[RFHF] Upcoming online courses - Early literacy and language development

[Katie Anderson]

Hello! The state library in Virginia is making several of their online courses available to folks nationwide. Below are the descriptions and links you need to learn about and register for the courses. The first three look great if you have been looking for training in the Every Child Ready to Read 2nd Edition early literacy curriculum, if you weren't able to participate in Reading for Healthy Families or if you just want a refresher because you haven't used the curriculum in a while.

The courses cost $25 or $50 which is a steal considering no travel is involved and that these are courses that last 4-5 weeks rather than a one day/one time training. Every Child Ready to Read 2nd Edition is available to check-out from the Oregon State Library<http://osl-lis.blogspot.com/2011/10/every-child-ready-to-read-2nd-edition.html> or purchase from the American Library Association<http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=3404>.

If you have any questions, please contact my counterpart in Virginia:
Enid Costley
Children's and Youth Services Consultant
804.692.3765
enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov<mailto:enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov>

Last time Virginia made their online courses available nationwide they filled up very fast. If you are interested, I suggest you act quickly to learn what you need to make your decision and to get any permissions necessary from your supervisor/director.

Thanks,
Katie
Katie Anderson, Library Development Services
* Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator *
Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301
katie.anderson at state.or.us<mailto:katie.anderson at state.or.us>, 503-378-2528

If the hyperlinks don't work, try copying and pasting these URLs into your browser:

*         Buy the curriculum here: http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=3404

*         Libraries can learn how to check it from the State Library here: http://osl-lis.blogspot.com/2011/10/every-child-ready-to-read-2nd-edition.html

*         Non-library staff can check it out from the State Library this way:

o   Go to your library's website and look up "Every Child Ready to Read 2nd Edition" in the online catalog.

o   If your library has this title, put it on hold/check it out as you would any other library item.

o   If your library does not have it, call either your personal contact at the library or call the main library number (http://oregonauthors.org/libraries/) and ask for the reference desk.

o   Provide the full title "Every Child Ready to Read 2nd Edition" and tell them you would like to check them out via interlibrary loan.  The librarian should be able to help you through that process.



From: Costley, Enid (LVA) [mailto:enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov]
Sent: Monday, August 06, 2012 10:29 AM
To: yscon at lists.ncmail.net<mailto:yscon at lists.ncmail.net>
Subject: [YSCON] Upcoming online training - Early literacy, language development and outreach


The following online courses are being offered by the Library of Virginia to library staff and interested professionals.

To register for course go to http://www.vpl.lib.va.us/  click on calendar and then the month and day of the program.  Or go to http://host5.evanced.info/lva/evanced/eventcalendar.asp  or contact Enid Costley at enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov<mailto:enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov>.
Talk to Me Baby!
Taught by: Dr. Betty S. Bardige, Ed.D
Cost: $25.00 for people in Virginia and $25.00 for people outside Virginia.
Offered: October 1 - November 2, 2012
Course Overview: This five week online course is on language development and how librarians and parents may talk and play with children in ways that directly support their emerging language skills. The required reading for the course is "Talk to Me Baby! How You Can Support Young Children's Language Development" by Betty S. Bardige will be provided.
Prerequisite: A prerequisite is the free online course Introduction to Moodle, which will be offered beginning September 10, 2012 and must be completed by September 28, 2012. When you sign up for this course you will automatically be signed up for Introduction to Moodle.
Instructor: Dr. Betty S. Bardige is a developmental psychologist, parenting educator, and passionate advocate for young children. She is the author of several books. She is also the Vice President of the A.L. Mailman Family Foundation. More information on Dr. Bardige may be found at http://www.awealthofwords.com/index.html .

Registration is open.
We do require payment at the time of registration. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
To register for this course go to http://host5.evanced.info/lva/evanced/eventcalendar.asp and click on the month and day the course begins. You may also contact Enid Costley at enid.costley at lva.virginia<mailto:enid.costley at lva.virginia> or 804.692.3765.

Early Literacy and Books
Taught by: Saroj Ghoting
Cost: $25.00 for people in Virginia and $25.00 for people outside Virginia.
Offered: Offered: September 10 - October 5, 2012
Course Overview: This four week online course is a basic introduction to the research behind the five early literacy practices as set forth in Every Child Read to Read (updated 2012). Required reading "Ages and Stages" by Karen Miller will be provided. Participants will also be required to read "Bunny Fun" by Sarah Weeks.
Prerequisite: A prerequisite is the free online course Introduction to Moodle, which will be offered beginning August 20, 2012 and must be completed by September 7, 2012. When you sign up for this course you will automatically be signed up for Introduction to Moodle.
Instructor: Saroj Ghoting is an Early Childhood Literacy Consultant and author of "Storytimes for Everyone" published by ALA Editions. She presents early literacy training and information sessions at national, regional and state conferences, and training sessions for library staff and their partners.

Registration is open.
We do require payment at the time of registration. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
To register for this course go to http://host5.evanced.info/lva/evanced/eventcalendar.asp and click on the month and day the course begins. You may also contact Enid Costley at enid.costley at lva.virginia<mailto:enid.costley at lva.virginia> or 804.692.3765.

Enhanced Storytimes
Taught by: Saroj Ghoting
Cost: $25.00 for people in Virginia and $50.00 for people outside Virginia.
Offered: Offered: January 14 - February 8, 2013
Course Overview: This four week online course will present information on incorporating the five early literacy practices (singing, talking, reading, writing and playing) into an enhanced preschool storytime. Required reading "Storytimes for Everyone! Developing young Children's Language and Literacy" will be provided.
Prerequisite: The prerequisite for this course is "Early Literacy and Books: Making the Connection"
Instructor: Saroj Ghoting is an Early Childhood Literacy Consultant and author of "Storytimes for Everyone" published by ALA Editions. She presents early literacy training and information session at a national, regional and state conferences, and training for library staff and their partners.

Registration is no yet open.
We do require payment at the time of registration. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
For more information and a link to register for this course, please contact: Enid Costley enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov<mailto:enid.costley at lva.virginia.gov> or 804.692.3765.

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