Building Strong Readers On-line Training Course

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CPD Certified

This course is certified by the United Kingdom CPD Certification Service, and may be applicable to individuals who are members of, or are associated with, UK-based professional bodies. The course has an estimated >3 hours of learning.

Course Description:
This course is designed to help parents and education engagement leaders to teach children how to read starting with letter identification. It will provide practical tips and strategies for teaching children how to recognize and identify letters, as well as how to use this knowledge to develop necessary reading skills.

The course is suitable for parents, educators, and community organizations desiring to teach or improve reading skills in children aged 3-6 years, struggling readers, and ESL students.

Course Outline:

The primary goal of this course is to provide practical strategies for creating inclusive and stimulating learning environments that foster the development of proficient readers. Beginning with foundational literacy skills and progressing through advanced reading techniques, the course offers a comprehensive breakdown of the process of teaching children to read. The course starts with an exploration of alphabet recognition and progresses to blending exercises, ultimately leading to proficient reading skills. Through engaging discussions, participants are encouraged to exchange ideas, share methods, and explore available resources. Brief quizzes are included to assess comprehension and reinforce learning objectives. Additionally, participants have access to a range of teaching resources and short videos that provide valuable insights and demonstrations. These resources aim to support educators in implementing effective teaching practices and maximizing student learning outcomes.

Module B100 - Creating Engaging Learning Environments

Module B101 - Researched Methodology to Properly Teach the Alphabet

Module B102 - Identifying a Systematic Way to Teach Capital and Lowercase Letters

Module B103 - Pedagogical Approach to Phonics Instruction

Module B104 - Understanding the Importance of Vowels and Consonants

Module B105 - The Methodology to Teaching Vowel Teams, Diphthongs, Digraphs and Consonant Blends

Module B106 - Systemic Blending Practice and Techniques

Module B107 - The Role of Sight Words

Module B108 - Building the Habit of Reading

Module B109 - Course Completion - Survey & Completion

Course Format:

Asynchronous, Online, Self-paced
Video lectures and Introductions (>10 minutes)
Downloadable resources
Discussions to encourage reflective practice (7)
Quizzes
Course duration: Max Expectation: Course could be completed in 1-3 hours of study dependent upon time constraints of participants.
CPD Certified Course - Certificate of completion available upon finishing the course

Required English Reading Level: High school graduate level or above.

Note: The course can be customized to meet specific requirements of the user, such as in-person training or shorter/longer duration.

Price: $39.99

*Those who purchase the course will receive access to two digital copies of the Sight of Me: Sight Word Books upon successful purchase and completion of the course.

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Course Creator

Dr. Qiana Gray is a university professor based in Los Angeles, California. She earned her Doctorate in Reading and Literacy in 2017, following a Master's degree focused on Technology Integration and Engagement in Learning. With one year of experience in Mexico and nine years in South Korea, Dr. Gray's passion and dedication led her to South Africa, where she worked on integrating technology into classrooms, developing engaging learning opportunities, and fostering a love of reading and writing both within and outside the school environment. With an M.A. in Technology Integration and an Ed.D. in Reading and Literacy, Dr. Gray is driven by her commitment to enhancing both classroom and home environments related to reading. Her passion lies in cultivating critical thinkers and fostering a love for learning.

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