Keynotes, seminars, tailored workshops and coaching

Contact Dr Tessa Daffern to discuss professional learning options that can be tailored specifically for your context.

August 2025: Online via Zoom

Explicitly teaching the components of spelling

In this 4-part practical course, build your pedagogical content knowledge to implement explicit spelling instruction using a multi-tiered system of support grounded in Triple Word Form Theory

Workshop 1: Wed 13 August 2025 (3:30pm to 5:00pm AEST)

Workshop 2: Thurs 14 August (3:30pm to 5:00pm AEST)

Workshop 3: Wed 20 August 2025 (3:30pm to 5:00pm AEST)

Workshop 4: Thurs 21 August 2025 (3:30pm to 5:00pm AEST)

$275 per person (incl. GST)

September 2025: TQI Canberra

Explicitly teaching the components of spelling

In this workshop, gain practical advice on explicitly teaching the components of spelling in an explicit and structured way. Learn how to connect spelling with sentence-level writing and respond to student learning needs based on objective, reliable and valid spelling error analysis data.

Monday 15 September 2025 (9:00am to 3:30pm AEST)

$330 per person (incl. GST)

Accreditation: This program has been accredited by TQI in 2025 (5 PD hours for ACT teachers)

June / August 2025: Online via Zoom

Differentiating and Assessing Spelling

Differentiated spelling instruction can be complex. In this workshop, Dr Tessa Daffern offers clear suggestions on how to ensure your students are always appropriately supported and extended in their learning. We will consider what constitutes quality spelling assessment and will look at how to effectively assess and monitor progress.

Option 1: Tuesday 10th June 4:00pm to 5:00pm AEST
Option 2: Tuesday 10th June 7:00pm to 8:00pm AEST
Option 3: Monday 25th August 4:00pm to 5:00pm AEST
Option 4: Monday 25th August 7:00pm to 8:00pm AEST

$44 per person (incl. GST)

Dr Tessa Daffern has engaged with many schools across Australia, as well as the following organisations and education departments: