Center for Structured Literacy
The Center for Structured Literacy at the University of Akron exists to equip and apprentice educators in the science of reading and structured literacy through the translation of the latest scientific research. We train educators to make data-driven decisions and apply evidence-based strategies to support all students, including those with learning differences.
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has awarded Accreditation PLUS to three undergraduate programs, a first-in-Ohio distinction held by only a small number of universities nationwide. Accreditation PLUS recognizes programs that demonstrate deep alignment to the science of reading and structured literacy. The following programs have been accredited:
- Primary Inclusive Teacher Preparation Program, Grades PreK–5
- Middle Level Education Program, Grades 4–9
- Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist Program, Grades K–12
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- University of Akron earns high marks for reading teacher-prep programs
- Ohio science of reading mandate shows promise in Akron schools
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- Akron Community Foundation
- Amplify podcast “Training Teachers from the Start”
- 3rd Frontier Research grant
- Akron Beacon Journal
- The University of Akron's Center for Structured Literacy is leading the state effort to train current and future teachers on the science of reading