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An Introduction to Phonics for Teachers

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This online Phonics training course is specifically designed for Teachers that are new to teaching Phonics or those who want to refresh and renew their prior knowledge.

In this course you will learn to teach Phonics effectively and how to embed key strategies into your teaching practice.

Course Outline:

What phonics is and how it is used in schools

Key vocabulary used in phonics sessions and how to teach this

What makes effective phonics teaching

How to plan phonics sessions to ensure your teaching is engaging and effective

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Who Is It For?

Teachers

Supply Teachers

       Duration: 1 Hour

       Video Time: 30 Minutes

       Chapters: 5

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This course is certified by The CPD Certification Service.
 

Prospero Learning's An Introduction to Phonics for Teachers course has passed rigorous checks to ensure it is of high quality and relevant in supporting continued professional development.

How It Works

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Certification

On completion of this course, download your certificate
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More About This Course

Effective Feedback for Learners is designed to help you transform the way you use feedback in your classroom to boost student progress and engagement. In this research-informed course, you’ll explore what effective feedback really means and how it can be used to drive meaningful learning outcomes.

 

You’ll dive into the different types of feedback—peer, verbal, written, and whole-class—and learn when and how to use each approach most effectively. Through real examples and best-practice strategies, you’ll discover how to make your feedback more timely, specific, and actionable so that it truly supports your pupils’ next steps.

 

The course also unpacks what the latest research says about feedback and gives you the tools to implement evidence-based methods that work. You’ll explore how feedback links to metacognition, helping your students develop greater independence and ownership of their learning. Whether you’re early in your teaching career or looking to refine your approach, this course will give you the confidence and practical strategies to make your feedback more impactful.

Course Chapters

1

Chapter 1 - What is Phonics

Introduction 

01:10

Assessment

1 Question

2

Chapter 2 - Key Phonics vocabulary

Chapter 2

Assessment

5 Questions

Course Resources - Glossary

3

Chapter 3 - Effective Phonics Teaching

Chapter 3

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Assessment

5 Questions

4

Chapter 4 - Teaching Phonics

Chapter 4

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Assessment

5 Questions

5

Chapter 5 - Example Lessons and Activities

Chapter 5

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Course Assesment

10 Questions

Effective Feedback for Learners​ Feedback

10 Questions

Course Assesment

10 Questions

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