Science of Reading Micro-Credentials
Advance your expertise in evidence-based reading instruction with OPSU’s for-credit, stackable credential series.
Science of Reading
Program Overview
OPSU’s Science of Reading Micro-Credential Series prepares educators and pre-service teachers with in-depth knowledge and applied skills in reading instruction. Grounded in federal and state literacy mandates, this stackable program guides learners from foundational literacy theory to diagnostic practices and instructional application. The badges are embedded in the Elementary Education degree but are also available to certified teachers as professional development.
Badge Titles and Skills
Science of Reading Foundations (EDUC 3313)
Covers foundational knowledge of reading science, including cognitive, linguistic, and instructional frameworks, and an overview of legislation impacting literacy instruction.
Skill Tags:
- Foundational Literacy
- Reading Legislation
- Phonemic Awareness
- Research-Based Instruction
- Literacy Development
Science of Reading Diagnostics (EDUC 3253)
Focuses on the diagnosis of reading difficulties, perscriptive teaching, and intervention strategies for K-8 students based on evdence-based practices.
Skill Tags:
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Perscriptive Teaching
- Reading Intervention
- Literacy Assessment
- Diverse Learner Support
Science of Reading Application (EDUC 3233)
Emphasizes application of systematic insturctional strategies, scaffolding, and corrective methods in real-world elementary reading instruction settings.
Skill Tags:
- Instructional Application
- Reading Methods
- Scaffolding Instruction
- Data-Driven Literacy Instruction
- Student-Centered Teaching
Delivery Format
Courses are available online, in-person, or in hybrid formats. All badges require the completion of tutoring activities, assessments, and clinical experiences with K-8 students. Each badge is designed to be completed in one semester.
Enrollment & Credit
These credentials are embedded within OPSU’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and also available as stand-alone professional development for certified educators. They are for-credit and count toward state-mandated training requirements.
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