This course is intended to deepen participants’ knowledge of the components and principles of scientifically based reading instruction based upon up-to-date brain research in the areas of reading, spelling and writing.

This course prepares participants for the more rigorous, in-depth modules of the overall LETRS professional development program. Crafted for the adult learner, this module addresses aspects of language that are important for literacy; the components of effective instruction; principles of systematic, explicit instruction in each component; and instructional activities that can support the implementation of any comprehensive core program.

Course Syllabus

Instructor: Mary Beilke
Dates: 3/29/2016, 4/13/2016, 5/2/2016
Time: 8:00 - 4:00
Location: various district locations
Registration closes 5/2/16.

Costs:
$100 1 Relicensure Credit
no cost/no credit option; all participants must register

This course is not offered for Drake Univ. graduate credit.