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Making success a reality for all students and teachers.

Voyager Sopris Learning ® is the specialist in reading, writing, and math intervention.

Fully focused on intervention, Voyager Sopris Learning has established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of its solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading, writing, and math interventions and assessments, these solutions help educators create strong, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success.

Voyager Sopris Learning has thoughtfully developed blended, face-to-face, and online practice programs that work together to support flexible, teacher-led instruction and personalized learning paths to meet the unique learning needs of students of all abilities.

Voyager Sopris Learning is part of  Lexia ® , a Cambium Learning Group brand. As part of Lexia, a leader in literacy and language solutions, Voyager Sopris Learning offers a complementary portfolio of reading and math intervention products that together provide a robust offering of solutions that meet the diverse needs of the growing education market. 

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Informed Teachers Change Lives

Proven professional development for teachers of language and literacy.

Teachers who understand the science of reading can transform their instruction and ensure 95 percent of students learn to read. It’s true teachers are more essential to student success than any other aspect of schooling. They, not programs, teach students how to read. Yet a study of most teaching institutions found only 49 percent actually prepare teachers with all five essential components of literacy instruction: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. *Additionally, the 2019 National Assessment of Educational Progress, NAEP, study found 66 percent of U.S. fourth grade students are not proficient readers. Reading requires multiple parts of the brain learning to work together. Teaching reading requires a deep understanding of the science behind how we learn to read, why we spell the way we do, or how phonemic awareness and phonics lead to comprehension. Without this, teachers are left feeling ill-prepared. That’s why LETRS ® bridges decades of evidenced-based research into classroom success.

LETRS Louisa Moats, Ed.D., Carol Tolman, Ed.D. Grades K–12

LETRS is blended literacy PD for teachers that shows how language, reading, and writing are related to one another and other critical elements that are most effective in improving overall reading outcomes. With embedded video, online assignments, accessible language, and interactive exercises,  LETRS helps educators build a masterful understanding of the science behind reading.

• Provides a robust online learning experience
• Integrates assessment considerations and tools for each topic
• Guides teachers through transferring evidence-based strategies to the classroom
• Includes engaging videos that show teachers demonstrating effective instruction
• Aligns to International Dyslexia Association's Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading
• Provides excellent preparation for the Structured Literacy Teacher Certification of IDA and the CERI Exam

LETRS for Early Childhood Educators Lucy Hart Paulson, Ed.D., CCC-SLP Grades PreK–K

LETRS ® for Early Childhood Educators provides in-depth knowledge and strategies preschool teachers can use to teach language and literacy skills to every student before learning to read and write:

• Now available as a blended professional development for teachers
• Aligns with the recommendations of the 2008 National Early Literacy Panel on Developing Early Literacy
• Includes targeted focus on DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practice)
• Helps educators build deep understanding of oral language, phonological processing, and print knowledge
• Includes targeted practices

LETRS for Administrators Lucy Hart Paulson, Ed.D., CCC-SLP --> Grades K–8

LETRS ® for Administrators complements LETRS and guides state, district, or building leaders in implementing research-based, Response to Intervention (RtI) and Multitiered System of Support (MTSS) for instruction. Administrators are provided specific steps for facilitating change, developing comprehensive assessment plans, managing resources, assembling school leadership teams, and making data-based decisions.

LETRS for Administrators strengthens instructional leaders' foundational literacy knowledge base and prepares them to use that knowledge to design an effective literacy action plan to improve teaching and learning.

LETRS for Administrators :

• Provides a condensed overview in language structure and development solidly based in research about how reading and language work parallel to LETRS
• Provides information for supporting LETRS participants
• Includes tools and resources to support the navigation of district and school literacy initiatives

LETRS Consulting Model

The LETRS ® Consulting Model ( LCM ) adds value to LETRS and LETRS for Administrators professional learning by supporting educators in transferring theory to practice, resulting in improved student outcomes. The LCM helps educators develop a deeper understanding of the content and methodology of research-based, explicit, Structured Literacy instruction through real-time, actionable support based on specific needs, skills, strategies, and effective use of resources. The LCM aligns with effective professional learning standards and practices from the National Council on Teacher Quality, Learning Forward, and the Knowledge and Practice Standards as outlined by the International Dyslexia Association ® (IDA).

This combination of professional learning and LETRS consulting provides substantive change and powerful beneficial effects on student and educator outcomes, such as:

• An increase in overall achievement levels and fewer children experiencing reading difficulties
• Effective teachers who are more competent and whose sense of efficacy and empowerment will replace burnout and low expectations
• Positive and confident school and district leaders with a targeted focus on increasing overall achievement levels with fewer students experiencing reading difficulties

*https://www.nationsreportcard.gov/highlights/reading/2019/

Flexible for use in remote, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction formats.  Learn how  LETRS  helps educators teach language and literacy skills to every student, even those who struggle.

Complete the form to receive more information and get ready to experience the LETRS suite of professional development solutions.

Professional Learning for Educators

The Lexia LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Suite is comprehensive professional learning designed to provide early childhood and elementary educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. Developed by Dr. Louisa Moats and leaders in the field of literacy, Lexia LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the foundational and fundamentals of reading and writing instruction—phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written language.

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Research shows that only 35% of students are reading proficiently, but 95% of students CAN learn to read when instruction is based on the science of reading. And while teachers are the most essential factor in student success, only about half of teaching institutions effectively prepare teachers for literacy instruction. Teaching reading requires a deep understanding of the processes and science behind it. LETRS is the professional learning program rooted in the science of reading that empowers teachers.

LETRS Applied! Conference 2024

Join LETRS Applied! by Lexia® for a transformative experience deepening your connection to Lexia® LETRS®. Featuring LETRS co-authors and keynote speaker Dr. Kymona Burk, senior policy fellow at ExcelinEd, this unique conference is dedicated to embracing the science of reading and boosting pre-K–5 literacy outcomes. Gain insights into the latest educational instructional strategies for enhanced student engagement and learning, delving into innovative literacy approaches outlined in LETRS. Register now to secure your spot at this enriching event, held July 17-19, 2024, at JW Marriott Chicago. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching practices with LETRS insight!

Lexia LETRS provides a professional learning course of study based in the science of reading for elementary educators. The course teaches the how, what, and why of literacy acquisition to improve instructional practice and achieve long-term systemic change in literacy instruction.

LETRS for elementary educators is an investment in teachers' literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential knowledge and skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction required to apply and transform student learning.

LETRS ® for Early Childhood Educators

LETRS® For Early Childhood Educators professional learning provides deep knowledge of literacy instruction for the youngest learners. The more children know about language and literacy before they begin kindergarten and first grade, the better equipped they are to succeed in literacy learning and beyond.

LETRS ® for Administrators

Lexia LETRS® for Administrators is a professional development course designed specifically for school leadership, coaches, principals, and district administrators. The course defines the systems and infrastructures required to successfully implement a literacy initiative aligned to scientifically based research. Built from the research in implementation science and sustainability, school improvement, and shared leadership, the course provides numerous tools—including an analysis of the current systems required for improved literacy outcomes—for guiding an implementation through various stages.

Engaged Students

Lexia LETRS provides a professional learning course of study based in the science of reading for elementary educators which teaches the how, what, and why of literacy acquisition to improve instructional practice and impact long-term systemic change in literacy instruction. The more children know about language and literacy before they begin kindergarten and first grade, the better equipped they are to succeed in literacy learning and beyond.

Empowered Educators

Many educators and education leaders are not well prepared to teach reading, or lead those who teach reading. The Lexia LETRS Suite provides science of reading-based professional learning through three different courses of study designed for elementary educators, education leaders, and early childhood educators. Each course of study teaches the how, what, and why of literacy acquisition to educators to improve literacy instruction and positively impact long-term systemic change in literacy outcomes.

Why even trained teachers need support:

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Improved Outcomes

Lexia LETRS empowers educators by going beyond the essential components of literacy. Lexia LETRS gives teachers the skills they need to master how to teach the five essential components of literacy, plus writing, spelling, and oral language. 

Lexia LETRS includes five essential elements for literacy success: 

• Science of reading based 
• Teaches the content of explicit instruction 
• Converts research to practice 
• Enhances educator and leader effectiveness 
• Transforms instruction

Key Features

Based in the Science of Reading

Lexia LETRS provides an understanding of the language structure of English. Drawing on more than two decades of research in the science of reading, Lexia LETRS is proven to develop more knowledgeable, more skillful, and more effective teachers of reading.

Why every educator needs to understand the science of reading:

Flexible, Self-Paced Learning

Courses are flexible, to accommodate busy schedules, and allow educators to complete their professional learning anytime, anywhere.

Adaptive Blended Learning

The Lexia LETRS course consists of the online learning platform and the print manual which are aligned and work together to deepen educators’ understanding of the concepts. Additionally, professional learning sessions can be purchased.

The Two Broad Categories of Literacy Competencies

LETRS Volume 1 focuses on the Word Recognition strands of Scarborough’s Reading Rope model: phonology, basic and advanced phonics, and screening educational and diagnostic assessment. 

LETRS Volume 2 focuses on on the Language Comprehension strands of Scarborough’s Reading Rope model: vocabulary, language and reading, comprehension, and writing.

Expert Authors

Written by leading experts and researchers Drs. Lucy Hart Paulson, Louisa Moats, and Carol Tolman (pictured from left to right).

International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Accredited Program

Lexia LETRS meets the knowledge and practice standards for teachers of reading.

Graduate or Transcript Credit Available

Lexia® is excited to partner with the American College of Education (ACE). This partnership allows you to earn graduate or transcript credit for Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) or Lexia LETRS for Early Childhood Educators.

Customer Testimonial

What Lexia LETRS participants have to say

"I can't say enough great things about this training! I wish all teachers would take this training. It would make such a huge difference in both students' and teachers' lives."

Victoria Hensley

Gilmer County, GA

What LETRS participants have to say

"I enjoy the way LETRS is structured, especially the length of the videos. It is easy to chunk and return to it with a busy schedule. For my own learning, I like to read it, take notes and then do the videos, etc. before class. It helps solidify the learning for me. Others in my class like to attend online class first and then read."

Dawn Emling

Flagler County, FL

“LETRS transforms how educators think about teaching reading. I know it has really changed my view of it and how I plan instruction.”

Courtney Line

Hart County, KY

Proven by Users

Wyoming District's Journey to Improve Literacy Drive Student Outcomes; Ignites Passion for Staff, Teachers

LETRS® helps Wyoming district’s journey to improve literacy; driving student outcomes and ignited passion for staff, teachers.

The sixth grade scores showed 86% of students were proficient—at or above benchmark,overall

K–3 Literacy Success Levels Soar in Ohio District After Educators Turn to Lexia LETRS

When Niles City Schools in Ohio received a “D” grade for literacy, educators knew they needed to make a change. They implemented Lexia LETRS® professional development and radically improved both their own understanding and their students’ understanding of literacy.

Lexia LETRS: Lasting Literacy Professional Learning for Educators and Teachers

Principal Regina Teat of Maryland had years of experience with Lexia LETRS® professional learning. In a previous leadership position, she had provided her teachers with Lexia LETRS and was thrilled with the results. Years later, at a new school, she implemented it again with the same fantastic results.

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The science of reading incorporates decades of research into what is most effective in literacy instruction, including the exact skills to be taught and how to teach them to a wide range of learners. In this webinar, educational leaders share their successful stories for empowering educators and increasing student literacy gains through the science of reading.

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Resources for Lexia ® LETRS ® Professional Learning

View the syllabus and learn how LETRS, authored by Drs. Louisa Moats, Carol Tolman, and Lucy Hart Paulson, helps educators teach all students to read. 

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Understanding the Basics: A Guide To Teaching Text Structure in Elementary School

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Text structure refers to the organizational framework or pattern used to present information in written works. It helps readers understand the flow of information, identify key points, and comprehend the author's intended message more effectively. Common types include chronological order, cause-and-effect, compare-and-contrast, problem-solution, description, sequence, and nonfiction text structure. Understanding text structure is fundamental for effective communication and comprehension skills in literacy education. Educators play a crucial role in guiding students to mastery of understanding text structures, enabling students to become proficient readers and writers.

Understanding text structure is a fundamental skill when it comes to communication and comprehension. For educators seeking to enhance their elementary students' literacy skills, grasping the basics of text structure is crucial. Defined as the way written content is organized, it plays a pivotal role in how information is presented and absorbed. It enables teachers to guide students through the intricacies of written language, helping them comprehend and analyze texts more effectively. In this article, the significance of common text structures in literacy education will be explored and valuable insight to support comprehension instruction will be provided.

Teaching Chronological Text Structure

Chronological text structure refers to the organization of information in a text based on the sequence of time. This structure presents events, actions, or steps in the order in which they occurred, allowing readers to follow a clear timeline of events. 

In teaching chronological text structure, educators should focus on guiding students to understand how events unfold over time within a written work. By immersing students in compelling narratives, educators can effectively demonstrate the inherent structure of a story—the introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. This method not only makes the concept tangible but also taps into the innate human fascination with stories. 

Another effective way to teach this structure is through the use of graphic organizers, such as timelines or sequence charts, which visually represent the chronological order of events. Additionally, educators can engage students in activities that involve identifying signal words or phrases that indicate time progression, such as "first," "next," "then," and "finally." Providing examples from historical narratives, procedural texts, biographies, and timelines can also help students grasp the concept more effectively. 

Teaching Cause-and-Effect Text Structure

Cause-and-effect text structure involves explaining the relationship between events or actions (the cause) and their outcomes or consequences (the effect) within a written work or expository text. This structure helps readers understand how certain sequences of events can lead to specific outcomes or results. 

In teaching cause-and-effect text structure, educators should focus on guiding students to recognize and analyze these relationships. By immersing students in engaging examples and scenarios, they can effectively demonstrate how causes lead to effects and vice versa. This approach not only makes the concept tangible but also taps into students' curiosity about how the world works. 

An effective way to teach this structure is through the use of cause-and-effect diagrams, which visually represent the causal relationships between events. Additionally, educators can engage students in activities that involve identifying key signal words or phrases that indicate cause-and-effect relationships, such as "because," "since," "as a result," and "consequently." 

Teaching Compare-and-Contrast Text Structure

Compare-and-contrast text structure (also known as comparison text structure) is an informational text structure that involves analyzing the similarities and differences between two or more subjects, ideas, or concepts within a written work. This structure allows readers to understand how various elements relate to each other and can help them draw conclusions or make informed decisions. 

In teaching compare-and-contrast text structure, educators should focus on guiding students to identify, analyze, and articulate these similarities and differences. By immersing students in engaging examples and discussions, educators can effectively demonstrate how to compare and contrast different aspects of a text. This approach not only helps students develop critical structure thinking skills but also enhances their ability to synthesize information. 

One effective way to teach this structure is through the use of Venn diagrams or T-charts, which visually represent the similarities and differences between subjects. Additionally, educators can engage students in activities that involve identifying key signal words or phrases that indicate comparisons or contrasts, such as "similarly," "in contrast," "both," and "but." 

Teaching Problem-Solution Text Structure

Problem-solution text structure is a common structure that involves presenting a problem or issue followed by one or more proposed solutions within a written work. This structure aims to address challenges, provide insight into possible remedies, and encourage critical thinking about potential resolutions. 

In teaching problem-solution text structure, educators can focus on guiding students to identify, analyze, and evaluate problems and their corresponding solutions. By immersing students in real-world scenarios and case studies, educators can effectively demonstrate how to recognize problems, brainstorm solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness. This approach not only fosters problem-solving skills but also encourages students to think creatively and critically. 

One effective way to teach this structure is through the use of graphic organizers, such as problem-solution charts or flowcharts, which visually represent the problem-solving process. Additionally, educators can engage students in activities that involve identifying key signal words or phrases that indicate problems and solutions, such as "issue," "challenge," "solution," and "resolve." Providing examples from various texts, including persuasive essays, research reports, and news articles, can help students understand how problem-solving structures are used to address real-world issues.

How to Incorporate Text Structure Instruction

To effectively incorporate text structure into their teaching practices, educators can employ a variety of comprehension instruction methods and provide ample practice opportunities. Through consistent instruction and practice, students can develop the skills necessary to navigate complex texts with confidence and proficiency. Here's how educators can achieve this:

• Explicit Instruction: Begin by explicitly teaching students about different common text structures such as cause-and-effect, chronological order, compare-and-contrast, and problem-solution. Provide examples and show students how to identify these structures. Students will also benefit from understanding basic paragraph structure including how to identify the topic sentence and supporting material.
• Modeling: Modeling is a powerful instructional strategy where educators demonstrate how to analyze text structures. By thinking aloud, educators show students how to identify signal words, transitional phrases, and visual cues that indicate different common text structures. This allows students to observe and internalize effective comprehension strategies.
• Guided Practice: After the introduction of text structures and modeling the analysis process, educators can provide guided practice opportunities for students. This can involve collaborative activities where students work in pairs or small groups to identify text structures in sample passages or expository texts. Educators should offer guidance and feedback as students practice applying their understanding.
• Independent Practice: Once students have gained confidence in identifying text structures with guidance, they can engage in independent practice activities. Educators should provide texts of varying complexity and genres for students to analyze independently. Encouraging students to annotate informational texts, create graphic organizers, or write summaries based on text structures will promote deeper comprehension.
• Formative Assessment: Formative assessment strategies, such as quizzes, discussions, and written responses, allow educators to gauge students' understanding of text structures continuously. By providing timely feedback, educators can address misconceptions and guide students toward further improvement.

Final Thoughts

Enhancing reading comprehension through text structure instruction is a great way to equip students with the skills required to navigate complex texts and become proficient readers and writers. From exploring chronological sequences to analyzing cause-and-effect relationships, educators can guide students through diverse text structures while developing their critical-thinking and comprehension abilities.