Slingerland 2017 Summer Comprehensive Course – Newark

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When:
June 15, 2017 – July 14, 2017 all-day
2017-06-15T00:00:00-07:00
2017-07-15T00:00:00-07:00
Where:
Stellar Academy
38325 Cedar Blvd
Newark, CA 94560
USA
Cost:
2750.00

2017 Summer Comprehensive Course – Newark, CA

When: 6/15/2017, 6/16/2017, 6/19/2017, 6/20/2017, 6/21/2017, 6/22/2017, 6/23/2017, 6/26/2017, 6/27/2017, 6/28/2017, 6/29/2017, 6/30/2017, 7/5/2017, 7/6/2017, 7/7/2017, 7/10/2017, 7/11/2017, 7/12/2017, 7/13/2017, 7/14/2017
Where: Stellar Academy, 38325 Cedar Blvd. Newark, CA 94560
Registration: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/tab2.aspx?EventID=1888997

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We are pleased to announce the dates for the 2017 Summer Comprehensive Course at Stellar Academy. Course dates are June 15 through July 14, 2017 – no class on July 3 or 4. The introductory level, second level and third level continuum courses will be offered. Course descriptions follow the “for parents” information below.

Register early and get the best value registration.Registration costs increase on May 26, 2017; online registration will be available through June 1, 2017

For Parents:

Is your child bright but struggling with oral or written language? Spelling or reading? Sign them up for the Structured Literacy Intervention Summer Camp – click here to download the application packet

Available Courses

Introductory Level Comprehensive Course

This course is the core of the Slingerland training program. It is traditionally offered as a four-week summer session and includes a practicum with students. It can also be adapted into a four to six week in-year course.

Course Content Includes:

  • Instruction in the introductory steps of handwriting, written language, decoding and reading comprehension
  • Knowledge of the historical and philosophical background of Specific Language Disability (dyslexia)
  • The study of phonic rules and their application to encoding and decoding
  • The neurology of language as a means of developing oral language skills The history, philosophy and current research in the field of dyslexia
  • The relationship of curriculum and classroom organization to the language arts program
  • Practice with multi-sensory teaching principles through daily work with children

133 classroom hours. This course is approved for 6 graduate level extension credits through University of San Diego. Registration for extension credits must happen ON or BEFORE the first day of the course.  Click here to view the USD enrollment page for the introductory level course.

Cost: $2750.00
Registration: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/tab2.aspx?EventID=1888997

Second Level Continuum Course

Traditionally offered as a 4-week period of intensive study with a practicum. After a brief, basic review of the introductory course, participants will be introduced to and practice more advanced techniques in the language arts continuum. The use of the dictation paragraph and the screening procedures for identifying students will also be presented.

Course Content Includes:

  • Guided observation of the evaluative and prescriptive elements imbedded in the daily plan Knowledge of how oral language skills relate to writing and reading skills
  • Studying the vertical and horizontal use of the format for instruction
  • How to integrate a new learning throughout the format
  • Critical thinking skills needed for reading, writing and speaking
  • Current research in all aspects of dyslexia
  • How to administer and evaluate the Slingerland Screening materials

133 classroom hours. This course is approved for 6 graduate level extension credits through University of San Diego. Registration for extension credits must happen ON or BEFORE the first day of the course.  Click here to view the USD enrollment page for the second level continuum course.

Cost: $2750.00
Registration: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/tab2.aspx?EventID=1888997

Third Level Continuum Course

This four week course is designed for a limited number of participants wishing to become staff teachers in Slingerland training courses. This course encompasses all learning in the introductory and second level courses as the participant learns how to organize, maintain and evaluate a summer session, its students and participants.

Participants may also enroll in the Third Level Continuum Course for more directed work with small groups of students. Daily lesson plans are developed to meet the needs of these students under the direction of the Slingerland Director.

Third Year Continuum Course Content Includes:

  • The use of the Slingerland® Approach with a classroom group of children
  • Evaluations of participant lesson plans, materials and teaching stations
  • Evaluations of delivery of planned lessons Assisting with the completion of forms for the Slingerland® Institute
  • Preparation and delivery of lectures to participants
  • Preparation of an orientation about dyslexia and the Slingerland® Approach
  • Individualized requirements assigned by the Director

133 classroom hours. This course is approved for 6 graduate level extension credits through University of San Diego. Registration for graduate level extension credits must happen ON or BEFORE the first day of the course.  Click here to view the USD enrollment page for the third level continuum course.

Cost: $2750.00
Registration: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/tab2.aspx?EventID=1888997

More Information: /Assets/Files/2017-Stellar-SS-Reg.pdf