Morgan State University proudly announces that its Department of Teacher Education has earned full accreditation from the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), a prestigious distinction in the field of literacy education.

Morgan is now one of only five undergraduate programs in the nation to receive this accreditation and the first and only Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to achieve this honor. This recognition highlights Morgan’s exceptional commitment to preparing educators with the skills and knowledge needed to support all learners, especially those with reading challenges such as dyslexia.

The IDA accreditation process is rigorous and highly selective, assessing programs for their alignment with the Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading, which are rooted in the science of learning and structured literacy. These standards reflect the most effective, research-based approaches to teaching reading and preventing reading failure.

Morgan’s newly accredited program ensures that future teachers are not only culturally responsive but also expertly trained in evidence-based methods for teaching reading. Graduates will be uniquely equipped to identify and support struggling readers.  This achievement positions Morgan State University at the forefront of literacy education and reaffirms its role in advancing educational justice through teacher preparation.

Thanks to NCEED’s Simone Gibson for spearheading this important designation on behalf of the Department of Teacher Education.