FUNDAMENTAL LEARNING!
FUNDAMENTAL LEARNING was born of the passion to teach the structure of the English language in a way that makes sense.
You have come to the right place if you are looking for rich, engaging professional development based on the science of literacy and learning. Our goal is to present a clear, accurate, and comprehensive understanding of the structure of the English language and most importantly to provide you with the tools to help you turn that knowledge into effective practice.
We teach the WHAT and the HOW along with the WHY!
We work with schools, clinics, organizations, and individuals to support professional learning in all things literacy related for any level or age group. There are a variety of courses and workshops to choose from depending on your goals, and our specialty is designing a customized learning experience for your group.
HOW WE CAN HELP
We teach students of all ages – and that includes teachers!
Whether you are a teacher curious about the Science of Reading and Learning and how it can help you reach all of your students, a school administrator looking for professional development for your staff, a client looking to further develop your reading and writing skills, or a parent looking for help for your child, – we are here to help.
FUNDAMENTAL LEARNING!
When students are taught the FUNDAMENTALS of our language system they become empowered advocates for their own learning.
They begin to look for patterns and meaning in the structure of our highly ordered morphophonemic language system and learn that English is NOT crazy!
Phonology, morphology, and etymology all have a role to play, as do syntax and semantics.
Reading, writing, and spelling takes us on a journey through time as we encounter the fascinating history that is our language.
If you’re looking to go beyond phonemic awareness and phonics to learn more about
how the English language actually works, come and join us!
Client Testimonials
I have yet to meet someone as able, knowledgeable, committed and passionate about teaching her students the fundamentals of reading. It is amazing what happens when you systematically train a student using the O-G approach. Her students begin to feel, perhaps for the first time, the beauty of language and the pride and success of unlocking the rules and patterns, origins and complexities of the English language. Her lessons are engaging, meticulously planned and individually tailored to engage the student from where ever they begin their journey to reading.
I am completely in awe of the skills, results and enthusiasm that Liisa has been able to provide for my child. This approach coupled with this exemplary educator has been a very bright light along our journey to reading.
Whether she is unpacking the intricate journey of a single word across centuries or elucidating the broader significance of enhancing students’ English language proficiency by refining their decoding and encoding skills, Liisa possesses an inherent talent for seamlessly intertwining morphology, etymology, phonology, and all elements of an OG lesson into a vibrant and dynamic discourse. She exudes empathy for aspiring teachers through profound conversations and stimulating professional dialogues, all while consistently placing the needs of students with dyslexia at the forefront of her endeavors. I wholeheartedly endorse her structured literacy training sessions. After witnessing Liisa’s presentations to our expansive public school district, our educators were captivated by her content and engaging delivery, making her an invaluable resource in the realm of structured literacy training and education.