Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text.

Upcoming events

  • June 3rd, Tues. IN-PERSON, Foxborough, MA - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (G2-8)

    • 3 Jun 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Hampton Inn & Suites Foxborough 2 Foxborough Blvd. Foxborough, MA 02035
    • 32
    Register

    WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

    WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

    • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

    • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

    • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

    • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

    • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

    • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

    • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

    How the day breaks out:

    Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

    • Review foundational skills

    • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

    • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

    • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

    • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

    • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

    • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

    Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

    • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

    • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

    • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

    • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

    • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

    WHAT YOU GET:

    • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
    • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development
    • Online Access to the Recording of this Live Zoom Workshop: 7-days of online access available following your attendance to this LIVE Zoom workshop.

    • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

    • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore


    Show details

  • July 22nd, Tues. - LIVE Zoom - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

    • 22 Jul 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Zoom Classroom - Central Time
    Register


    WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

    WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

    • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

    • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

    • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

    • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

    • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

    • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

    • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

    Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

    How the day breaks out:

    Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

    • Review foundational skills

    • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

    • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

    • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

    • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

    • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

    • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

    Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

    • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

    • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

    • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

    • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

    • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

    WHAT YOU GET:

    • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
    • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development
    • Online Access to the Recording of this Live Zoom Workshop: 7-days of online access available following your attendance to this LIVE Zoom workshop.

    • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

    • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.


      Show details

    • Sept. 17, Wed. - IN-PERSON, Region 17 ESC, TX - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

      • 17 Sep 2025
      • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
      • Reg 17 ESC, 1111 West Loop 289, Lubbock, TX 79416
      • 40
      Register

      Early Bird Registration through Sept. 3rd!

      WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

      WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

      • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

      • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

      • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

      • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

      • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

      • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

      • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

      Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

      How the day breaks out:

      Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

      • Review foundational skills

      • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

      • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

      • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

      • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

      • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

      • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

      Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

      • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

      • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

      • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

      • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

      • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

      WHAT YOU GET:

      • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
      • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development

      • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

      • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.



      Show details

    • Sept. 24, Wed. - IN-PERSON, Edinburg, TX - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

      • 24 Sep 2025
      • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
      • TownePlace Suites McAllen Edinburg, 502 W Trenton Rd, Edinburg TX
      • 40
      Register

      Early Bird Registration through Sept. 10th!

      WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

      WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

      • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

      • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

      • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

      • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

      • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

      • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

      • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

      Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

      How the day breaks out:

      Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

      • Review foundational skills

      • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

      • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

      • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

      • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

      • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

      • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

      Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

      • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

      • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

      • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

      • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

      • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

      WHAT YOU GET:

      • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
      • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development

      • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

      • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.



      Show details

    • Sept. 25, Thur. - LIVE Zoom - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

      • 25 Sep 2025
      • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
      • Zoom Classroom - Central Time
      Register


      WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

      WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

      • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

      • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

      • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

      • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

      • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

      • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

      • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

      Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

      How the day breaks out:

      Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

      • Review foundational skills

      • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

      • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

      • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

      • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

      • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

      • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

      Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

      • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

      • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

      • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

      • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

      • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

      WHAT YOU GET:

      • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
      • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development
      • Online Access to the Recording of this Live Zoom Workshop: 7-days of online access available following your attendance to this LIVE Zoom workshop.

      • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

      • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.


        Show details

      • Oct. 1, Wed. - IN PERSON, ECS 19, TX - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

        • 1 Oct 2025
        • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
        • Reg 19 ESC, 6611 Boeing Drive, El Paso, TX 79925
        • 40
        Register

        Early Bird Registration through Sept. 17th!

        WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

        WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

        • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

        • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

        • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

        • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

        • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

        • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

        Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

        How the day breaks out:

        Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

        • Review foundational skills

        • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

        • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

        • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

        • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

        • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

        Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

        • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

        • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

        • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

        • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

        • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

        WHAT YOU GET:

        • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
        • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development

        • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

        • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.



        Show details

      • Oct. 2, Thur. - IN PERSON, Channelview, TX - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

        • 2 Oct 2025
        • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
        • La Quinta Inn & Suites Houston East at Sheldon Rd. 16211 East Freeway, Channelview, TX
        • 28
        Register

        Early Bird Registration through Sept. 18th!

        WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

        WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

        • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

        • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

        • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

        • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

        • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

        • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

        Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

        How the day breaks out:

        Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

        • Review foundational skills

        • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

        • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

        • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

        • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

        • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

        Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

        • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

        • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

        • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

        • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

        • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

        WHAT YOU GET:

        • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
        • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development

        • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

        • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.



        Show details

      • Oct. 7, Tues. - IN PERSON, San Antonio, TX - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

        • 7 Oct 2025
        • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
        • HOLIDAY INN, 19280 Redland Road San Antonio, Texas 78259
        • 30
        Register

        Early Bird Registration through Sept. 23rd!

        WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

        WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

        • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

        • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

        • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

        • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

        • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

        • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

        Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

        How the day breaks out:

        Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

        • Review foundational skills

        • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

        • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

        • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

        • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

        • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

        Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

        • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

        • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

        • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

        • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

        • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

        WHAT YOU GET:

        • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
        • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development

        • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

        • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.



        Show details

      • Oct. 23. Thur. - LIVE Zoom - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

        • 23 Oct 2025
        • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
        • Zoom Classroom - Central Time
        Register


        WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

        WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

        • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

        • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

        • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

        • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

        • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

        • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

        Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

        How the day breaks out:

        Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

        • Review foundational skills

        • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

        • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

        • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

        • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

        • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

        • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

        Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

        • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

        • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

        • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

        • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

        • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

        WHAT YOU GET:

        • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
        • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development
        • Online Access to the Recording of this Live Zoom Workshop: 7-days of online access available following your attendance to this LIVE Zoom workshop.

        • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

        • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.


          Show details

        • Nov. 18, Tues. - LIVE Zoom - Constructed Response - A Step by Step Approach (Gr 2-8)

          • 18 Nov 2025
          • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
          • Zoom Classroom - Central Time
          Register


          WHO: Teachers, Grades 2-8

          WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:  

          • Create both Short and Extended Constructed Response by applying specific skills to tasks that require students to identify and cite evidence from text

          • Review foundational skills for application to Constructed Response: analyze and annotate source text, deconstruct the task

          • Model the step by step process for both Short and Extended Constructed Response using source texts

          • Create an effective response using specific tools and strategies such as paraphrasing and citing evidence from the source text

          • Develop Key Comprehension Questions for use with a variety of source text - reading adoptions, stories, articles, science and/or social studies text

          • Utilize the Framing Questions for literary analysis

          • Evaluate responses using rubrics to target areas of weakness for focused instruction

          Required prerequisite: Background in Empowering Writers Informational/Expository 6 hour training recommended.

          How the day breaks out:

          Part 1: Focus on Short Constructed Response

          • Review foundational skills

          • Introduce and practice the Step by Step Process for Short Constructed Response

          • Model paraphrasing and citing evidence using source texts

          • Examine how to use the Detail Generating Questions to improve the response

          • Develop Key Comprehension Questions

          • Introduce and Model Literary Analysis

          • Evaluate a response using the Short Constructed Response Rubric to determine strengths and weaknesses

          Part 2: Focus on Extended Constructed Response

          • Compare each Step by Step Process to identify new learning

          • Practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using a single source text

          • Take it to the Next Level - Model and practice the Step by Step Process for Extended Constructed Response using multiple source texts

          • Evaluate a variety of prompts/tasks to determine how to approach them

          • Highlight inferential and evaluative thinking in response tasks

          WHAT YOU GET:

          • 6 hours of Constructed Response instruction (taught by Master Educators)
          • Certificate of Attendance for 6-hours of Professional Development
          • Online Access to the Recording of this Live Zoom Workshop: 7-days of online access available following your attendance to this LIVE Zoom workshop.

          • Register Today to hold your spot!  Whether paying by credit card now, or using a check/PO for payment later, you can be sure your seat is secure now, so that you won’t miss this valuable training to enhance your writing instruction.  (Note registration window closes approximately 24 hours prior to the training time)

          • Print guides are available for purchase in our Bookstore.


            Show details

          Can't attend a live workshop? Register for a On-Demand Workshop and watch on your own time!

          This is a 6 hour recorded workshop with our trainers. Start, pause, restart and stop all on your own time, on your own schedule. You will have access to this recording for 14 days upon payment from either a PO or Credit Card.

          Copyright law warning: These recordings are to be used by the purchaser only and are not to be shared or duplicated.

          Click here to purchase an On-Demand workshop.



          Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software