Arkansas Science of Reading Professional Development, Prescribed Pathways to Proficiency
LETRS® for Early Childhood Educators
LETRS for Early Childhood Educators professional learning provides deep knowledge of literacy instruction for the youngest learners. The more children know about language and literacy before they begin kindergarten and first grade, the better equipped they are to succeed in literacy learning and beyond.
Through Pre-K R.I.S.E., the Arkansas Department of Education is committed to expanding its focus on Early Childhood Education by providing quality curriculum, regional technical assistance supports, and professional development for early childhood educators that is grounded in the science of reading. Increasing teacher knowledge and skills in developmentally appropriate practices for early literacy instruction will impact lifelong learning outcomes for young children.
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Why LETRS For Early Childhood Educators?
Dr. Louisa Moats and Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson designed this course of study for early childhood educators because research shows the foundation of literacy begins at a young age. Early childhood educators need the same level of professional learning as K–3 educators to effectively teach the foundation of literacy.
Studies show that pre-K and kindergarten prepare children to thrive in school and accelerate their learning. Even at this early stage of learning, independent experts agree that "a well-implemented, evidence-based curriculum" and an emphasis on the quality and continuous training of early childhood educators leads to success in the classroom.
What is LETRS?
Developed by Dr. Louisa Moats and leaders in the field of literacy, LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the foundation and fundamentals of reading and writing instruction—phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written language.
LETRS professional learning for elementary educators is an investment in teachers’ literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential knowledge to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction required to transform student learning.
LETRS for Early Childhood Educators professional learning provides deep knowledge of literacy instruction for the youngest learners. The more children know about language and literacy before they begin kindergarten and first grade, the better equipped they are to succeed in literacy learning and beyond.
LETRS for Administrators equips instructional leaders to create systems and structures in their schools and districts to achieve high levels of academic performance and growth in literacy.
Stacy Smith
LETRS has been an essential foundational component in RISE Arkansas, our statewide reading initiative. The state has embraced the Science of Reading and is pleased to continue our partnership with LETRS by approving this professional learning opportunity as a Science of Reading pathway for our teachers.
Dr. Louisa Moats
Teaching reading to a student who does not learn easily or naturally is a complex and challenging professional enterprise that requires deep knowledge of content, of the cognitive and language factors that shape student learning, and of pedagogical detail.
Meet Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson
Lucy Hart Paulson, Ed.D., CCC-SLP, is a speech language pathologist by profession and holds a doctorate degree in education with a focus in early literacy. Dr. Paulson has many years of experience working with young children and their families in public school, Head Start, and private and university settings. She brings a unique and broad-based perspective to early childhood development, blending together areas of social communication, language, and literacy, which result in effective and engaging interventions for children of all ages and abilities. Dr. Paulson is the lead author of Good Talking Words, social communication skills program for young children.
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