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A Voice for Excellence
in Reading Instruction

AUTHOR • LITERACY EXPERT • CONSULTANT

LOUISA MOATS

Dr. Louisa C. Moats is a nationally recognized authority on literacy instruction. Over her career, she has served as a teacher, psychologist, researcher, graduate faculty member, author, and consultant. She has written numerous influential books, articles, and policy papers on reading, spelling, language, and teacher preparation. Today, Dr. Moats continues to consult with states, districts, schools, professional organizations, and families working to improve literacy and language education.

Upcoming Presentations

“Programs that follow a Structured Literacy approach help students develop knowledge of language structure, which in turn supports both reading comprehension and writing.”

—Dr. Louisa Moats, author of LANGUAGE! Live® and LETRS

WEBINARS

Take a look at the wide range of presentations discussing literacy and more by Dr. Moats. Watch at your convenience.

AUTHORED BY DR. MOATS

These select papers and articles, written by Dr. Moats, cover topics related to literacy, teaching reading, writing, spelling, and phonology.

PODCASTS

Dr. Moats has been interviewed on a variety of topics, on different podcasts. Here are a few you might find interesting.

“It’s a Natural Progression…”
What needs to be in a good reading program? There is a close connection between LETRS and LANGUAGE! Live.

“All of the Aspects of Language
that Kids Need to Be Taught.”

95% of children can
be taught to read.
Even adolescents.

“So LETRS Began…”
Every teacher deserves to know the language essentials. With LETRS, I am committed to teaching information about language and literacy that makes a difference.

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Blogs by Dr. Moats

Dr. Moats’ most popular and informative blogs here. Each post provides practical, evidence-based insights to help teachers and reading specialists deepen their understanding of how children learn to read and write.

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Blogs by Dr. Moats

Dr. Moats’ most popular and informative blogs here. Each post provides practical, evidence-based insights to help teachers and reading specialists deepen their understanding of how children learn to read and write.

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