Introduction
Units of Sound - what is it and who is it for?
Units of Sound is a structured literacy intervention program that helps students with English as a second language with pronunciation, breaking down sound, reading fluency, spelling, listening for accuracy and writing skills.
Can be used with students aged 8yrs to adult. The student must have good spoken English.
Units of Sound provides a structured framework within which students can practise fluency and self-check largely independently.
How is it used?
It is recommended students log in and work on Units of Sound little and often e.g. 25mins three times a week. Students can log in at home as well as school/college/work and work independently.
The tutor carries out Placement, gets the student started and continues to monitor progress. It is possible for one tutor to work with a small group.
To ensure maximum benefit for the student it is crucial that the tutor completes the training course and feels confident in using the program, before working with students.
Technology
The student needs a headset with mic. The microphone on the computer needs to be enabled for Reading for work.
Units of Sound must be used via Chrome Edge browser if using a PC.
Units of Sound must be used on a PC/Mac computer or Chromebook (not an ipad).