Additional Knowledge Blocks
The Reading and Writing Connection: Understanding the Simple View of Writing
Two key factors contribute to skilled written expression. Participants will learn the subcomponents of these factors, with a particular emphasis on the importance of handwriting fluency.
Understanding Dyslexia
There are many misconceptions about what dyslexia is and is not. Participants will learn critical indicators of dyslexia and the legal nuances of a dyslexia diagnosis in schools.
Building Oral Language to Boost Comprehension & Composition
Oral language is the foundation for future reading and writing tasks. Participants will learn how to integrate opportunities for oral language development in the classroom.
6-Step Lesson Plan for Decoding, Spelling, and Fluency
Participants will learn how to plan and implement engaging, evidence-aligned, 6-Step lessons to teach the phonemic and phonic skills necessary for efficient decoding, spelling, and fluency.
Reading and Spelling Multisyllabic Words
Learn the 6 major syllable types in English and instructional routines for teaching students to read and spell multisyllabic words.
Phonic Knowledge: What, Why, and How?
Students need phonic knowledge to read and spell efficiently. Participants will learn the six major syllable types of English and an assessment tool to plan for instruction.
Meaningful Morphology
Knowledge of morphology provides insight into both the meaning and spelling of words. Participants will deepen their knowledge of morphology while also learning key features of morphological instruction in the classroom.
Engaging with Vocabulary
Participants will learn how to decide which vocabulary words to teach and a sample routine for explicit instruction.
Foundations of the Science of Reading
The Science of Reading embodies over 40 years of research findings from multiple fields of study that shine a light on key fundamental principles of reading instruction. Participants will learn about three “anchors” that have emerged from this research.