Pre-requisite: Participants must have already completed THRASS Foundation Level training and have a good knowledge and understanding of the THRASS chart.

This one-day course has been designed to further develop teaching strategies for the implementation of the THRASS SPP into the classroom. This course has been structured to revise, consolidate and extend the knowledge gained from the Foundation Level. Completion of the Foundation Level course is a prerequisite for entry to this course. Includes course materials and basic resources.

Course Objectives

Provide participants with an initial introduction to –
Linguistic concepts and terminology
Explicit phonics teaching using the THRASS charts and resources
Explicit teaching of oral language skills
Explicit teaching of written language skills
Explicit teaching of basic grammar skills
Introduction to the MASUTA spelling model
Strategies for implementation of the THRASS SPP into the classroom
It is suggested that this course be done at least a term after completing the Foundation Level course.

*Course Length: 4.5 hours of instruction over one day.