Early Language and Literacy

The UF Lastinger Center for Learning’s Early Language and Literacy program improves the implementation of research-based early language and literacy instruction so that children benefit from increased quality and quantity of language interaction at school and at home.

Program Overview

The Early Language and Literacy program is a customizable professional learning opportunity designed to:

Elevate early language and literacy instruction
Support learners with evidence-based instructional strategies
Improve learning outcomes
Increase quality and quantity of language interaction at school

Courses

This program is aligned with the Florida Literacy Coaching Domains and Standards, with all content and activities designed to ensure a high-impact learning experience and prepare you to serve as an effective, endorsed coach in your context.

Building Relationships to Establish a Culture of Coaching
Knowledge Building of Coaches 
Application of Pedagogy and Andragogy
Use of Data to Inform Coaching
Continuous Improvement and Professional Growth

Benefits

Earn the Emergent Literacy Coach Specialization
Earn a potential completion stipend
Collaborate face-to-face with other coaches
Support emergent literacy development and kindergarten readiness

Stipend Information

Stipend eligibility and budget are being determined for the 2025-2026 academic year. Information will be shared as it becomes available.

Please visit the Stipends Hub for information about the 2024-25 stipends.

Partner with Us

Interested in bringing Early Language and Literacy to your organization? Contact our Language and Literacy Partnerships Manager to start the conversation.

Eligible Participants

Coaches who:

Have already earned the Lastinger Early Learning Coaching Certification AND
Have completed the Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential AND
Work in early learning settings, such as:
Early learning centers
Family child care homes
VPK programs AND
Are currently in a position to coach an early learning educator throughout the duration of the program

Timeline

This program takes place over the course of one semester with face to face sessions once every month.

Format

5 days of in-person sessions: 1-day Kick-Off Institute and 4 follow-up sessions
Complete the Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential
Demonstrate mastery through a recorded emergent literacy coaching video
Earn the Emergent Literacy Coach Specialization

Coaches must have already earned the Lastinger Early Learning Coaching Certification AND the Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential.

Emergent Literacy Playbooks

The Emergent Literacy Playbooks are aligned to the Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential modules and cover:

Oral Language and Shared Storybook Reading
Phonological Awareness
Alphabet and Print Knowledge
Emergent Reading and Writing

The Playbooks also feature:

Ready to use, research-based presentations and presenter notes
Downloadable resources
Content-aligned coaching video clips

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