Advanced Certificate in Phonics & Reading Instruction
-- viewing nowThe Advanced Certificate in Phonics & Reading Instruction is a comprehensive course designed to enhance the skills of educators in teaching reading and phonics. This certification program emphasizes the importance of systematic and explicit phonics instruction, which is a critical component in helping students become fluent readers.
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Here are the essential units for an Advanced Certificate in Phonics & Reading Instruction:
• Introduction to Phonics & Reading Instruction: An overview of the latest phonics and reading instruction methodologies, including the science of reading, whole language, and balanced literacy.
• The Alphabetic Principle: Understanding how the alphabetic principle is the foundation of reading and learning to decode words, including the relationship between letters and sounds.
• Phoneme Awareness & Phonics: Exploring the difference between phoneme awareness and phonics, and how to effectively teach each skill in the classroom.
• High-Frequency Words: Learning the importance of high-frequency words and how to teach them in a way that promotes automaticity and fluency.
• Reading Comprehension Strategies: Discovering the various reading comprehension strategies and how to teach them to students, including summarizing, visualizing, questioning, and inferring.
• Assessment & Evaluation: Understanding how to assess and evaluate students' reading abilities, including progress monitoring and diagnostic assessments.
• Differentiated Instruction: Exploring the concept of differentiated instruction and how to adapt phonics and reading instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Technology in Phonics & Reading Instruction: Investigating the use of technology in phonics and reading instruction, including digital resources, apps, and software.
• Best Practices in Phonics & Reading Instruction: Examining the latest research on best practices in phonics and reading instruction and how to implement them in the classroom.
These units cover a wide range of topics related to phonics and reading instruction, providing educators with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively teach reading to students
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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