College of Education
Description:
Gain the expertise to help you identify students who are struggling with reading challenges associated with dyslexia and develop a toolkit to ensure every student has the instruction needed to aid them in their literacy journey. Engage in strategies that will specifically sequence reading skills to improve comprehension, fluency, phonics and phonemic awareness. Learn pedagogical techniques that are evidence-based and specifically tailored to address dyslexia-related challenges.
The Dyslexia in P-12 Classrooms online microcredential exposes you to the Alphabetic Phonics approach to reading instruction for struggling readers and those identified with dyslexia. Content requires 15-20 hours to complete through lectures, demonstrations, practical application, and feedback activities. Learners who successfully complete the microcredential with 80% mastery in content and skill attainment will earn 15 professional development hours and the option to receive a digital badge or certificate.