Introduction to Structured Literacy and the Orton-Gillingham Approach

2 Units
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for Dyslexia Training Institute Participants Only

Participants will learn terminology used in the Orton-Gillingham (O-G) approach and V/A/TK strategies, how and why the O-G approach included multi sensory teaching/learning, phonemes of the English language, and the importance of clearly isolating each phoneme. An overview of the seven syllable types, using real and nonsense words, syllable division and word patterns will also be included.

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend:  This course provides continuing education for educators participating in online course provided by Dyslexia Training Institute.

Course Options

Course Date Units Price
EDC-X713A – 056 25 Nov 202420 Dec 2024 2 $158

Overview of Orton-Gillingham Approach (prev #: EDU-500JQ)

25 Nov 202420 Dec 2024
2
$158
Credit Validation
Online (fixed date)

Students must be registered for the Dyslexia Training Institute's course prior to registering with USD for credit: https://www.dyslexiatraininginstitute.org/class_overview-og.html

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation courses after the allotted 30 days.

Enrollment Open Through: November 25 – December 5, 2024 (11:59pm PST)

What You Will Learn

  • Define and give examples of multi sensory teaching/learning
  • Explain and define terminology
  • Identify and demonstrate phonemes
  • Select and define appropriate keywords
  • Provide and define examples of the seven syllable types
  • Outline and explain examples of word patterns

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The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

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