Indiana Code 20-18-2-17.5. “Science of reading”
(1) requires the explicit, systematic inclusion of the following five (5) essential components:
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- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(B) Phonics.
(C) Fluency.
(D) Vocabulary.
(E) Comprehension;
(2) is supported by evidence that informs:
(A) how proficient reading and writing develop;
(B) why some students have difficulty with reading and writing; and
(C) how to effectively assess and teach reading and writing to improve outcomes for all students; and
(3) has a demonstrated record of success, and when implemented, leads to increased student competency in the areas of:
(A) phonemic awareness;
(B) phonics;
(C) reading fluency;
(D) vocabulary development;
(E) oral language skills;
(F) reading comprehension; and
(G) writing and spelling.
As added by P.L.243-2023, SEC.1 and P.L.245-2023, SEC.1.