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Grounded in the Science of Reading and second language acquisition, this course gives K–6 teachers practical tools for structured, inclusive instruction.
OL&LA Cohort Leader Certification
Helps literacy coaches and teacher leaders build aligned literacy instruction across schools
The Online Language & Literacy Academy Cohort Leader (OCL) Certification is an eight-week program that prepares literacy leaders to effectively lead OL&LA implementations. Participants gain the skills to guide teams, coach educators in applying Structured Literacy, and ensure consistent, sustainable literacy practices that improve student outcomes across their schools and districts.
OL&LA Cohort Leader Certification
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Duration: 8 weeks, ~70 total hours
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Cohort Size: 10–20 participants
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Live Sessions: 8 virtual sessions, 90 minutes each, led by CORE facilitators
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Self-Guided Work: Independent planning, reflection, and application
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Included Resources: Facilitation playbook, planning tools, and PD extension materials
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Texts Required: Teaching Reading Sourcebook and Assessing Reading: Multiple Measures
Participant Outcomes:
Build Internal Capacity for Literacy Leadership
Develop the knowledge and confidence to lead OL&LA implementation and reduce reliance on external facilitators.
Ensure Schoolwide Instructional Consistency
Support the rollout of Structured Literacy practices that work for all learners, across all classrooms.
Turn Research Into Practice
Translate literacy research into practical coaching moves that strengthen instruction across subjects.
Coach for Classroom Impact
Help teachers apply what they’ve learned in OL&LA to create lasting improvements in student outcomes.
Customize Facilitation for Your School or District
Adapt implementation strategies to fit your local context and support sustainable, long-term success.
Explore what makes OL&LA Secondary unique
Designed for middle and high school teachers, this course shows how language and literacy intersect across subjects.
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