11 January - The Emergent Writing Journey: from mark-making to writing. This workshop at London University's Institute of Education looks at the development of young children's writing, from early mark-making through to the emergence of words and sentences. Delegates will consider ways of assessing children's early writing, focusing on practical strategies that adults can use to build the skills that children will need to become competent and confident writers. - London. Cost: from £120. Call 020 7612 6589 or e-mail cpd@ioe.ac.uk.