SLM Foundations of Reading

What does it really take to teach reading well? This module builds the conceptual foundation every effective reading teacher needs, grounded in decades of research.

In this module, you will:

• Examine what reading is and the origins of spoken and written language
• Explore evidence-based models of literacy development
• Examine the research on reading acquisition and instruction
• Explore best practices for classroom reading instruction
• Identify the foundational skills of skilled reading
• Build a framework for what effective reading teachers must know

Part of the Structured Literacy Modules, a series that unpacks the research-based components of effective literacy instruction and how to apply them in direct teaching.

Audience: Students pursuing degrees in education as part of their school coursework; Administrators or school leaders needing to build background knowledge on literacy; Those preparing to take a reading certification exam; and any educator needing to build background knowledge on the topic.