Synthetic phonics and beyond – online course

Here’s an outline of what the course is about:

• Each classroom has a range in ability. The course outlines a process which enables teachers learn to be comfortable with the range in ability, and flexible enough to devise a process that matches student ability.
• The first step is assessing the class. A simple time efficient non-standardised spelling test is provided. It identifies the gaps in knowledge and/or the level at which students are currently at.
• On the basis of the results (and the range in ability) next a synthetic phonics approach is outlined which aims to deliver significant spelling and phonics skill development.
• The 6 week course consists of:
  • Week 1: Screening to establish the range in ability within a junior primary class.
  • Week 2: The marking/analysis of the student spelling tests, to establish ability groups and to focus your teaching.
  • Week 3: Introduction to Synthetic Phonics – Quality learning activities drawing upon the class profile.
  • Week 4: Establishing a weekly spelling process in which three groups can be facilitated.
  • Week 5: Frequently Asked Questions – e.g. How many spelling words? How and when do spelling groups get reviewed? Suggestions for spelling tests? How do sight words relate to synthetic phonics?
  • Week 6: Using the class profile to expand the process beyond spelling & students who are progressing slowly.

MULTI USER DISCOUNTS NOW AVAILABLE

If you purchase more than one online course licence at one time you now receive a scaled discount.

2 to 5 User Licences – 10% discount per licence

6 to 10 User Licences – 15% discount per licence

11 to 20 User Licences – 25% discount per licence

21 to 50 User Licences – 35% discount per licence

51 to 100 User Licences – 50% discount per licence

100 + User Licences – please send an enquiry to [email protected] for a quote specific to your needs.

NOTE: Upon purchasing this course, you will receive an e-mail with further details on how to access the course. You will have 3 months to register for the course, and once registered, you will have full access to the course for 90 days.

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