This LEARN course provides comprehensive diagnostic tests, learning materials and activities supporting the unit SWELRT001 – Read and listen to simple information texts which is taught to AMEP elementary students. The learning resources vary in complexity given the spiky profile of many elementary students ranging from an ISLPR of -1 to 1+ with 1+ being the exit goal of the unit.
The first element of SWELRT001 requires that students comprehend short simple written information texts while in the second element students must comprehend short simple spoken information texts. As a result, there is a strong focus on reading, oral communication skills throughout this course.
To enhance the learning experience, the activities are structured in a scaffolded manner, allowing for content to build upon previously learned material. In general, the videos and other interactive resources are subtitled, offering students the opportunity to develop decoding and word recognition skills.
The course also offers students the option to use Google maps and navigate the State Library of South Australia website.
Overall, the course provides students with multiple means of engagement and representation in accordance with UDL principles and guidelines.