The Associate IMSLE course is designed for busy professionals who are wanting to refine and hone their current teaching practices, improve student outcomes and specialise in a Structured Literacy approach + dyslexia. The Associate course offers training in all essential elements and principles of a Structured Literacy Approach. MSL is an instructional, multi-component approach. Teachers are taught how to ensure lessons are structured, systematic, diagnostic and cumulative. How to engage, motivate, promote active learning, and teach via direct and explicit instruction. MSL is an approach which is highy structured, yet flexible, allowing teachers to hone their craft of targeting and tailoring their lessons to meet the needs of their student/s. MSL is emotionaly and cognitvely sound- promoting active learning, (generative learning), retrieval of practice (review) with intensive reinforcement- making MSL an ideal approach for students with dyslexia, dygraphia or similar challenges. MSL is an inclusive approach suitable for students in all tiers and all classes.

     

The course is made up of 3 components, this meets International Standards for Structured Literacy Training. The 3 components are based on international standards of accredited training.

 Upon successful completion individuals can apply for recognition and be individually accreditated via the Australian Dyslexia Association- AMADA ADA recognition

 

This training is well suited to teachers in schools, educational professionals in/or interested in offering MSL in private practice, tutors who want to specialise and offer MSL, teacher aides and educational assistants, speech & language therapists, occupational therapists, and others with an interest in dyslexia, evidence based language & literacy teaching and assessment. Apply

 

1. 5 day training-Mode face to face or zoom- IMSLE offers an engaing and dynamic 5 days of core instruction. During this time attendees will be well equipped to take essential elements of instruction and principles to target and tailor the learning needs of their students. All resources are included.

2. IMSLE Practicum: Self paced and guided IMSLE Practicum over 8- 12 months, regular weekly MSL teaching with an *approved focus student- this forms the basis of a thorough evidence based case study. IMSLE will guide you for the duration of the practicum for maximum documented results. IMSLE supplies all necessary pre to post progress diagnostics for tracking data and progress, teaching and recording templates, guides, lesson logs and IMSLE Student Profile. IMSLE Practicum hours will usually meet or exceed 100 hours.

Desired hours meet international accreditaion standards with ADA. 

All Attendees will have access to the extensive IMSLE dropbox platform (folders and files) where IMSLE documents and reosurces can be accessed. Folders include supporting documentation, Step by Step guides to successful completion, IMSLE lesson templates, monitoring templates, diagnostic tools, data templates, research readings and more.                                                                                                                             

3. Relevant readings: IMSLE offers an array of readings to further extend attendees knowledge on areas relevant to practice. Attendees will have access to these via the IMSLE dropbox platform (folders and files). 

*Expected Associate IMSLE course completion: 8-12 months in total

Extensions may be granted beyond the 12 months, so long as communication with IMSLE has been frequent. It is expected that lessons are spread out over the 12 months period, covering a number of IMSLE Teaching models and skills.

Upon Completion of all course components: All work is marked by IMSLE and a transcript of results and a IMSLE certificate is issued for the 5 day intensive component. Successful candidates who have evidenced successfully completion of the IMSLE Associate course can apply to the ADA for individual accreditation by submitting the AMADA application forms.

 

Qualification: IMSLE Certficiate & Individual accreditation Australian Dyslexia Association (AMADA)

 

Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers  (International Dyslexia Association)                                      

Australian Curriculum: English, and New Zealand English Learning Areas (ELA)     

 

                                                                                                    

Disclaimer: All IMSLE courses and components are offered. The information provided is the most current available, however may be subject to change. Entry is via an application process and enrolment is offered to successful applicants. IMSLE usually acceps 1-2 suitable parents per course, a phone interview may be required to check suitability. Where a course has filled a wait list may be offered. Thank you for your interest in a dynamic career as an MSL Educator.