We are excited to present, in partnership with Raising Achievement, our Structured Literacy Professional Learning and Development (PLD) programme designed specifically for teachers working with years 0-3.
Our comprehensive programme is crafted to equip teachers with a robust understanding of the art and science of learning and the essential elements of structured literacy. Teachers will:
- Implement Evidence-Based Techniques: Utilise comprehensive assessments to evaluate student knowledge and progress, facilitating tailored instructional strategies in reading, writing, and spelling.
- Achieve Measurable Results: Improve literacy skills and enhance overall student achievement through structured evaluations at the beginning, middle, and end of the programme.
- Master Tiered Instruction: Implement class-wide structured literacy initiatives and identify students who require more focused, Tier 2 group interventions.
- Develop Competency: Gain deep competency in delivering effective Tier 1 & 2 support and ongoing structured literacy techniques.
Programme Structure
- Duration: Cohort 2: Term 4 2024 & Term 1 2025
- Total Hours: 34 hours, delivered either face-to-face regionally or through online sessions
- Session Breakdown:
- Face-to-Face Option: 3 days in-person and 8 x 2-hour Zoom sessions **Morning Tea & Lite Lunch Provided**
- Online Realtime Option: 17 x 2-hour Zoom sessions on Friday afternoons or Saturday mornings (ideal for rural schools or teachers who cannot attend face-to-face options)
Why Choose Us?
1. Experienced Facilitators
Our team brings over 20 years of expertise in various structured literacy programmes. Our facilitators are not only adept at teaching the methods but also proficient in customising literacy solutions to meet diverse needs.
2. Research-Driven Approach
Our facilitators are well-versed in the latest research and evidence underpinning structured literacy practices. Their continuously updated knowledge ensures our programme remains at the cutting edge of educational developments.
3. Tailored Course Sizes
We can accommodate smaller regional courses, ensuring personalised attention and support for each participant, fostering a more effective learning environment.
4. Proven Leadership in Literacy Education
Jenny Tebbutt from Raising Achievement leads our programme with a wealth of experience and qualifications. Plus Adelie and Bernie are experts in Structured Literacy....
5. Alignment with MOE Standards
Our programme aligns closely with Ministry guidelines and utilises approved materials and resources, guaranteeing that our teaching methods meet national standards and contribute to high-quality literacy education across the country.
Meet our Structured Literacy Team
Jenny Tebbutt
Experienced educational leader and facilitator dedicated to enhancing education for all learner groups.
Qualifications: Dip Tchg and B Teach Waikato and PgDip Literacy Massey
Jenny is SPELD trained with many years of experience training teachers in the SPELD Certificate course and mentoring teachers in their practice. Jenny has 25 years in literacy and numeracy education and is the author of The Wobbly Kids Guide for Schools and Guide for Parents. Her work as a national and international PLD facilitator over many years has specialised in providing explicit, structured, and sequential learning practices based on diagnostic evidence, metacognitive strategies, and the Science of Learning.
Adélie Reid
- Adélie is a highly experienced New Zealand trained and registered teacher specialising in junior literacy and early intervention
- Qualifications: DipTchg, BEd, PGDipEd Psych, PGCertEd (Literacy)
Adélie's passion for linguistics has led her to thoroughly explore the Science of Reading and Learning and the range of programmes and approaches to teaching. She is SPELD trained, a BSLA facilitator and ambassador for implementing structured literacy in New Zealand. As a great mentor, she supports teachers in combining theory with effective classroom approaches across literacy and numeracy fully embracing the Science of Learning.
Bernie Lockhart
Experienced classroom practitioner NZ trained and registered with a passion for supporting at-risk learners through differentiated teaching in a regular classroom.
Qualifications: BEd (Primary) Massey University, PGEd English Massey
Bernie believes effective literacy and numeracy are at the core of learning and has developed a passion and strength in implementing structured literacy programmes such as Steps Web, Alpha to Omega, and Wordchain. Her specialisation is through multimodal approaches, using diagnostic evidence, metacognitive strategies, structured literacy, and phonics-based programs, as well as success for boys in literacy.
Programme Outline
Day 1: Foundations of Structured Literacy
- Session 1: Introduction to Structured Literacy
- - Overview and research foundations
- Understanding orthography and the Simple View of Reading
- Exploring the Reading Rope and the Cognitive Framework - Session 2: The Science of Learning
- - Cognitive load theory and memory functions
- Application of science in structured literacy teaching
- Gradual release of responsibility - Session 3: Phonological and Phonemic Awareness
- - Assessment models and strategies
- Phonemic awareness tasks and daily activities
- Vocabulary teaching and its importance
Day 2: Enhancing Reading and Writing Skills
- Session 1: Understanding English Orthography
- - Patterns of phonology and morphology
- Grapheme phoneme correspondence
- Applying orthographic mapping in teaching - Session 2: Reading and Writing Integration
- - Decoding and encoding strategies
- Integrating handwriting with phonics
- Foundational skills for writing and oral language - Session 3: Lesson Structuring
- - Whole class teaching techniques
- Small group teaching with diagnostic assessments
- Planning activities for vocabulary and oral language development - Day 3: Application and Evaluation
- Session 1: Assessment and Adjustment
- - Analysing assessments and forming groups
- Teaching strategies using explicit methods
- Continuous blending and lesson modeling - Session 2: Synthesising Literacy Components
- - Importance of dictation and encoding
- Developing skills for future comprehension
- Extending student voice through oral narratives - Session 3: Teaching Writing
- - Handwriting, encoding, and sentence structure
- Practicing lesson steps from the Syntax Project
- Overview of freely available structured literacy resources
Community of Practice Sessions:
Eight additional Zoom sessions to support ongoing practice and refinement of teaching techniques in structured literacy. These sessions will cover:
- Review and Feedback: Collaborative discussions to reinforce best practices and address challenges.
- Targeted Skill Enhancement: Focus on specific areas such as phonemics, phonics, spelling, syntax, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Advanced Strategies: Explore advanced techniques and share success stories to model effective approaches.
- Post Assessment Review: Evaluate programme impact and prepare for Tier 2 interventions.
Cohort 2 Applications open 26th Aug- 13th Sept
Expressions of interest and date requests for Cohort 2, in both North and South Island are now open.
Online Realtime Option - This is a great option if your team cannot travel to do face-to-face days and would like an online option of 17 x 2-hour (34 hours) live webinars over three terms. Please contact us for dates.
How To Access Funding
Below is a diagram of the MOE process. Please go to https://pld.education.govt.nz/find-pld/structured-literacy-approaches/ to find out more.
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