Literacy Professional Learning: 10 Reasons Why It’s Essential

Teachers matter more to student achievement than any other factor. A skilled instructor can change the lives of students. Yet, many teaching institutions still don’t provide science of reading knowledge for educators. Lexia® LETRS® professional learning provides a pathway to change that. 

Backed by decades of research about reading development and teacher learning, LETRS empowers teachers with evidence-based strategies to transform instruction and benefit their students. The program’s two-year course of study allows teachers to master literacy instruction and apply it effectively in the classroom. As a result, students achieve better outcomes, with fewer reading difficulties and higher overall achievement.

Equipped with a deep understanding of how students learn to read and write, teachers can more easily identify when students are struggling and why, which enhances teachers’ ability to fully leverage science of reading-based programs like Lexia® Core5® Reading even more effectively. 

Designed for early childhood and elementary educators, LETRS’ flexible design bridges professional learning and classroom practice, enabling teachers to adapt their instruction to diverse classroom needs and deliver equitable outcomes for all students. 

Recognized as the 2024 CODiE Award winner for Best Education Professional Development Solution, LETRS makes teachers more confident and effective, directly benefiting the students they teach. Explore these 10 reasons why the LETRS Suite of literacy professional learning empowers educators with the tools to foster student success.