We teach teachers how to teach reading

Welcome to the University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI, pronounced “you fly”). UFLI is an ongoing effort by UF faculty, students, and staff to improve literacy outcomes for children learning to read. 

The work of UFLI focuses on two main areas: teacher development and reader development. The place where those two overlap … that is where the work of UFLI lives. Our programs and resources are designed to help teachers become more confident and more successful in their capacity to help kids learn to read. We do this through: 

• Academic programs for both pre-service and practicing educators to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be effective reading teachers
• Professional learning opportunities to help classroom reading teachers, instructional coaches, and school leaders expand their knowledge, enhance their teaching practices, and build capacity in their schools
• Resources for teachers, parents, and teacher educators to use in their reading instruction
• Much, much more!