free resources to use in your classroom right away.

Who Should Enroll?

This workshop is perfect for educators who:

  • Teach multilingual learners in any setting
  • Want to make their learning targets more effective
  • Are looking for engaging, research-backed instructional strategies
  • Enjoy interactive, hands-on professional development

Who Should Enroll?

  • Teach multilingual learners in any setting
  • Want to make their learning targets more effective
  • Are looking for engaging, research-backed instructional strategies
  • Enjoy interactive, hands-on professional development

Interested in Earning
Graduate-Level PD Credits?

As part of your professional learning journey, eligible IMV offerings can be used toward graduate-level professional development credits through Courses4Teachers.
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