Course Description

Mastering Reading Development
Unlock the transformative power of reading-a skill that shapes our ability to learn, connect, and thrive. This isn't just another online course; it's an invitation to embark on a journey that will redefine how you understand, teach, and develop reading skills. Whether you're an educator, parent, or lifelong learner, this course will empower you to make a profound impact-not just on your life, but on the lives of others.

Imagine a world where every word you read unlocks new possibilities, where the written page becomes a portal to success, creativity, and connection. For children, reading is the key to academic achievement and the spark for lifelong curiosity. For adults, it's a gateway to professional growth, deeper understanding, and even therapeutic calm. Yet, mastering this fundamental skill isn't a straight path-it's a dynamic journey that evolves with each stage of life.

This course stands apart because it doesn't just teach reading; it reveals the science, art, and human potential behind it. With cutting-edge research and proven methodologies, you'll uncover what makes reading so foundational-and learn exactly how to foster and enhance it at every age and stage.

What Makes This Course Essential
Here, you won't find dry lectures or generic advice. Instead, you'll be immersed in a transformative experience designed to make you a confident, effective advocate for reading development. From early childhood literacy to adult comprehension, we tackle every milestone and challenge with precision, empathy, and actionable strategies.

You'll discover how to decode the mysteries of reading instruction, master techniques to boost fluency and comprehension, and apply your learning in real-world scenarios-whether you're helping a struggling child, reigniting your own love of reading, or enriching a community through education. This isn't about theory alone; it's about lasting impact.

The Difference You'll Make
By the end of this journey, you won't just understand reading-you'll have the tools to change lives with it. Picture yourself guiding a child through their first book, watching their confidence soar. Imagine empowering adults to conquer complex texts and feel the pride of accomplishment. Envision using your knowledge to make your career or personal growth soar, fueled by the confidence and mastery this course provides.

Why Wait? Your Journey Starts Here
Reading is more than a skill-it's a superpower. And with this course, you'll become a master of that power. The time to invest in yourself and others is now. Join us, and let's shape a future where every word you read, teach, or share opens doors to success and inspiration.

This isn't just a course. It's your gateway to transformation. Ready to start? Enroll today and step into the extraordinary world of reading mastery.

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze and differentiate credible online content and sources, applying critical literacy skills to assess reliability and validity.
  • Identify the key components of modern literacy, including digital, cultural, and critical literacy, and evaluate their impact on individual success in today's society.
  • Define how interactive storytelling activities from ages three to five promote linguistic and cognitive development by enabling children to engage with new vocabulary and complex sentence structures.
  • Identify unique strategies that caregivers can implement to enhance language development in preschool years, such as creating a reading-friendly environment and fostering dialogue during storytelling.
  • Identify and apply multiple phonics skills, including decoding and encoding to read multi-syllable words fluently by the end of second grade.
  • Recognize and demonstrate understanding of phonemic and phonological awareness by identifying rhymes and manipulating sounds in words.
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze literature by drawing connections between character motivations and current societal issues, using examples like 'Romeo and Juliet.'
  • Define the shift from elementary to middle school reading by identifying how critical thinking skills are introduced and developed.
  • Define and explain the importance of each of the Five Big Ideas in Reading for literacy development.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply phonemic awareness through specific sound-matching and sound manipulation activities.
  • Demonstrate the ability to blend and segment phonemes by engaging in activities that involve constructing and deconstructing words into their individual sounds.
  • Define phonemic awareness and identify its role in developing reading skills by reflecting on the auditory differentiation and manipulation of sounds.
  • Define the relationship between phonemes and graphemes by providing examples of how different combinations of letters create similar sounds in English words.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 
 

Assessment Guide

Assessment Points
An Introduction 1 points
Lesson 1 Exam 10 points
Lesson 2 Exam 10 points
Lesson 3 Exam 10 points
Lesson 4 Exam 10 points
Lesson 5 Exam 9 points
Lesson 6 Exam 9 points
Lesson 7 Activity 1 points
Lesson 7 Exam 10 points
Lesson 8 Activity 1 points
Lesson 8 Exam 9 points
Lesson 9 Activity 1 points
Lesson 9 Exam 10 points
Lesson 10 Activity 1 points
Lesson 10 Exam 9 points
Lesson 11 Activity 1 points
Lesson 11 Exam 7 points
Lesson 12 Activity 1 points
Lesson 12 Exam 8 points
The Final Exam 55 points
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