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Orton-Gillingham Training Grounded in Language and Structure

Orton-Gillingham training provides educators with the knowledge and instructional framework needed to teach literacy through language and structure. Grounded in structured literacy and aligned with the Science of Reading, this training supports educators in teaching reading, writing, and spelling to a wide range of learners, including students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.

Orton-Gillingham training emphasizes both theoretical understanding and supervised practical application, ensuring educators understand the principles that guide instruction and how to apply them through well-designed lessons.

A Research-Aligned Foundation for Effective Literacy Instruction

Each Orton-Gillingham course begins with foundational study of literacy and language development, informed by research in linguistics, cognitive science, and neuroscience. This knowledge forms the basis for understanding how reading develops—from accurate decoding to fluent reading for meaning—and how instruction can be adjusted to meet individual learner needs.

Instruction is guided by the core Orton-Gillingham principles: explicit, systematic, cumulative, diagnostic, and individualized teaching, consistent with OGA expectations.

Topics of Study in Orton-Gillingham Training

Orton-Gillingham training includes study at increasing levels of depth and complexity, with content that may include:

• Characteristics of learners with dyslexia and language-based learning differences
• The neurobiology of reading and  written language
• Reading development from early  decoding to comprehension and knowledge building
• Orton-Gillingham principles and lesson  plan structure
• The history and structure of the  English language, including phonology, orthography, morphology, and syntax
• Informal assessment and diagnostic teaching

All coursework reflects the standards and expectations of the Orton-Gillingham Academy, with emphasis on fidelity to principles rather than scripts or programs.

Why Orton-Gillingham Instruction Matters Now

Literacy is a human right, and all students deserve best-first instruction that is clear, explicit, and grounded in evidence. Teaching literacy through language and structure ensures learners develop the foundational skills needed to access curriculum, participate fully in learning, and reach their potential.

Orton-Gillingham–informed instruction supports equitable access to literacy by making the structure of language visible and learnable for all students.

Learning with an Orton-Gillingham Fellow

For more than a decade, I have been engaged in ongoing study and application of the Orton-Gillingham Approach. What began as professional interest grew into a sustained commitment through advanced coursework, conference participation, and supervised practice.

As an Orton-Gillingham Fellow, I am honored to offer training aligned with Academy standards. I bring my knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm to support educators in developing strong instructional practice and confidence in teaching literacy as a critical life skill.

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