Methods for Engaging Families in Literacy Activities
Develop methods for engaging families in literacy activities.
Program Overview
In education, it's important to build strong ties with parents and family by encouraging literacy partnerships. Through an exploration of activities and articles, you will learn methods for engaging families in literacy activities. Topics covered in this course include elevating the value of a home library, honoring family assets through talking about books, creating choice boards and strategies for home use, and highlighting the importance of discovering and setting aside time to read.
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Approximately 15 hours
Up to 6 months to complete courseworkEstimated Tuition
0
Tuition of this course is funded by a grantWays to Learn
Online
Credit
1 PDU
Graduate Level Professional Development CreditKey Features
Online and self-paced | Dedicated mentor | Interactive assignments
Real-world case studies | Earn graduate level professional development credits
Upon successful mastery of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the value of reading in the home.
- Create school-to-family reading connections through conversations.
- Construct literacy activities to build family engagement.
- Conceptualize parent and family literacy training.
- Identify opportunities to build reading volume.
Course Topics:
- Building a Culture of Family Literacy
- Parents as Reading Partners
- Literacy Strategies Build Family Engagement
- Choice Boards and Book Clubs as Inspiration
- Ignite Family Literacy
- Amping Up Family Literacy Conversations
- Envision a Parent Training
- Motivated Students Share Their Joy
- Living a Readerly Life
- Celebrate Reading in the Home
This course is part of the 4-course "Parents as Partners in Literacy" program. Taking courses in this recommended order will help you build a strong foundation and progress through the program with success.
- Building the Why for Family Literacy
- Methods for Engaging Families in Literacy Activities
- Strategies and Resources to Support Reading Development
- Data to Inform Literacy Development
PreK-12 teachers, Teacher candidates, School administrators, Para-educators
Earn your credit in 3 simple steps
Step 1
Register online at no cost.
Step 2
Complete the course.
Step 3
Receive credits and obtain an official transcript.
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What are Graduate-level Professional Development Credits?
Graduate-level professional development credits are not part of a degree program but instead are primarily used for professional advancement such as salary increment steps and recertification. Students should seek approval from appropriate district officials before enrolling in these courses.