EPIC

Building Knowledge in the Science of Reading

This professional learning session builds a shared, research-based understanding of the Science of Reading. Participants will examine how the brain learns to read, why reading is not a natural process, and how language comprehension and word recognition work together to support skilled reading. The session introduces key models of reading, including the Simple View of Reading and Scarborough’s Reading Rope, to clarify how foundational skills and comprehension develop over time. Educators will also develop a common understanding of essential Science of Reading terminology and analyze common misconceptions about reading instruction, exploring why those misconceptions conflict with research on how children learn to read. This session is designed to establish a strong conceptual foundation for effective literacy instruction.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Explain what the Science of Reading is by using The Reading League’s definition and distinguishing it from philosophies, programs, and instructional trends.

• Describe how the brain learns to read, including the roles of language comprehension, word recognition, and why reading is not a natural process.

• Use established models of reading to explain how skilled reading develops, including the Simple View of Reading and Scarborough’s Reading Rope.

• Accurately use foundational Science of Reading terminology related to phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension when discussing instruction and student needs.

• Analyze common misconceptions about reading instruction and explain why they conflict with research on how children learn to read.

Dates: July 24, 2026 OR September 15, 2026 (repeat)

Time: 8:30-3:30 CT

Location: GRREC Events Center. Bowling Green, KY

Cost: $250 (includes breakfast and lunch)

Registration Coming Soon: July 24th or September 15th

Questions? Please email epic@grrec.org.