The Path Forward for Teacher Preparation and Licensure in Early Literacy

In 2020, The Hunt Institute partnered with The Barksdale Reading Institute and The Belk Foundation to improve early reading outcomes across the nation. The initiative, The Path Forward for Teacher Preparation and Licensure in Early Literacy, empowers states to embed the science of reading in teacher preparation, teacher licensure, and educator preparation program approval. The Path Forward utilizes a cohort model to support states in their efforts to transform teacher preparation and teacher licensure programs to include the science of reading. Through virtual convenings and targeted coaching support, state teams establish an understanding of their current state context and work towards the development of a comprehensive action plan to embed the science of reading in teacher preparation. A National Advisory Group, a cadre of experts in reading, policy, and teacher preparation, serve as partners in the work by presenting to teams at convenings, providing resources, and offering feedback on state action plans. The Hunt Institute staff and coaches provide monthly coaching to support the teams in processing the information from the virtual convenings and engaging in state action planning.

Website

https://hunt-institute.org/programs/the-path-forward/

External link for The Path Forward for Teacher Preparation and Licensure in Early Literacy

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Company size

11-50 employees

Headquarters

Cary, NC

Founded

2021

Specialties

Early Literacy, Literacy, and Science of Reading