OCTELA Conference

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Ohio Council of Teachers of English Language Arts

2023 Conference Theme

Our lives have endured many changes the past few years. We’ve had to think “outside the box” for countless situations. Our students have been resilient through it all. They’ve encountered challenges, but are ready to begin a fresh, new chapter, embracing redesigned ways of learning! It’s our commitment as educators to help all students find what works best to help foster their learning. We must seek creative outlets to amplify their voices, and provide opportunities for choice.

To best connect to the 2023 conference theme, consider the following:

“In what ways are your students expressing voice and choice in and out of the classroom? How has it been modeled, fostered, and expressed?”

“How have you embraced changes to help the needs of your learners, or yourself?”

“How can one provide ample opportunities to spark creativity?”

Conference Information


Graduate Credit Information 

For a $150 graduate credit fee to Kent State University and satisfactory completion of assignments, participants can earn one (1) gradate credit from Kent State University. 

Registration Deadline: Monday, February 27, 2023 

Steps to receive graduate credit:

  1. Complete your registration using the registration link below. Please allow up to 3 business days for processing. Payment instructions will be emailed to participant after processing. 
  2. Assignment details, instructions, and template
  3. Assignments will be emailed to pd@kent.edu by Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Early submissions are encouraged and welcome. 
  4. Contact pd@kent.edu with any questions.  This is a Spring 2023 course. Official transcripts available after May 30.

Payment deadline and specific payment directions will be provided in the Registration Confirmation. Check your email accordingly.

Register for graduate credit 

ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS AND TEMPLATE