Knowledge and Practice Standards (KPS)

The Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading is a comprehensive evidence-based resource that outlines what teachers need to know to deliver effective instruction and ensure that all children become proficient readers.

Overview of the KPS
The KPS define the knowledge and skills that all teachers of reading should possess in to teach all students to read proficiently. To view the Knowledge and Practice Standards, click here.

 

KPS and Educator Certification
The Center for Effective Reading Instruction (CERI) requires candidates to present evidence of their having mastered the content of the KPS by earning a passing score on the Knowledge and Practice Examination of Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI) and for select certifications, passing scores or ratings on supervised practicum requirements.

 

KPS and Program Accreditation

For further information related to program accreditation and requirements related to the accreditation process, please contact the International Dyslexia Association’s (IDA) accreditation department by email at accreditation@dyslexiaida.org or visit their website here.

For a list of Accredited Educator Preparation Programs: Higher Education, click HERE.

For a list of Accredited Educator Preparation Programs: Independent, click HERE.