The Writing Revolution

The Hochman Method®: 3–12

Live Virtual
6 Sessions | 12 Hrs of Instruction

Transform how writing is taught across every subject. In this live virtual training, educators master the Hochman Method® through expert-led sessions, guided practice, and AI-powered tools that make consistent, effective writing instruction possible school-wide.

$1,250
per educator
Membership includes:
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Description
Our live virtual training introduces educators to the foundational principles of the Hochman Method®, a comprehensive approach to teaching expository writing across all content areas. The training covers strategies for teaching students to:
  • Use a variety of sentence structures
  • Plan, organize, draft, and revise paragraphs and compositions
  • Take efficient and effective notes
Educators also explore how writing can deepen content knowledge and enhance comprehension and critical thinking. This live course features instructional videos, modeling, interactive checks for understanding, and guided practice using our AI tool, Judy, to create classroom-ready activities.
Who is it for?
  • This training is open to all educators of grades 3-12, but it is especially suited to teachers of the humanities - English & History - including special education and ELL/EB educators
  • Instructional coaches and school or district leaders seeking to scale school- or district-wide writing practices through targeted review and support
Training preview

Winter Sessions

You can select your session after you sign up for a membership.

The Hochman Method: 3–12

LIVE VIRTUAL Training Schedule
Winter Series 12
263-01ROL12
Starts March 5, 2026
Six 2-hour sessions
Session 1
Mar 05, 2026
12:00 PM EST
Session 2
Mar 12, 2026
12:00 PM EST
Session 3
Mar 19, 2026
12:00 PM EST
Session 4
Apr 02, 2026
12:00 PM EST
Session 5
Apr 09, 2026
12:00 PM EST
Session 6
Apr 16, 2026
12:00 PM EST

The Hochman Method: 3–12

LIVE VIRTUAL Training Schedule
Winter Series 15
263-01ROL15
Starts March 23, 2026
Six 2-hour sessions
Session 1
Mar 23, 2026
5:00 PM EST
Session 2
Mar 30, 2026
5:00 PM EST
Session 3
Apr 06, 2026
5:00 PM EST
Session 4
Apr 13, 2026
5:00 PM EST
Session 5
Apr 20, 2026
5:00 PM EST
Session 6
Apr 27, 2026
5:00 PM EST

Spring Sessions

You can select your session after you sign up for a membership.

The Hochman Method: 3–12

LIVE VIRTUAL Training Schedule
Spring Series 1
264-01ROL1
Starts April 6, 2026
Six 2-hour sessions
Session 1
Apr 06, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Session 2
Apr 13, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Session 3
Apr 20, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Session 4
Apr 27, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Session 5
May 04, 2026
10:00 AM EST
Session 6
May 11, 2026
10:00 AM EST

The Hochman Method: 3–12

LIVE VIRTUAL Training Schedule
Spring Series 2
264-01ROL2
Starts April 9, 2026
Six 2-hour sessions
Session 1
Apr 09, 2026
4:00 PM EST
Session 2
Apr 16, 2026
4:00 PM EST
Session 3
Apr 23, 2026
4:00 PM EST
Session 4
Apr 30, 2026
4:00 PM EST
Session 5
May 07, 2026
4:00 PM EST
Session 6
May 14, 2026
4:00 PM EST

The Hochman Method: 3–12

LIVE VIRTUAL Training Schedule
Spring Series 3
264-01ROL3
Starts April 15, 2026
Six 2-hour sessions
Session 1
Apr 15, 2026
1:00 PM EST
Session 2
Apr 22, 2026
1:00 PM EST
Session 3
Apr 29, 2026
1:00 PM EST
Session 4
May 06, 2026
1:00 PM EST
Session 5
May 13, 2026
1:00 PM EST
Session 6
May 20, 2026
1:00 PM EST

Training Agenda

  • Introduction to the Hochman Method®
  • Sentences & Fragments
  • Sentence Expansion
  • Sentence Types
  • Developing Questions
  • Basic Conjunctions
  • Subordinating Conjunctions
  • Transitions
  • Appositives & Scaffolds
  • Sentence Combining
  • Underlining Key Words & Phrases
  • Converting Sentences into Notes
  • Converting Notes into Sentences
  • Annotating a Text
  • Model & Create SPO as a Class
  • Distinguish TS from Given Details
  • Identify TS & Sequence Given Details
  • Given TS, Select Appropriate Details from a List
  • Eliminate Irrelevant Detail(s)
  • Given TS, Generate Details
  • Single Paragraph Outline (SPO)
  • Practice the 3 Strategies for Writing TS & CS
  • Given Details, Generate TS
  • Given Details, Generate TS
  • Given TS & Details, Generate CS
  • Given Topic/Prompt, Create SPO Independently
  • Revising TS & CS
  • Vary Vocabulary
  • Unelaborated Paragraph
  • Explicit Feedback
  • Summaries
  • Summary Sentence
  • Summary SPO
  • Multiple-Paragraph Outline (MPO) & Transition Outline (TO)
  • Compositions & Conclusions

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