Self Paced
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Foundations of Literacy: Alphabetic Principle

This self-paced course equips preschool teachers with foundational knowledge and practical strategies to introduce young children to the Alphabetic Principle. 

english

2 hours

October 19, 2026

This course is part of the Foundations of Literacy in VPK Bundle.
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Course Details

0.2 CEUs
Teachers, Directors, Owners
Online - Self Paced
Preschool

Course Developers

ELCHC Program Initiative & Education Facilitators

About this Course

Help young learners connect the dots between letters and sounds! This self-paced course introduces preschool educators to the Alphabetic Principle and its role in early reading development. Explore engaging, developmentally appropriate strategies to build children's alphabet knowledge, recognize letter sequences, and connect letters to their sounds. Gain practical ideas to make learning letters fun, meaningful, and a strong foundation for future reading success!

Earn your Certificate

Complete pre assessment at the beginning of the course. 

Complete all lessons in the course in order, certain elements are locked until completed.

Complete and submit a self-reflection assessment after each lesson. 

Pass the post assessment with 80% or higher within 2 attempts. 

Complete the post learning event survey after the course is completed

Contact the Education Team if you experience technical issues.

What you will learn by the end of the course

Identify the components of the Alphabetic Principle, including letter-sound relationships.

Explain how the Alphabetic Principle supports early reading development in preschoolers.

Self-Paced Bundle Expectations

Expectations

  • Progress courses at your own pace
  • Download and complete on your phone or tablet
  • Pass all course assessments & surveys
  • CEU Certificate

Achievement Bonus

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Purchase bundle and complete all courses by 5:00PM Friday 5/29 to be eligible for $300*
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* Only for Hillsborough County early educators and while funds are available. 
*Participants who received a stipend for FAST-Track: Coaching for VPK Mastery are not eligible to receive the bonus.
*Bundle must be purchased to be eligible