LETRS® Training

LETRS® provides K-12 educators with an in-depth understanding of the science behind teaching literacy and gives them the background and depth of knowledge to teach language and literacy skills to every student. Designed to be the cornerstone of a multiyear, systemic literacy improvement initiative, LETRS® is the most respected comprehensive professional development course for instructors of reading, spelling, and related language skills.

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LETRS® for K-12 Educators

What is LETRS®:

  • LETRS® is NOT a reading program

  • LETRS® is NOT a curriculum

  • Instead, LETRS® is KNOWLEDGE

How it Works:

  • Leaders select staff to join the 2-year LETRS® cohort in North Dakota

  • Staff complete Units 1-4 in year one and Units 5-8 in year two through both online and face-to-face training

  • LETRS® requirements for EACH volume:

    1. Complete four asynchronous online modules (time commitments listed below):

      • Volume 1: Unit 1 (12-16hrs) | Unit 2 (12-16hrs) | Unit 3 (12-17hrs) | Unit 4 (14-19hrs)

      • Volume 2: Unit 5 (10-14hrs) | Unit 6 (10-14hrs) | Unit 7 (10-15hrs) | Unit 8 (12-18hrs)

    2. Attend four, one-hour synchronous professional learning community (PLC) meetings [3:30 - 4:30pm]

    3. Attend four face-to-face sessions [9:00am - 4:30pm]

Cost:

  • $550 per person

  • Subsidized through NDDPI funding

  • Includes all PD and materials

Why LETRS?

By registering for LETRS® Volume 1, you're committing to: Completing 4 asynchronous online modules: Unit 1 (12-16hrs) | Unit 2 (12-16hrs) | Unit 3 (12-17hrs) | Unit 4 (14-19hrs) Attending 4, one-hour synchronous professional learning community (PLC) meetups: 3:30-4:30pm Attending 4, face-to-face sessions (multiple cohort dates/locations): 9:00am-4:30pm LETRS® for K-12 Educators Register Here FIND LETRS near you LETRS® provides K-12 educators with an in-depth understanding of the science behind teaching literacy and gives them the background and depth of knowledge to teach language and literacy skills to every student. Designed to be the cornerstone of a multiyear, systemic literacy improvement initiative, LETRS® is the most respected comprehensive professional development course for instructors of reading, spelling, and related language skills. LETRS®: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading & Spelling LETRS® is a professional development that provides teachers with an understanding of scientifically-based best practices for instructional routines, activities, and approaches. LETRS® is NOT a reading program or curriculum. Instead, LETRS® is KNOWLEDGE. Upcoming Vol. 1 Opportunities Questions? Contact kerri.whipple@k12.nd.us Credit: 2 credits/semester available - total of 4 per year. These cohorts are supported by the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction to assist you in meeting the professional development requirements set forth in Century Code 15.1-21-12.1.

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