Riverside School

Phonology Part 1

What is phonology, and why is it vital to literacy success? Learn the basics of phonology including vowel and consonant knowledge needed for teaching correct pronunciation of phonograms - an essential component of O-G's alphabetic phonetic approach.

Phonology Part 2

Further explore the role of phonology in reading acquisition. A demo will help you experience how struggles with phonology and sound symbol association affect reading. Learn causes and prescriptive practices for consonant and vowel confusions.

Phonological Awareness

Phonological Awareness is an important predictor in a child's reading success. Learn the different skills that fall under the Phonological Umbrella, how and when to teach each skill, and how phonemic awareness can improve a child's reading skills.

Introduction to Teaching Reading Using the O-G Approach

This 2-hour session will provide a window into the background and practices of the O-G approach for teaching reading to children with dyslexia.

Teaching Reading Part 3a

Participants in this course will complete their "Reading Rope", and they will explore the O-G approach to teaching reading. They will learn how to introduce early decoding to younger students, using methods such as blending and onset and rime.

Oral Reading in the O-G Lesson

Discover the science behind how the brain processes language and why the O-G approach works. Learn to be prescriptive and achieve long-term reading goals by addressing individual needs and providing instructional and emotionally sound passages.