The University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI–pronounced “you fly”) is improving literacy outcomes for struggling readers.
Gainesville, FL
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Does direct instruction work? Some claimed Stockard et al. (2018) meta-analysis didn't compare DI to inquiry-based teaching for math. We reanalyzed the data. DI was significantly MORE effective than inquiry-based (d = 0.60, 95% CI = 0.49 to 0.70). @CECMembership @NCTM @ehanford
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My hometown newspaper wrote about @ProjectReadAI
The article also covers new quasi-experimental research from @UFLiteracy about the Project Read Tutor's impact (SD = 0.47) on foundational literacy skills, particularly for struggling K-2 readers (2-4x as likely to reach benchmark by Spring with 15-30 min per week of dosage) in a district pilot with 4 schools and 800+ kids.
The evidence is very promising, but still early. I like to say we're building the Moneyball of literacy. We iterate on the ground, and aim to maximize the efficacy per minute through granular, rigorous evaluation.
And make it extremely accessible at $15 per student annually.
In the top of 3rd inning, more to come
Congrats to everyone in HCPS who has worked so hard for this achievement!
We are proud to announce that Hillsborough County Public Schools has earned an “A” district grade from the @EducationFL for the first time in more than a decade!
This milestone follows a year of remarkable student achievement, reflecting all the hard work and dedication from our students, administrators, teachers, support staff, and families.
We are ready to continue to build on this momentum this upcoming school year.
Thank you to our HCPS Family for helping us lead the way!
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Flashlight Day for #UFLI was so fun! They loved the decodable stories I wrote for them, because I used their names as the main characters. #literacy #reading #flashlight #chaseinnovators #joy @UFLiteracy
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One of our learners shared that he met his composite score goal on DIBELS because he used "Pound and Sound." UFLI routines helping students build confidence and success, one skill at a time! #UFLI #StructuredLiteracy #StudentSuccess @UFLiteracy @BaltCitySchools
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It was a joy to join my friends @ValContessePhD and @HollyLanePhD in Gainesville this week.
We shared how are @ProjectReadAI and @UFLiteracy are narrowly tailoring AI to specific use cases that truly support teachers with some of the thorniest challenges in phonics instruction:
1) spelling analysis,
2) small group planning and
3) increasing/individualizing student practice
Celebrating @ailiteracyday at UF reminded us of something important: the more advanced our technology gets, the more irreplaceable the human touch becomes. If we want these new tools to meaningfully improve education, human connection has to stay front and center.
ALT Two attendees of the National AI Literacy Day @ UF smile while looking at something that is off camera, presumably an academic research poster.
ALT A group shot of participants in the panel on Perspectives on the Future of Learning Technologies during the National AI Literacy Day @ UF conference. The entire group is listening attentively while a man wearing a blue and white checkered shirt speaks into a microphone.
ALT A UF College of Education student proudly stands next to his academic poster, with his arms crossed. Behind him is the brightly colored Curiosidad mural by Don Rimx.
ALT Jennifer Womble from FETC gives the keynote at the National AI Literacy Day @ UF conference. She is wearing a navy blazer and speaking enthusiastically in the Norman Conference Center.
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
Director of @UFLiteracy, Holly Lane, recently shared her Science of Reading expertise with the House of Representatives. Speaking before the Labor, Health & Human Services, Education, & Related Agencies subcommittee, she emphasized the need for evidence-based reading instruction.
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
The graphemes OU and OW spell /ow/! Word work by manipulating sounds/letters this morning! Partner reading to practice our fluency! @3TrailsTigers @ISDSchools @UFLiteracy
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Loved spending time with our 2nd graders during today’s interactive and highly engaging @UFLiteracy lesson! #CWHawks
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Highly recommend UFLI Academy, which just started this year.
@HollyLanePhD @ValContessePhD @burnsmk1 and whole UFLI team great at distilling complex ideas into digestible PD; all great communicators
Sessions a mix of understanding relevant research + explicit modeling of practices in classroom
Choose your track (intro to teaching ufli, coaching ufli, etc).
Registration is open for February's UFLI Academy in Orlando!
When: February 13-15, 2026
Where: Orlando, Florida
Learn more and register now! ufli.education.ufl.edu/acade…
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
Adding this to my educator bucket list. UFLI has been a game-changer in my classroom. This would be incredible to experience in person ✨
Registration is open for February's UFLI Academy in Orlando!
When: February 13-15, 2026
Where: Orlando, Florida
Learn more and register now! ufli.education.ufl.edu/acade…
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
Amy DeGeorge, 1st grade teacher leader @THEShawElem opened her doors for TN1 Literacy teachers, coaches and admin to provide an exemplar model of Day 1 instruction of UFLI. Thank you Amy for not only impacting your students but also our TN1 region. @UFLiteracy @HillsboroughSch
We're so pleased to be a part of this work!
In partnership with the University of Florida Literacy Institute (@UFLiteracy), the @MLKCenterIndy, and @IPSSchools James Whitcomb Riley School 43, Butler COE is creating a BluePrint for Learning!
You can watch the video here: instagram.com/p/DOwO0bYif1m/
Great story on implementation success in Sioux Falls!
siouxfallslive.com/news/siou…
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
Kindergarten Eagles are building strong foundational skills through @UFLiteracy as they explore the letter M! By practicing letter recognition, letter sounds, & blending, students are developing the essential building blocks for reading success! 📖 ✨ #NNPSProud #OneNNPS
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
🚘 Kate wraps up the season with an all-star lineup of 9 expert guests, each sharing one powerful tip to set you up for your best school year yet. From data meetings to integrated instruction, parent communication to avoiding burnout, this finale is packed with practical advice you can use right away. Join us as we celebrate the close of another fabulous podcast season with insights from some of the most thoughtful voices in the field. #ReadingRoadTrip
🎧reading-roadtrip.castos.com/…
Many thanks to this episode's fabulous guests!
We're glad to be a small part of this wonderful project!
@IPSSchools @JWRiley43's IREAD scores gained over 30 points in one year! Excited for partnership w/@butleru, @MLKCenterIndy, & @UFLiteracy, led by Principal Crishell Sam, Drs. @ProfMadrazo & @ProfessorMo_phd, & Juanita Price @_MissEDUcation_
Read more: bit.ly/3V7yGBL
UF Literacy Institute retweeted
What an amazing @UFLiteracy Academy. Great learning, amazing keynote by @devin_kearns, connecting with colleagues from all over the country, and a surprise appearance by @Jack_Hartmann. @HollyLanePhD @ILAToday @UF_COE @leadforliteracy @reading_league @ScienceofRead @CECMembership
