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Literacy Matrix

The Literacy Matrix helps teachers develop the specialized skills and knowledge needed to deliver effective reading instruction.

Our online professional learning system is based on the science of reading and prepares teachers to: 

• effectively teach reading
• diagnose reading issues
• intervene appropriately using research-based strategies

Participants demonstrate evidence of their learning and receive personalized feedback from expert literacy navigators.

Intended Participants

The Literacy Matrix is available for free to:

• K-12 educators and coaches in Florida as a pathway to the Reading Endorsement
• Participation may be contingent upon district approval. Download the information flyer for more information.

Delivery and Duration

Participants can earn up to 300 hours of professional learning based on their competency needs. 

• Competency 1: Elementary or Secondary Literacy Micro-Credential (60 hours)
• Competency 2: Application of Evidence-Based Instructional Practices (60 hours)
• Competency 3: Foundations and Application of Assessment (60 hours)
• Competency 4: Foundations and Application of Differentiated Instruction (60 hours)
• Competency 5: Demonstration of Accomplishment (60 hours)

Important:

• Educators working toward a reading endorsement will be enrolled in the Elementary or Secondary Literacy Micro-Credential and Literacy Matrix courses at the same time. 
• To continue in Competencies 2-5 of the Literacy Matrix coursework, educators must achieve mastery in the Elementary or Secondary Literacy Micro-Credential (satisfies Competency 1).

Do you have further questions about the Literacy Matrix? View our FAQ for more common questions and answers.

Stipend Eligibility

Literacy Matrix Competencies 2-5

$2,000 completion stipend (Reading Endorsement)

• Be an Instructional Personnel as defined in s. 1012.01(2), F.S., Public LEA, including Public Charters.
• Begin Competencies 2-5 with UF Lastinger Center for Learning on or after July 1, 2023.
• Be employed at a Local Educational Agency (LEA) public school or publicly funded charter school.

Only valid Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Professional Certificate (EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION) holders are eligible to apply for the Reading Endorsement and receive a stipend. If you do not hold a FDOE EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, you are not eligible for this stipend. 

Stipend applications for courses completed after July 1, 2024, have not yet been made available. Details regarding availability and eligibility are still being finalized. Information on how to apply for these stipends will be communicated to your email address as soon as it becomes available. Upon successful completion of the Literacy Matrix and the opening of the stipend applications, our Stipends Processing Team will provide further instructions and next steps for completing the stipend application.

View stipends and check your eligibility with our self-check tool on the Stipends Hub.

If you want to receive direct communication about our programs, including updates or enrollment notifications, please fill out our Program Interest Form!