The Neuroscience of Reading and Writing dives into the fascinating interplay between the brain and literacy. Guided by cognitive scientist and educator Dr. Suellen Balado, this course unpacks how the brain processes language, the distinct neural pathways involved in reading and writing, and what this means for classroom practice.

Designed for educators, literacy coaches, and learning specialists, the course bridges cutting-edge brain research with everyday pedagogy. You’ll explore topics such as phonological processing, working memory, and executive function—all through the lens of reading and writing development.

With practical strategies, case studies, and opportunities to reflect on your own practice, this course empowers you to better support learners—especially those with reading difficulties—through a science-informed approach.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise or refresh your instructional lens, this course is your gateway to understanding how literacy lives in the brain.

Module 1: Brain Basics & Bilingual Beginnings

Module 2: The Reading Brain – How We Learn to Read

Module 3:The Writing Brain – From Scribbles to Sentences

The Neuroscience of Reading and Writing

Course Overview

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