This practical and forward-thinking **Blended Online EPV Approved Summer Course is designed to support both Class Teachers and Special Education Teachers (SETs) working with children in the Early Years. Drawing on the Science of Reading and the UFLI Foundations, this course emphasises evidence-based practices in oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, and inclusive instruction.
Participants will:
- Explore playful, purposeful strategies to enhance oral language and literacy learning for all children, including those with additional needs.
- Engage in co-teaching approaches using the Heggerty Programme and UFLI to support early reading instruction.
- Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to create inclusive, differentiated classroom experiences.
- Deepen their understanding of fine and gross motor development as foundations for writing.
- Discover and evaluate AI and digital tools (e.g. MagicSchool, ChatGPT, ProjectRead.ai) to personalize teaching and enhance assessment.
- Create setting-specific literacy plans informed by the Primary Language Curriculum, child-led play, and effective assessment strategies.
The course blends live interactive sessions, breakout discussions, and self-paced tasks including video tutorials, practical activities, and reflection exercises—supporting teachers to confidently design inclusive, engaging literacy instruction for the year ahead.
**This flexible blended course includes just two live sessions on July 1st and July 3rd. By attending both, you will have completed 8 of the 20 hours required to qualify for 3 EPV days. The remaining 12 hours are self-paced, giving you the freedom to complete them anytime between July 1st and July 5th. If you choose, you can finish the full 20-hour course by as early as July 3rd.