Lotus Reading Program For Grades 3-7

Step into the world of structured, phonics and language comprehension-based guided reading designed specifically for primary and junior secondary educators. This course offers a step-by-step guide to the Lotus Reading Program, blending research-backed strategies with practical, hands-on techniques that are sure to enhance your teaching efficacy and student outcomes.

• Guided reading techniques: Master the art of whole class, guided reading to develop reading skills, combined with small group remedial instruction where needed. Foster intimate learning environments where detailed feedback is possible.
• Innovative teaching approaches: Use the Lotus method’s unique lesson procedures, techniques, and online reading library of ebooks to help students navigate through graduated levels of reading complexity as they follow the Government syllabus.
• Assessment and adaptation: Learn to assess reading skills accurately and adapt your teaching strategies to meet the specific needs of each student.
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Delve into a comprehensive online learning experience with live lectures and discussion. Apply what you learn following practical teaching demonstrations by expert teachers. This is an 8-week course.

1. Lotus method fundamentals: Understand the theory and practice behind differentiated instruction and the Lotus method.
2. Reading complexity: Explore strategies to enable all students to progress regardless of starting point. Learn how to adapt your teaching to the Sri Lankan classroom environment.
3. Comprehensive lesson planning: From decoding to comprehension, learn to create engaging and effective lesson plans.
4. Integration with Government syllabi: Seamlessly combine the Lotus Program with the Government English syllabus.

Apply differentiated instruction to enhance the Government syllabus, develop a detailed Lotus guided reading lesson plan, and learn how to assess students and design remedial reading instruction.

Gain access to the Lotus Program Teacher's Guide and a library of Sri Lankan themed levelled readers, enhancing your teaching toolkit.

Are you ready to elevate your teaching and make a profound impact on your students’ literacy journey? Join us now and start transforming your classroom!