Online Learning Modules
Free PLD available to anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Based on Sunshine’s in-person Workshops
This high-quality structured literacy professional learning is delivered via seven online learning modules, exploring both theory and classroom practice. Each module is supported by a detailed downloadable handbook. To register, complete and submit the form. You will then be redirected to a webpage where you can access the videos and handbooks. Please bookmark the URL so that you can easily revisit it.
The details
Modules are cumulative and assume prior knowledge from earlier modules, so should be done in order.
- Module 1 – Why must we change our approach to teaching reading?
- Module 2 – What must we change in how we teach reading?
- Module 3 – How do we bridge the gap from research to practice?
- Module 4 – Practical Tips for Teachers: Review & assessment
- Module 5 – Practical application – I know, I understand, I do (Part 1)
- Module 6 – Practical application – I know, I understand, I do (Part 2)
- Module 7 – Setting yourself up for success
What are the key benefits?
- Can be worked through at any convenient time at own pace
- Manageable sections of learning
- Invaluable to all schools in their structured literacy teaching, regardless of which decodable series they are using
- Inclusion of teaching and assessment videos to support learning
- Appropriate for staff meetings, syndicate meetings and for individual staff members
- Opportunity for anyone, anywhere in the country to access high-quality professional learning
REGISTER HERE
Who are they for?
- Beginning Teachers
- Curriculum Coordinators
- Teachers returning after a break
- Parents and Home-schoolers
- Literacy Leads
- Learning Support Coordinators
- Primary Teachers
- Learning Specialists
- Learning Assistants
Here's a preview of each module
Over 500 educators have explored the new Online Learning Modules! Here’s what they’re saying...
Meet our presenter, Jude Tabuteau
Jude is an educator and literacy specialist, who after years in the classroom is now dedicated to empowering teachers with practical, evidence-based classroom strategies around structured literacy. With years of hands-on experience guiding schools through effective literacy instruction and implementation, Jude uses her knowledge and expertise to bring clarity and actionable insights to every online learning module.
Jude’s background
- Auckland based primary school teacher – junior specialist
- Part-time PLD consultant for Sunshine Books since 2024
- Teaching experience spanning decades across a variety of educational settings and learning environments
- Leadership roles – team leader; ISL Pedagogy; Literacy Curriculum Lead (Coach and Mentor)
- Training in Literacy Intervention – Reading Recovery (1998); LMiT (2024)
Jude is a passionate advocate for teaching through a structured literacy approach. Whether you’re looking to refine your instructional practices or deepen your core literacy content knowledge, you’re in good hands with Jude.
