Course Format: self-paced

Foundations of Literacy: Comprehension Strategies & Constructing Meaning

Explore Comprehension Strategies & Constructing Meaning in a self-paced course designed to help early childhood educators understand how intentional reading interactions build strong understanding and engagement in young learners. Learn why comprehension matters and how to strategically use read-alouds, rich discussions, and multi-sensory supports to guide children before, during, and after reading. Gain practical strategies and tools to confidently select developmentally appropriate texts, model thinking, and create interactive literacy experiences that strengthen vocabulary, background knowledge, and engagement for every learner.

Audience:

Teachers, Directors, Owners

Level:

Foundational
(Beginner)

Development age:

Preschool

Language of COurse

English

Start Date

March 9th, 2026

Duration
1 Hour/ 0.1 CEU's

Price

$5


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Course Objectives

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Apply comprehension strategies that support understanding before, during, and after reading by modeling thinking, prompting rich discussion, and layering auditory, visual, and kinesthetic supports during read-alouds.
Select and implement developmentally appropriate texts and language supports that build vocabulary, background knowledge, and engagement for diverse learners in VPK classrooms.

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

Course Includes