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Phonics Teacher Training: Learn to Teach Children to Read
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Phonics Teacher Training: Learn to Teach Children to Read

Learn systematic phonics, blending, segmenting, spelling rules and practical classroom strategies to teach children.
Created byNetra Naik
Last updated 4/2026
English
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What you'll learn

  • Gain a clear understanding of phonics principles and their importance in early literacy development.
  • Learn the relationship between letters and sounds, including phonemes, graphemes, and blending techniques.
  • Master techniques to teach phonics in a structured and engaging manner.
  • Explore various approaches like synthetic phonics, analytic phonics, and multisensory learning.
  • Foster a love for reading and writing among young learners.
  • Use phonics as a foundation to develop confident, independent readers.

Course content

3 sections • 39 lectures • 1h 30m total length

  • What is Phonics?2:54

    ? Introduction to Phonics

    Reading doesn’t begin with memorizing words — it begins with understanding sounds.

    Phonics is a powerful approach that helps children discover the relationship between letters and the sounds they represent. Instead of guessing or rote learning, learners develop the ability to decode, blend, and read words independently.

    This is where real reading begins.

    ? What is Decoding?

    Decoding is the skill that transforms a child from a passive learner into an active reader.

    It is the ability to break down words into individual sounds and blend them together to read accurately. For example:

    /c/ – /a/ – /t/ → cat

    With strong decoding skills, learners no longer rely on memorization — they gain the confidence to read new and unfamiliar words with ease.

    ? The Goal of Phonics Instruction

    The primary goal of phonics instruction is to build a strong connection between:

    • Written language (letters and words)

    • Spoken language (sounds and speech)

    This connection forms the foundation of fluent reading.

    When taught effectively, phonics enables learners to:

    • Read with accuracy and confidence

    • Develop fluency over time

    • Build a lifelong connection with reading

    ? A Strong Foundation Matters

    For phonics to be truly effective, it must be taught with intention and clarity.

    High-quality phonics instruction is:

    • Systematic – Carefully structured in a logical, step-by-step sequence

    • Explicit – Clearly taught with direct instruction, modeling, and guided practice

    This ensures that learners are not left guessing, but are instead guided with clarity, consistency, and confidence.

    ✨ This course is designed to provide exactly that — a structured, practical, and learner-friendly approach to mastering phonics.

  • What is Phonics?1:15
  • How to introduce letter sounds?8:40

    introduce the concept of phonics before teaching letter sounds, start from scratch when needed, use one sound at a time with flashcards and engaging activities, progress to words and sentences.

  • How to introduce letter sounds?1:02
  • Steps to follow1:47
  • Group 1 - SATIPN0:50
  • Blending5:22

    Master blending in phonics by joining individual sounds to form and read words, using sound-specific word lists, practice, and engaging activities like the arrow and dot methods.

  • Blending1:40
  • Segmenting4:22

    Develop segmenting skills by speaking words aloud to spell them, identify beginning, middle, and ending sounds, and connect with blending for fluent phonics through engaging activities.

  • Segmenting1:29
  • Spelling Rule CK14:22

    Explain the ck spelling rule in phonics, showing when to use c or k based on vowel friends: a, o, u with c; i, e with k, and common exceptions.

  • Spelling rule CK1:00
  • CK Rule Reference Pictures0:05
  • Group 2- EHRMDG4:14
  • Group 2 - EHRMDG1:02
  • Group 3 - OULFBZ1:10
  • Sight Words0:09
  • Floss rule - SS/FF/ZZ/LL0:42
  • Long A sound/Digraph/Spelling Rule /ai-ay1:11
  • Letter /j/ & Rabbit Rule2:35

    Learn to teach the j sound with cues using jump and jog, noting its similarity to the z sound, and apply the rabbit rule to double a consonant between vowels.

  • Long O sound/Digraph/Spelling Rule /oa-ow1:37
  • Long I sound /Digraph/Spelling Rule / ie0:40
  • Long E sound /Digraph/Spelling Rule/ee-ea0:56
  • Bossy R / or/letter /w/-/wh/ question words4:41

    Explore bossy r, or r-controlled vowels, and how a e i o u change when followed by r, examples like star and stir. Compare w and v sounds.

  • Bossy R , Wh1:16
  • Syllabification14:06

    Master syllabification by dividing long words into syllables based on one vowel sound per syllable, not letters, to support reading and writing and guide correct spelling.

  • Syllabification0:47
  • /ng/ Letter sound /v/0:57
  • Short /oo/ - Long /OO/0:57
  • Letter sound /y/1:00
  • Letter sound /x/ - Ch/Sh1:01
  • Magic /e/1:23
  • Soft /TH/ and Hard /th/1:20
  • Group- /qu/ou/oi-oy/ue-ew/er/ar1:01

Requirements

  • A passion for teaching and a desire to help children develop strong reading and literacy skills.
  • Basic understanding of the English alphabet and its sounds (no advanced knowledge of phonics is required).
  • Suitable for teachers, parents, tutors, or anyone interested in teaching phonics.
  • A willingness to explore creative, interactive, and fun teaching methods.

Description

Are you a parent, teacher, tutor, or educator who wants to understand phonics and learn how to teach children to read with confidence?

This Phonics Teacher Training Course provides a practical introduction to phonics and helps you build a strong foundation in teaching early reading skills.

In this course, you will learn about phonics, letter sounds, blending, segmenting, decoding, spelling patterns, tricky words, and important phonics rules. You will also explore practical ways to introduce sounds, support word reading, and help children progress from individual sounds to words and simple sentences.

The course covers commonly used phonics sounds and patterns, including short and long vowel sounds, consonant sounds, digraphs, vowel teams, magic e, and other important spelling patterns.

You will also learn how to make phonics learning engaging through simple, child-friendly teaching techniques and activities.

Whether you are a teacher, parent, tutor, preschool educator, or someone looking to develop your phonics teaching skills, this course can help you gain greater confidence in supporting children during the early stages of reading and spelling.

Learn at your own pace and build practical phonics knowledge that you can use with young learners at home, in tutoring sessions, or in the classroom.
HAPPY LEARNING!

Who this course is for:

  • Early Childhood Educators: Teachers looking to strengthen their foundational literacy skills for young learners.
  • Parents: Interested in supporting their child’s reading development at home.
  • Tutors: Wanting to expand their skillset and offer phonics as part of their tutoring services.
  • Primary School Teachers: Educators aiming to implement phonics-based instruction to improve reading outcomes.
  • Aspiring Phonics Teachers: Individuals who want to start a career in teaching phonics and early literacy.
  • Educators of Children with Learning Difficulties: Teachers or specialists who want to use phonics to support children with reading challenges.

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