Formation 1956 Region served International President Maureen McLaughlin | Purpose Literacy Membership 70,000 Founded 1956 | |
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Headquarters Newark, Delaware, United States Similar National Association for the Ed, Kappa Delta Pi, National Council for Accreditat, American Library Association, Reading Is Fundamental | ||
International literacy association transforming lives through literacy
The International Literacy Association (ILA) is an international professional organization that was created in 1956 to improve reading instruction, facilitate dialogue about research on reading, and encourage the habit of reading.
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- International literacy association transforming lives through literacy
- Publishing
- Special Interest Groups
- Awards and Grants
- Affiliations
- Annual Conference
- References
The organization, whose headquarters are in Newark, Delaware, United States, has approximately 70,000 members, and more than 1,250 councils and affiliates, worldwide. Membership fees range from 24 to 39 dollars, plus fees for journal subscriptions. Discounted subscription rates are available for residents of developing economies. The current IRA President is Professor Diane Barone.
The name was changed from the International Reading Association to the new name in July 2015. This page needs updates.
Publishing
In addition to newsletters, books, e-books, webinars, and guides, the organization publishes three professional journals:
Reading Online, an e-journal, sponsored by the organization, was retired in 2005.
Special Interest Groups
The International Reading Association has over 40 special interest groups for members.
Awards and Grants
IRA offers a number of awards and grants for educators, researchers, and authors.
Affiliations
The IRA has been recognized by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) since 1978; the IRA was reclassified to have Consultative Status with UNESCO in 1996 and continues to hold this status.
Annual Conference
The International Reading Association hosts an annual conference. The next conference will be in New Orleans on May 10–12, 2014 and is entitled, "Reading... the Teachable Moment".