COLUMBUS, Ohio-Ohio is prioritizing the science of reading in its public school districts, backed by a comprehensive legislative framework and budget provisions. Colleges and universities in the state are gearing up to align their teacher preparation programs with this approach.
The science of reading emphasizes phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, based on extensive research about how the brain learns to read. The state’s $191 billion budget includes significant funding for educator professional development, curriculum materials, and literacy coaches.
Ohio House Higher Education begins hosting science of reading testimony as rollout begins
