3510, CODE, Cox Campus, Systematic and Explicit Phonics Instruction

• Learners will understand the characteristics of an effective systematic and explicit phonics program.
• Learners will gain a foundational understanding of English orthography.
• Learners will be able to name and explain the role of the instructional components of an effective phonics program.

The most recent report from our National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP, 2019) showed that nationwide 66% of our 4th students scored below proficient in reading. The highest performing state showed 55% below proficiency. We know from decades of research how students learn to read, how to assess to identify those at risk, and what and how to teach so that the majority of our students can be successful, and systematic and explicit phonics instruction is a critical part of building literacy.