Reading Foundations

This MN educator professional development course is a statewide collaboration between the Minnesota Service Cooperatives. It is in the process of becoming PELSB-approved.

Meet a variety of highly qualified reading specialists from across the state! Each instructor guides you through a reading preparation category listed in state statute, with a variety of classroom applications. You will also explore the area of reading motivation and student engagement!

A 2.5 hour CEU certificate is awarded upon completion.

This course is available for one year from the date of purchase.


Your Instructor


Minnesota Service Cooperatives
Minnesota Service Cooperatives

Jake Seuntjens -- Northwest Service Cooperative

Gina Drellack -- Northwest Service Cooperative

Kari Gjerde -- Southwest West Central Service Cooperative

Dr. Dawn Castagno-Dysart -- Southeast Service Cooperative

Kori McKibben -- Southeast Service Cooperative

Dr. Mary Jacobson -- Sourcewell

Jane Schuck -- South Central Service Cooperative

Sue Rosenow -- South Central Service Cooperative



Course Curriculum


  Introduction
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  Phonemic Awareness
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  Phonics
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  Fluency
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  Vocabulary
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  Comprehension
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  Motivation and Engagement
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  Conclusion
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  CEU Certificate
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and ends one year from the date of purchase It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when to start and when to finish within the one-year access time frame!
How long do I have access to the course?
One year. After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for one full year - across any and all devices you own.

For more information, please contact Jake Seuntjens or Gina Drellack.

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