Free Reading Training for Teachers in Grades 4-8

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Free Foundational Reading Skills Training for Oklahoma Educators in Grades 4-8

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Hello, Oklahoma teachers in grades 4-8!

An exclusive opportunity awaits you: a comprehensive, free training program focused on foundational reading skills, designed to empower you and transform your students' literacy journey.

What You'll Gain

This dynamic training, presented by Ashlock Consulting, consists of a series of engaging learning modules tailored to enhance your literacy instruction techniques. You'll explore:

  • Phonological Awareness
  • Phonics
  • Decoding
  • Structural Analysis
  • Vocabulary Techniques
  • Summarizing Techniques
  • Making Inferences

By mastering these essential components, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to support students who still need foundational reading skills.

Course Structure

  • Format: Asynchronous (online) modules
  • Duration: Minimum of 15 hours spread over the fall semester of 2024
  • Supplemental Meetings: Three mandatory virtual meetings to solidify your learning
  • Materials: A physical copy of the "Reading Strategy and Skill Resource with Knowledge Connections" book will be provided

Certification and Beyond

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be awarded a certificate and gain access to additional learning modules and resources to further their professional development.

Act Now!

Don't miss this chance to elevate your teaching skills and make a lasting impact on your students' literacy. Sign up today!

Questions? Contact Jason Stephenson, Program Manager of Secondary Education.