Introduction to Family Literacy (Edmonton 2017)

Pat Halewich (Community Learning Network)

Location: Centre for Family Literacy, Edmonton, AB

Region(s): West Central

 Registration for this training is now closed.

Introduction to Family Literacy

Trainer: Centre for Family Literacy Trainer

Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (both days)  

Introduction to Family Literacy is a certificate training developed by the Centre for Family Literacy. This 2-day training provides participants with a basic understanding of the role of literacy in the life of children, their parents and the community. Topics that will be explored include the following:

• A short history of literacy
• How literacy is perceived today
• Adult literacy
• Family Literacy
• The role of oral language in children’s literacy development
• Emergent (early) literacy development
• The role of environmental print in emergent literacy development
• Parental role in emergent literacy development

The training provides participants with many opportunities to be actively involved in examining and developing strategies to support family literacy activities. 

Registration Fees: $75.00/person CALP, First Nations College or CCI staff; $150.00/person Other Organizations 

Registration includes training materials, lunch, light snacks and beverages.

Deadline to Register: Tuesday, April 4, 2017 (A Minimum of 8 people is required to run this training.)

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Cancellations and Refund Policy:

Cancellations up to two weeks prior to the event are eligible for a full refund.

Cancellations later than two weeks prior to the event are eligible for a credit to be applied to another training opportunity coordinated by the Community Learning Network within the current fiscal period (July 1st to June 30th).