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FSC2556 Supporting Children with Reading Difficulties

Course Description

Embark on a comprehensive journey to empower children facing reading difficulties with our specialised summer course aimed at primary school teachers in Ireland. This course, entitled “Supporting Children with Reading Difficulties”, is meticulously designed to delve into the complexities of reading challenges, including dyslexia, and offer actionable, evidence-based strategies for support within mainstream classrooms.

  • Understand the Spectrum of Reading Difficulties: Begin with a deep dive into the nature of reading difficulties and dyslexia, understanding their causes, manifestations, and the profound impact they have on a child’s academic and social life.
  • Master Planning and Assessment: Learn to navigate the Continuum of Support, engage with outside agencies like NEPS and HSE, and apply a variety of assessment tools and methods to create tailored support plans.
  • Explore Instructional Methodologies: Gain insight into effective literacy instructional techniques and interventions, guided by the latest DE guidelines and the Primary Language Curriculum, to support struggling readers.
  • Implement Effective Interventions: Critically evaluate and apply specific interventions, understanding the role of assistive technology, and working collaboratively with parents and external agencies.
  • Drive School-Wide Literacy Improvement: Through case studies and SSE objectives, learn to conduct thorough literacy assessments, develop School Improvement Plans, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice in line with the Cosán framework.

This course is ideal for primary school teachers in Ireland looking to enhance their understanding and skills in supporting children with reading difficulties, including those with dyslexia. Whether you are looking to refine your current practices or develop new strategies, this course will provide the knowledge and tools you need to make a difference in the lives of your students.

Transform your approach to supporting children with reading difficulties and join a community of like-minded educators committed to making education accessible and engaging for every child. Enrol today and take the first step towards empowering your students to overcome their reading challenges.

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Essential Details

Price: €69.00
Course Code: FSC2556
Tutor Support: Phone, e-Mail, Forum, Live Chat
Start Date: Tuesday, 1st July 2025
Duration: 20 Hours
Format: Online
Skill Level: Beginner
Qualification: Certificate

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Course Information

EPV Days – this course is approved by the Dept. of Education for qualification of EPV days. The more courses you select, the more EPV days you receive:

  • 1 online course – 3 EPV days entitlement
  • 2 online courses – 4 EPV days entitlement
  • 3 online courses – 5 EPV days entitlement

Requirements: All our courses are run in accordance with the Department of Education and Skills criteria.

Training Period: Courses begin on Tuesday, 1st July 2025 at 9:00am and must be completed by Friday, 22nd August 2025 at 5.00pm.

Course Length: Each course requires approximately 20 hours of study including time to complete any assessments.

Support: The Discussion forums are facilitated by expert moderators.

Course Fees: Courses may be purchased either online or by phone.

  • One course €69
  • Two courses €89
  • Three courses €99

Questions and Support: Our Support team are on hand to answer all your queries, either by phone, live chat or e-mail.

Certification: When you have successfully completed your course, you will receive your CPD Certificate.

Course Content

Module 1: An Introduction to Reading Difficulties

  • Understand and describe reading difficulties and dyslexia, including their causes and presentation in the classroom.
  • Appreciate the difficulties and impact of dyslexia on affected children.

Module 2: Planning and Assessment for Children with Reading Difficulties

  • Understand the Continuum of Support for assessment and intervention.
  • Appreciate the role and engagement process with outside agencies (e.g., NEPs, HSE) in supporting children with reading difficulties.
  • Explore various assessment methods and tools for children with reading difficulties.
  • Learn to create SMART targets for supporting children with reading difficulties.

Module 3: Reading Difficulties

  • Identify and implement effective literacy instructional methodologies and interventions based on DE guidelines and the Primary Language Curriculum.
  • Explore the features of effective literacy interventions for struggling readers.

Module 4: Interventions

  • Critically evaluate specific interventions for pupils with reading difficulties.
  • Work effectively with parents of struggling readers and understand the procedure for applying for exemptions for studying Irish.
  • Examine the role of School Self Evaluation in enhancing literacy support practices within the school.

Module 5: Case Studies

  • Explore the role of assistive technology in supporting children with reading difficulties.
  • Examine case studies to understand the process of identifying, assessing, and responding to the needs of children with reading difficulties.
  • Apply the School Self Evaluation process to improve literacy assessment and support within the school.
  • Write and implement a School Improvement Plan focused on enhancing support for children with reading difficulties.
  • Understand the importance of continuous professional development as outlined in the Cosán framework.
  • Reflect on professional practice in literacy support and share learning experiences within a professional community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course completion requirements are as follows:

You are required to post two comments to the forum post at the end of each module throughout the course. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

Your progression from module to module is contingent on the successful completion of these assignments.

The end of course reflective assignment must demonstrate achievement of the course’s stated learning outcomes.

You will be required to complete a minimum of 10 hours online and an additional 10 hours either online or offline

If you signed up for your course online you will have received an email with login details to start your training. Please check your spam/junk email folder as it may have landed in there.

All our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course so please allow up to 2 weeks for the grade and feedback for the End of Course assignment.

The courses contain 5 modules each of which is made up of individual lessons.

You are required to engage with the course for a total of 20 hours (10 Hours online is mandatory and the remaining 10 hours can be online or offline for other learning activities)

Yes you can decide to do either. It is up to you what way you want to complete the course, once you demonstrate engagement for a total of 20 hours (10 of these must be online)

You are required to post to the forum posts at the end of each module throughout the course. You will need to post two comments. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

This is usually caused by not meeting the criteria for completing the previous module, in particular posting at least two contributions to the course forum.

The minimum word count is to be no less than 300 words and not more than 500 words.

Naturally, like most courses, it is only possible to evaluate your grade when you have completed the course.

There is two parts to the assessment:

<strong>1. Meeting the Minimum Criteria:</strong> You are required to complete all 5 modules, regularly contribute to the course forum after each module (at least 2 meaningful contributions per module).

<strong>2. Assignments:</strong> You must complete Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and posts to the forums at the end of each module, as well as an overall End of Course Assignment. Once you have met each of these conditions, you should qualify for your EPV days and receiving your Flúirse certificate of completion.

You’ll be glad to hear that ALL our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course and will always inform them before the course closing date if they do not appear to have met the above criteria for any reason.

More questions? Check our FAQ Section.

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