Comments from Alexandria City Public Schools Teachers who participated in our full day Professional Development Session in Literacy, and from graduate students at Shenandoah University, Fall, 2018:
I liked that the presenters were knowledgable, personable and enthusiastic.
Alexandria City Public School teacher
I liked that the presenters modeled strategies and that we got to practice them.
Alexandria City Public School teacher
Dr. Kopfman made coming to class very enjoyable, and I always left feeling like I gained more knowledge and/or new skills. I really wish I could have had her for previous classes!
RDG 523 Foundations of Literacy student
I am so grateful to have had Dr. Kopfman as an instructor. She has been totally supportive and encouraging this semester. She is very knowledgeable, and very approachable. In a professional manner, she made every class an enjoyable and relaxed environment
RDG 523 Foundations of Literacy student
I liked that the workshop was interactive, and that we got to discuss ideas.
Alexandria City Public School teacher
I learned some new strategies that I will be able to apply in my own classroom.
Alexandria City Public School teacher
Great professor- she is extremely patient, helpful, and knowledgable on the topic
RDG 523 Foundations of Literacy student