Amplify CKLA Program Overview

The webinar introduces Amplify CK, a program designed to enhance literacy through a structured approach integrating reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It highlights the reasons districts choose CK, such as improving flatlining scores and addressing literacy gaps. The program's structure, including skill and knowledge strands, is detailed, emphasizing its benefits in building foundational skills and knowledge. Assessment methods and positive results from using CK are discussed. The session concludes with a focus on community engagement and the use of social media to connect educators.

What is the main focus of the Amplify CKLA webinar series?

• To provide training on physical education

• To discuss the latest trends in technology

• To explore the benefits of a knowledge-rich curriculum

• To introduce new teaching methods for math

Why do some districts turn to Amplify CKLA?

• To improve declining state assessment scores

• To reduce the number of science classes

• To focus solely on art education

• To increase sports participation

What is a key feature of the K-2 skill strand in Amplify CKLA?

• Concentration on historical events

• Emphasis on physical education

• Integration of systematic phonics instruction

• Focus on advanced mathematics

How does the K-2 knowledge strand support students?

• By teaching advanced science concepts

• By focusing on sports activities

• By building listening comprehension through read-alouds

• By providing interactive math games

What is a unique aspect of the grades 3-5 curriculum in Amplify CKLA?

• It focuses on cooking classes

• It eliminates all reading activities

• It includes content-driven units with a focus on critical thinking

• It only teaches grammar

What type of assessments are included in the Amplify CKLA program?

• Only oral exams

• Only final exams

• No assessments at all

• Daily informal checks and unit assessments

What is emphasized in the writing instruction for grades 3-5 in CKLA?

• Eliminating all writing activities

• Constructing well-organized paragraphs

• Focusing only on spelling

• Writing poetry exclusively

How does Amplify CKLA support teachers in their professional development?

• By offering cooking classes

• Through a dedicated social media community

• By providing sports training

• By organizing art workshops

What is the role of social media in the Amplify CKLA community?

• To organize dance competitions

• To share sports scores

• To connect teachers and share classroom experiences

• To promote cooking recipes

What is the purpose of the Amplify CKLA experience kit?

• To deliver a year of math lessons

• To supply art supplies for a semester

• To offer a month-long sports program

• To provide a week of CKLA materials for trial