Pennsylvania LETRS: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling
PA LETRS Module 1, 2nd Ed.: The Challenge of Learning to Read
Session Dates
Thursday September 20, 2012 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - PaTTAN - CENTRAL
Closed
This event is by invitation only. You must have a registration key in order to register.
Module 1 helps the learner understand why learning to read is so difficult for many students, how reading develops, and what is happening when the reading process does not progress as expected. (Focus: All grades)
Objectives
Module 1 Attendees will better understand:
- How children learn to read
- The components of instruction that must be taught
- The symptoms and causes of reading disabilities.
Target Audience
Teachers of reading and spelling, including literacy consultants, coaches, reading specialists, special education teachers, regular education teachers, general and special education administrators, and IU TACs are invited to attend.
Individuals attending this course must arrive on time and stay the duration of the course in order to receive Act 48 Professional Education hours. Requests for exceptions are to be brought to the attention of the individual´s Superintendent or IU Director prior to the course.
Target Audience
All participants are required to take Module 1 prior to participation in Modules 2 through 12.
Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this training. Contact: Kelly Kapp, at 717-901-2271, or "kkapp@pattan.net(Kelly Kapp email)":mailto:kkapp@pattan.net.