Science of Reading Fundamentals for Maryland Educators
Issued by
SUNY New Paltz
Earners of the Science of Reading (SoR) Fundamentals microcredential understand and can implement the five pillars of effective reading instruction on which the Science of Reading is based: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. They analyze and synthesize data from various diagnostic literacy assessments, apply tailored SoR components in P-12 classrooms, and build on SoR content to employ professional judgment, fair-mindedness, empathy, and ethical behavior.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Complete five self-paced online modules. Expected completion time: 45 hours (5-10 hours per module).
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Earn 80% or better on each of the five module quizzes.