Literacy Service

Access Arrangements for Post-Primary Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

To examine what Access Arrangements are and the principles behind their existence. To discuss the structures that regulate the administration of Access Arrangements. To highlight a range of Access Arrangements that may be appropriate for some post-primary pupils with literacy difficulties. To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for school staff in relation to Access Arrangements.

 

 Course Details:

01 October 2022 - 31 August 2023

The training is approximately a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Overview of Text Help Read Write Software

AIMS:

To introduce the software and explain the context of using it throughout schools in N. Ireland

To discuss the 18-month license for the software purchased by EA which will enable every child to have equal access to the latest version of this software in school and at home.

To explain the benefits of the software and discuss pupil cohorts who will find usage helpful.

To provide a live demo of the basic functions of the software and the settings that support each feature

To provide two short, timed tasks for participants to try themselves to gain experience using the software.

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 45-minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Strategies To Support Pupils With Working Memory Difficulties

AIMS:

Revise/highlight what working memory is and how it impacts on a pupil’s ability to learn while at school. To discuss the signs of working memory difficulties and how they might be recognised  both formally and informally. To highlight practical strategies which may support pupils with working memory difficulties at home and school. To signpost to resources and literature which may continue to support parents and teachers who are working to support pupils with working memory difficulties.

 

 

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 35 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

An Overview of How Assistive Technology Can Help Pupils With Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

The aim of this CPD presentation is:

To provide participants with an overview of the resources which are available through the school’s C2K network for supporting pupils experiencing literacy difficulties in the primary and post primary settings.

Course Details:

The training will consist of 2 videos: 1 x 21 minute video and 1 x 46 minute video.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Strategies To Support Pupils With Spelling Difficulties

AIMS:

The aim of this CPD presentation is to:

Discuss the theory behind developing an effective approach to supporting spelling development.

Highlight practical strategies to support pupils with spelling difficulties.

 

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 1 hour and 20 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Access Arrangements for Primary Pupils experiencing Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

To examine what Access Arrangements are and the principles behind their existence. To highlight a range of Access Arrangements that may be appropriate for some primary pupils experiencing literacy difficulties. To provide an overview of the place that assistive technology may have in levelling the playing field for some primary pupils experiencing literacy difficulties. To discuss the regulations that govern the administration of Access Arrangements in externally assessed KS2 tests e.g. the transfer tests and the PTE/PTM tests. To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for primary-based school staff in relation to Access Arrangements.

Course Details:

The training is a 30 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE:

Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCO's

 

An Introduction to Microsoft Reading Progress

AIMS:

To give a brief introduction to MS Reading Progress and how it can be facilitated through TEAMs To Provide an overview of the main features of Reading Progress To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for school staff who may be considering introducing MS Reading Progress into their lessons

Course Details:

The training is a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE:

Primary and Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCO's

 

An Overview of How Assistive Technology Can Support Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

The aim of this CPD presentation is:

To provide participants with an overview of the resources which are available through the school’s C2K network for supporting pupils experiencing literacy difficulties in the primary and post primary settings.

Course Details:

The training will consist of 2 videos: 1 x 21 minute video and 1 x 46 minute video.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Dyslexia Friendly Post Primary Classroom

AIMS:

To discuss indicators of dyslexia at the Post Primary phase

To help teachers identify reasonable adjustments in their own classrooms and lesson delivery so that learning is more accessible and inclusive for students

To help teachers identify pre-existing in-house technology to help support learners who are underachieving in the classroom

To help teachers reflect on their own skills base and identify areas which they can develop through a dyslexia friendly audit.

 

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 55 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Dyslexia Friendly Primary Classroom

AIMS:

To highlight indicators of dyslexia across the Key stages.

To help teachers identify reasonable adjustments in your own classrooms and lesson delivery so that learning is more accessible and inclusive for all pupils

To help you identify pre-existing in-house technology to help support learners who are underachieving in the classroom

To reflect on your own skills base and identify areas that you can develop through a dyslexia friendly audit form

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 50 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

How to set up Peer Lead Paired Reading in the Post Primary School

AIMS:

To learn how to set up, run and evaluate a peer lead paired reading programme in the post primary school

 

 Course Details:

The training is a 30 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Navigating the Literacy Service’s c2k Microsoft TEAMS site for Primary School SENCos

AIMS:

To provide Primary school SENCos with an opportunity to make best use of the Literacy Service’s Teachers Support TEAM site found within c2k. To provide SENCos with a tour of the Literacy Service TEAM site and to highlight the many channels which offer a wide range of support for pupils experiencing  literacy difficulties in their schools - a one stop shop of support for primary schools. To demonstrate how to download materials to share materials with colleagues within their schools

Course Details:

11 November 2022 - 31 August 2023

The training is a 30 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly 

AUDIENCE:

Primary SENCO's

 

Office 365 Learning Tools

AIMS:

To raise awareness of the free Microsoft Learning Tools that can assist all learners in reading, writing and communication.

To share the inclusive features of Immersive Reader, Dictate, Editor and Reading progress, in particular, as practical strategies to help bypass literacy difficulties.

 

 Course Details:

03 October 2022 - 31 August 2023

The training is approximately a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly 

 

Overview of Texthelp Read&Write Software to Support Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

To introduce the software and explain the context of using it throughout schools in N. Ireland

To discuss the 18-month license for the software purchased by EA which will enable every child to have equal access to the latest version of this software in school and at home.

To explain the benefits of the software and discuss pupil cohorts who will find usage helpful.

To provide a live demo of the basic functions of the software and the settings that support each feature

To provide two short, timed tasks for participants to try themselves to gain experience using the software.

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 45-minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Planning Teaching to Support Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

The aim of this CPD presentation is to introduce participants to, or refresh their knowledge in the planning and development of intervention programmes based on best practice when supporting pupils with literacy difficulties

 

 Course Details:

The training is approximatelya 35 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Read & Write - Exam Mode

AIMS:

To give a brief outline of Access Arrangements/Reasonable Adjustments and how they can be facilitated through Texthelp’s Read & Write in Exam Mode To explain how to set up Exam Mode in Texthelp’s Read & Write software To demonstrate available features of Exam Mode and how they can be used during exams To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for school staff in relation to setting up and using R&W Exam Mode

Course Details:

The training is a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE:

Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCO's

 

Running Records

AIMS:

To learn about the purpose of Running Records To learn about the marking conventions of Running Records To learn about how to score a Running Record

Course Details:

The training is a 30-40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE:

Primary and Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCO's

 

Strategies to Support Pupils With Comprehension Difficulties

AIMS:

The aim of this CPD presentation is to introduce participants to:

Discuss theory behind promoting comprehension as an essential reading skill

To discuss examples of best practice in supporting pupils with reading comprehension difficulties.

 

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 1 hour 25 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Strategies to Support Pupils With Spelling Difficulties

AIMS:

The aim of this CPD presentation is to:

Discuss the theory behind developing an effective approach to supporting spelling development.

Highlight practical strategies to support pupils with spelling difficulties.

 

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 1 hour and 20 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Strategies to Support Pupils with Working Memory Difficulties

AIMS:

Revise/highlight what working memory is and how it impacts on a pupil’s ability to learn while at school. To discuss the signs of working memory difficulties and how they might be recognised  both formally and informally. To highlight practical strategies which may support pupils with working memory difficulties at home and school. To signpost to resources and literature which may continue to support parents and teachers who are working to support pupils with working memory difficulties.

 

 

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 35 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Study Skills for Post-Primary Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

To examine what Study Skills are and to explore the value of teaching them to post-primary pupils with literacy difficulties. To highlight a range of practical approaches to teaching Study Skills to post-primary pupils with literacy difficulties. To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for school staff responsible for incorporating Study Skills into their schools’ educational provision.

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 35 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Supporting the Effective Work of the Classroom Assistant in the Post Primary Phase

AIMS:

To reflect on the opportunities for teachers and CAs to plan and work together effectively to enhance learning outcomes.

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 30 minute  training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Supporting the Effective Work of the Classroom Assistant in the Primary Phase

AIMS:

To reflect on the opportunities for teachers and CAs to plan and work together effectively to enhance learning outcomes for pupils.

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 30 minute  training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

The benefits of developing a pre-cursive handwriting script in the Foundation Stage.

AIMS:

To outline the research on cursive handwriting and its benefits. To increase the understanding of the difficulties children can have that impact handwriting development. To provide advice to assist teachers in identifying these difficulties in the classroom. To offer practical strategies to support the introduction of a cursive script in the Foundation Stage.

Course Details:

The training is a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE:

Primary Teachers and SENCO's

 

Transition from P7 to Year 8

AIMS:

Discuss areas relating to transition which are difficult for pupils transitioning to post-primary school.

Highlight practical strategies to support pupils in their transition to post-primary school

 

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 30-minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Understanding the Alphabet, Classroom Assistant Focus

AIMS:

To demonstrate how to help pupils learn and use the alphabet

 Course Details:

The training is approximately a 20 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

 

Using Evidence-Based Practice to Plan a Spelling Intervention Programme for Pupils with Literacy Difficulties.

AIMS:

To revise/highlight the knowledge and skills required for accurate spelling and discuss why a pupil experiencing dyslexic type difficulties might find these difficult. To demonstrate how teachers might identify types of spelling miscue through base-line testing. To help teachers analyse these errors in order to guide decisions on best strategies/approaches to be used. To make reference to key highlights and guidance from the SEN Resource File – Spelling section.

Course Details:

The training is a 45 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE: 

Primary, Post Primary Teachers and SENCO's

Using iPads to Support Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

To provide an introductory overview of the freely built in accessibility features on an iPad and the benefits usage of these may have for pupils with literacy difficulties To provide practical solutions in relation to how the iPads can be integrated into class lessons To demonstrate the top 3 apps used by literacy service staff to support pupils with literacy difficulties

 Course Details:

The training is a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.