NM PED 2026 Literacy and Humanities Summer Conference

It is time to lift your students’ speaking and listening skills to new heights. In this high-energy, hands-on session, you will focus on strengthening oral language development through dynamic, student-centered discourse strategies that get every learner talking, thinking, and engaging. You will not just hear about these strategies; you will experience them in action and feel their impact firsthand.

From structured partner talk to collaborative group discussions and whole-class dialogue, you will walk away with practical, ready-to-use tools that can be implemented immediately. With examples tailored for both elementary and secondary classrooms, you will leave equipped and inspired to help your students truly soar. You will gain the confidence to facilitate rich academic conversations that build background knowledge, sharpen critical thinking, and ensure every student has a voice in the learning process.