Essential Literacy Instruction
Understand the five components of reading instruction, how to identify children with reading difficulties, and effective remediation strategies.
The University of St. Thomas and Groves Academy partnered to create a learning opportunity for elementary educators and reading specialists that dives deeper into the importance of teaching literacy. Scientifically based reading instruction is key to solving the national reading problem. This program will teach the five components of reading instruction, underscore the importance of early identification of children with reading difficulties, promote a better understanding of what dyslexia is and what it is not, and highlight effective remediation strategies.
To learn more about this partnership, visit the Groves Academy blog that highlights the creation of Essential Literacy Instruction. .
This program is designed for: Elementary educators and Reading Specialists
Program Details
Program Format: Online, self-guided
Cost: $99
CEUs (Continuing Education Units): 4
Length of Program: 4 hours
What You'll Learn
When you've completed the program "Essential Literacy Instruction," you will be able to:
- Explain how brain development enables reading.
- Describe the components of scientifically based reading instruction.
- Explain why structured language instruction is superior to guided reading and the three cueing reading strategy.
- Define dyslexia, its prevalence, symptoms, and how to identify and support students with severe reading challenges in the general classroom.
- Describe a model literacy framework with data-informed decision making.
Topics Covered
This program will include:
- Scientifically Based Reading Instruction
- Five Components of Reading Instruction
- Early Identification of Children with Reading Difficulties
- Reading Remediation Strategies
- Understanding Dyslexia
Program Author
Ellen Engstrom M.A.
Ellen Engstrom is the Director of Curriculum at Groves Academy. Since she joined the Groves administrative staff in 2010, Ellen has held the positions of Director of Teacher Training and Director of Education as well as her current position. Prior to her work at Groves Academy, Ellen was on the faculty at Landmark College and a Lead Education Specialist at the Landmark College Institute for Research and Training. She has given multiple workshops and courses for educators on topics such as assistive technology, reading comprehension, writing, study skills, Universal Design for Learning, and supporting students with executive function challenges. Ellen is recognized by the International dyslexia Association as a Dyslexia Therapist and a Dyslexia Trainer and she has earned various certifications in word study and spelling programs. She has a long-standing interest in dyslexia research and treatment.
Program Details
Program Format: Online, self-guided
Cost: $99
CEUs (Continuing Education Units): 4
Length of Program: 4 hours
What You'll Learn
When you've completed the program "Essential Literacy Instruction," you will be able to:
- Explain how brain development enables reading.
- Describe the components of scientifically based reading instruction.
- Explain why structured language instruction is superior to guided reading and the three cueing reading strategy.
- Define dyslexia, its prevalence, symptoms, and how to identify and support students with severe reading challenges in the general classroom.
- Describe a model literacy framework with data-informed decision making.
Topics Covered
This program will include:
- Scientifically Based Reading Instruction
- Five Components of Reading Instruction
- Early Identification of Children with Reading Difficulties
- Reading Remediation Strategies
- Understanding Dyslexia
Program Author
Ellen Engstrom M.A.
Ellen Engstrom is the Director of Curriculum at Groves Academy. Since she joined the Groves administrative staff in 2010, Ellen has held the positions of Director of Teacher Training and Director of Education as well as her current position. Prior to her work at Groves Academy, Ellen was on the faculty at Landmark College and a Lead Education Specialist at the Landmark College Institute for Research and Training. She has given multiple workshops and courses for educators on topics such as assistive technology, reading comprehension, writing, study skills, Universal Design for Learning, and supporting students with executive function challenges. Ellen is recognized by the International dyslexia Association as a Dyslexia Therapist and a Dyslexia Trainer and she has earned various certifications in word study and spelling programs. She has a long-standing interest in dyslexia research and treatment.
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