Frequently Asked Questions about the LETRS EC Professional Development Course
Frequently Asked Questions about the LETRS EC Professional Development Course
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We have many frequently asked questions on this page to help you with the LETRS Early Childhood Professional Development Course. If you still have questions after checking out this page, please email us at prekrise.support@ade.arkansas.gov.
To find the answer to each question, please click the drop-down symbol on the right-hand side to expand each section.
What does LETRS EC Stand for?
What does LETRS EC Stand for?
Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling for Early Childhood Teachers
LETRS for Early Childhood Educators is a supportive professional learning experience for Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers that builds understanding of how young children develop early literacy skills.
Educators will:
Learn the why and how behind effective early literacy instruction
Understand the development of oral language, print knowledge, alphabet learning, and early writing skills
Gain practical, research-based strategies to support young learners
Support children’s growth across language, literacy, cognitive, social, emotional, and motor domains
Build a strong foundation for future reading and writing success
what are the requirements of the letrs ec course?
what are the requirements of the letrs ec course?
Each participant must attend the Kick-Off Event (1.5 hours)
Complete the reading and assignments in the LETRS EC Manual (7 hours)
Complete the LETRS EC Online Coursework
Engage with the Bridge to Practice Activities (15 hours)
Attend all four live virtual training sessions (12 hours)
Summer Cohort participants attend 4 Bridge to Practice Check-In Sessions in the Fall semester. (4 hours)
For a more detailed breakdown of these times, please check out this page on our website.
i have a conflict on the day i have a live virtual training session scheduled. What Should i do?
i have a conflict on the day i have a live virtual training session scheduled. What Should i do?
We understand that emergencies happen. Please contact our support team at prekrise.support@ade.arkansas.gov and we will provide different options for you to receive the live virtual training.
Please note - please allow 48 hours for our team to contact you and to make arrangements.
I did not receive my certificate from the LIve virtual training session that I attended. how can i get my certificate?
I did not receive my certificate from the LIve virtual training session that I attended. how can i get my certificate?
Our ADE EC Team will keep attendance during each live virtual training session. After each virtual session, participants will receive a certificate of attendance from the Office of Early Childhood. Once all the required elements are completed, our team will enter the information into PDR, and participants' PDR transcripts will reflect 35.5 hours of professional development.
Contact prekrise.support@ade.arkansas.gov for additional assistance with attendance issues.
Please contact the Lexia Learning Support Team using the information listed below if you need assistance obtaining the completion certificate after completing the online modules.
To reach Lexia Learning Support by email - support@lexialearning.com
How many hours of professional development will I receive for completing the LETRS EC PD Course?
How many hours of professional development will I receive for completing the LETRS EC PD Course?
Each participant that successfully completes all requirements of the LETRS EC PD will receive 35.5 hours of professional development. All hours will be listed on the Professional Development Registry (PDR). Summer Cohort participants will receive 39.5 hours after completing all requirements and the Bridge to Practice Check-In sessions.
I cannot remember my username or password to access the online coursework. What do i do?
I cannot remember my username or password to access the online coursework. What do i do?
Go to www.letrs.com and click the "Forgot your username and password?" link to reset your password. Click here for more instructions on how to reset your password.
How do i get to the LETRS EC Learning Platform to work on the Online coursework?
How do i get to the LETRS EC Learning Platform to work on the Online coursework?
Can you provide more information on the letrs ec assessments?
Can you provide more information on the letrs ec assessments?
Each participant will take several assessments throughout the LETRS EC course. The pretest and posttest can only be taken one time. Participants' growth will be assessed using the pretest and posttest scores. If participants score an 80% or higher, they will receive a certificate of mastery. If participants score lower than 80%, they will receive a certificate of completion.
The course also includes end-of-unit assessments that participants will get two attempts to complete. Doing well on these assessments will help prepare participants for the posttest.
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