The International Literacy Association (ILA) is dedicated to connecting research and practice to improve the quality of literacy learning across the globe. ILA celebrates and supports the contributions of individuals and chapters within its network towards this mission.
ILA’s awards and grants program focuses on honoring individuals across various stages of their careers, including outstanding graduate and doctoral students, literacy educators, and researchers, for their contributions to literacy education. Specifically, the Jerry Johns Outstanding Teacher Educator in Reading Award, accompanied by a US$1,000 prize, recognizes an exemplary college or university teacher of reading methods or reading-related courses. Nominees can self-nominate or be nominated by a colleague, with an emphasis on a streamlined application process for those nominated by others.