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Foundations of the Science of Reading Understanding and Applying Structured Literacy Principles I & II

Evidence-Based | Practice-Focused | Built for Impact

 

Gain the skills to confidently apply Structured Literacy in your classroom—aligned with IDA standards and KSDE's Seal of Literacy.

🧠 Understand the why.
🛠️ Practice the how.
📈 Empower every learner—including those with dyslexia, ELLs, and students with exceptionalities.

Only Kansas practicing and licensed PreK - 6 Elementary, Special Education, ESOL, and Early Childhood Educators are eligible for the scholarship and stipend for the Foundations I & II courses.

Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding and Applying Structured Literacy Principles I

  • 3 credit hours
  • Virtual Format
  • Instructor: Dr. Suzanne Porath

Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding and Applying Structured Literacy Principles I provides educators with a deep understanding of the Science of Reading and equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply the principles of structured literacy in the classroom including:

  • Introduction to the Foundations of the Science of Reading
  • Assessment
  • Oral Language
  • Phonological Awareness
  • Phonemic Awareness
  • Phonics and Spelling
  • Fluency

Emphasizing evidence-based practices, the course highlights strategies for supporting students with dyslexia, English language learners (ELLs), and students with exceptionalities. Knowledge and application is supported through personalized coaching throughout the course. The course is aligned with the International Dyslexia Association's (IDA) Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading (which align with Standards 5, 6, and 7 of the Kansas Elementary Education (PK-6) Educator Preparation Program Standards).

Fall 2025
Please register for three (3) credits under EDCI 795, Section ZC as this section is for the KBOR course Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding & Applying Structured Literacy I. Participants must have access to elementary students for practice teaching and video recording of teaching sessions. The course will run Aug. 25-Dec.19. Zoom Meetings will be held on Tuesdays at 8-9 pm CT. These sessions will be recorded for asynchronous viewing. In addition, participants will need to plan on attending synchronous coaching sessions via Zoom based on participants' schedules.

 

Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding and Applying Structured Literacy Principles II

  • 3 credit hours
  • Virtual Format
  • Instructor: Dr. Suzanne Porath

Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding and Applying Structured Literacy Principles II provides educators with a deep understanding of the Science of Reading and equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply the principles of structured literacy in the classroom including:

  • Vocabulary
  • Morphology
  • Comprehension
  • Syntax
  • Text Structure
  • Writing

Emphasizing evidence-based practices, the course highlights strategies for supporting students with dyslexia, English language learners (ELLs), and students with exceptionalities. Knowledge and application is supported through personalized coaching throughout the course. The course is aligned with the International Dyslexia Association's (IDA) Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading (which align with Standards 5, 6, and 7 of the Kansas Elementary Education (PK-6) Educator Preparation Program Standards).

Fall 2025

Please register for three (3) credits as this section is for the KBOR course Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding & Applying Structured Literacy II. Participants must have access to elementary students for practice teaching and video recording of teaching sessions. The course will run Aug. 25-Dec.19. Zoom Meetings will be held on Thursdays at 8-9 pm CT. These sessions will be recorded asynchronous viewing. In addition, participants will need to plan on attending synchronous coaching sessions via Zoom based on participants' schedules.

Spring 2026

Please register for three (3) credits for the KBOR course Foundations of the Science of Reading: Understanding & Applying Structured Literacy II. Participants must have access to elementary students for practice teaching and video recording of teaching sessions. The course will run January 20 - May 15, 2026. Zoom Meetings will be held on Thursdays at 8-9 pm CT. These sessions will be recorded for asynchronous viewing. In addition, participants will need to plan on attending synchronous coaching sessions via Zoom based on participants' schedules.

Upon successful completion of both courses, participants will be recommended for the Seal of Literacy from KSDE.

Registration: Click below to enroll as a non-degree seeking student with no fees.

Contact Dr. Suzanne Porath | sporath@ksu.edu

Interesting in applying these credits to a Reading Specialist Endorsement or Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a Reading Specialist Endorsement?

Endorsement = 18 credits

Master’s = 31 credits

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