Iowa Reading Research Center – Science of Reading Summit Summer 2023

Only people who have already registered for the Science of Reading conference are eligible to enroll in this course.

Intended Audience: Iowa Science of Reading Summit conference attendees; elementary teachers, instructional coaches, literacy coaches, interventionists.

Course Description: This class will increase educators’ knowledge around the science of reading and structured literacy to improve their English/language arts and reading instruction. The class will focus on implementing structured literacy across all MTSS tiers, understanding the components of structured literacy, examining current research in literacy instruction, and advocating for change towards the science of reading.

Course Objectives: 

1) Identify the components of structured literacy instruction and apply techniques in universal classroom, group instruction, and one on one interventions.

2) Identify the qualities of strong evidence-based instructional programs.

3) Identify and apply strategies for making change to literacy instruction in a school and district.

4) Identify and utilize resources that can improve literacy instruction.

Course Requirements: Attend the on-site professional development provided by the Iowa Reading Research Center on July 20 – 21, 2023. Attendees must also complete the Implementing Structured Literacy in the Universal Classroom eLearning course through the Iowa Reading Research Center (https://www.irrc-learning.org).

Course Materials: Materials for the course will be made available in-person (during the PD). 

**If you wish to use this course for licensure renewal credit, make sure to check with your school district for approval prior to registering for the course.