Science of Reading Plus
This badge recognizes proficiency in foundational literacy skills aligned with the Science of Reading (SoR), required for all Oklahoma teacher candidates (SB 362; Strong Readers Act). Completers gain hands-on experience in phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. They use data to guide instruction and support students with reading challenges, including dyslexia, using evidence-based strategies and research-backed literacy practices.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Achieve a grade of C or higher in EDLT 3913 Language and Literacy in the Primary Grades.
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Connect theories of language and literacy assessment, evaluation, and instruction with children’s actual literacy learning processes and behaviors in primary grades.
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Gain experience in assessing, evaluating, planning, and implementing literacy instruction in primary grades.
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Practice instructional strategies that support student development in all five essential areas of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension) and writing.
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Demonstrate understanding of how to continuously assess and interpret assessments of children's development of language/vocabulary, phonemic awareness, word recognition, fluency, comprehension, writing, spelling, and affect/motivation.
Standards
This micro-credential aligns with ILA standards.