The Whole Language Umbrella
The Whole Language Umbrella (WLU) is a conference of the National Council of Teachers of English dedicated to a view of whole language as a dynamic philosophy of education. WLU is made up of support groups and individual professionals around the world who are interested in developing and implementing whole language in educational settings. WLU also publishes a journal, Talking Points, twice a year.
To find out more about WLU, including information about conferences and membership, visit the website.
The 2008 Whole Language Umbrella Literacies for All Summer Institute was held in Tucson, at the J. P. Marriott Starr Pass Resort, from July 17 - 20, 2008. This exciting event brought together educators at all levels from across the United States, Canada, Australia, Latin America, Japan, and other countries. Many of the speakers were names familiar to you.
At the 2009 Whole Language Umbrella Literacies for All Summer Institute, in Columbia, South Carolina, Caryl Crowell, Tucson TAWL member, was the recipient of the 2009 Service Award for her work on the 2008 WLU Conference and her commitment to Tucson TAWL and whole language teaching and learning.
The 2011 WLU Literacies for All Summer Institute, “Teachers, Students Families Together: Nurturing Literate Communities,” will be held July 21-24, 2011, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Visit the WLU website for more information and to submit a proposal to present.
We hope we see you in Las Vegas!
