Event Details

Course Information

This explicit and systematic phonics program introduces students to the foundational reading skills necessary for proficient reading.

UFLI Foundations is an explicit and systematic phonics program that introduces students to the foundational reading skills necessary for proficient reading. It follows a carefully developed scope and sequence designed to ensure that students systematically acquire each skill needed and learn to apply each skill with automaticity and confidence.

Developed by Dr. Holly Lane and Dr. Valentina Contesse of the University of Florida Literacy Institute and facilitated by Speld Qld, this one-day workshop will include:

• A review of essential background knowledge about the science of reading
• An overview of the UFLI Foundations program
• An in-depth exploration of each lesson step
• Recommendations for progress monitoring and differentiation

Workshop attendees can purchase the UFLI Foundations manual at the discounted price of $99.00 (usually $121.00) on the day. (Visa/Mastercard payments only)

Presenters:

Kylie Eckermann and Kylie Power are both trained primary school teachers and UFLI Trainers committed to using research and evidence-based approaches to improve academic outcomes for all students.

They have been presenting synthetic phonics to teachers and speech pathologists for Speld QLD for the past 3 years and have extensive experience of teaching children using evidence-based phonics programs in a variety of educational settings.

Venue:

O’Shea Centre, 19 Lovedale St, Wilston

Inclusions:

• 1 day training course
• Refreshments and light lunch provided

How to register:

1. Online: Click the green ‘Register Now’ button below to book and pay online. (Instant confirmation)

• Online registration is required so participant details are captured for the enrollment and course reminder database.
• You may be prompted to create a Guest Profile if you do not already have one. 
• A payment receipt will be emailed straight away, but please allow 2 business days for your Tax Invoice to be emailed.

Other Dates:

This course will also run in:

• Term 4 2024; December, date TBC
• Term 1 2025; January, date TBC

Important Notes

1. Member rate; must be logged in with credentials to receive discount.
2. Payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your registration and is non-refundable.
3. If you are unable to attend, you may:
3.a. Opt for a Credit Note for a future course. 14 days notice is required.
3.b. Transfer your ticket to another person. 7 days notice required.
4. Changes requested within 6 days of start date are not able to be made, as course details are confirmed with venue/trainer.
5. Speld Qld reserves the right to cancel or reschedule an event if minimum numbers (as determined by us) are not met, or if the presenter is unable to attend. You may choose to transfer to the new event, send another attendee in your place or receive a refund.