Course Format: self-paced

Foundations of Literacy: Concept of Word

Explore the Concept of Word through a self-paced course designed to help early childhood educators develop a clear understanding of what it is, why it matters, and how to intentionally incorporate it into daily classroom instruction. Through practical examples and flexible learning, you’ll gain strategies to support word awareness, highlight word boundaries, and guide children in matching spoken words to printed text. This course provides the tools and confidence you need to embed concept of word skills into everyday routines and build strong foundations for early reading success.

Audience:

Teachers, Directors, Owners

Level:

Foundational
(Beginner)

Development age:

Preschool

Language of COurse

English

Start Date

March 9th, 2026

Duration
2 Hours/ 0.2 CEU's

Price

$10


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Course Objectives

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Identify and explain how environmental print, symbols, and word boundaries contribute to preschoolers' understanding of the concept of word.
Implement developmentally appropriate strategies that guide children in recognizing and connecting environmental symbols with printed words during everyday classroom routines.

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