6 ways to maximize paraeducators in structured literacy classrooms
Innovative Teaching
Popular and engaging teaching trends and instructional methods
Solving the staffing crisis is key to the Science of Reading movement
Every time a new leader or teacher steps in, the hard-won progress on a literacy initiative can be jeopardized
Dog Man vs. To Kill a Mockingbird
Whether it’s a graphic novel or a traditional book genre, librarians and teachers know that students are developing key literacy skills
How to combat misuse of AI in student writing
At ISTELive 24, AI is all around--but so are vetted educator resources to teach students how to use AI as a tool and not as a stand-in for original work
AI is the solution to costly and ineffective dyslexia programs
AI offers a way to read individual brains at the level of granularity needed to correct brain processes that contribute to dyslexia
Science teachers, math teachers, history teachers–we’re all reading teachers now
Post-COVID, we must catch our older students up on second grade skills without infantilizing the content
Boycotting book fairs no more
Having access to books is a game-changer for students, making investments in book fairs and literacy funding essential
6 ways we boosted literacy platform usage and engaged students
Our literacy platform has helped our students advance academically--and it also builds their independence and self-esteem
6 tips to help educators support young readers
Instead of focusing on memorization, educators need to provide strong foundational skills that students can use to understand how to sound out words
Want a stronger workforce? Make reading initiatives multigenerational
Learning to read is a lifelong process--efforts should aim to improve reading standards and outcomes at all stages of life
Purdue begins work to advance science of reading with $1.5M grant
The funds will support efforts to enrich curriculum through science-based literacy methods in elementary education, special education and early childhood education
3 keys to successful summer reading (regardless of the languages students speak)
Begin by focusing on student strengths, provide more books than you think they can read, and maintain excitement by checking in throughout the break
5 things you need to know about the science of reading
Policymakers and educators should continue to develop guidance around the science of reading and evidence-aligned practices
As states adopt science of reading, one group calls for better teacher training, curriculum
Half of states don’t set specific standards telling teacher prep programs what future educators should know about teaching reading
More than a passion project, literacy advocacy takes a village
There are advocacy villages everywhere, filled with educators who advocate for and create readers
States need to strengthen reading instruction policies
For states to succeed in their efforts to improve literacy outcomes for students, they must ensure teachers are prepared to implement and sustain scientifically based reading instruction
How we can improve literacy through student engagement
When educators use edtech tools properly, student achievement and engagement can reap the benefits
The science of reading, beyond phonics
Schools are on the right path with the science of reading, but students will need plenty of ongoing support to continue that trend
When embracing the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students
As a new middle school teacher, I was shocked by the number of students who entered my classroom unable to decode text
What’s next for literacy learning?
A survey of educators and parents reveals different opinions about literacy learning
In 2024, education will build systems that champion the science of reading
Inspired by Mississippi’s success, educators across the country will continue to reshape literacy instruction in the new year
Excite, expand, equitize: Using data to support reading
Five years on, following the data has helped us make reading more accessible and exciting to students across demographics
4 simple ways to put the science of reading into practice
Moving from theory to action, integrating science of reading practices into instruction can help educators boost achievement
Using tech to teach emerging readers high frequency words
Students should be hearing, saying, reading, and writing high frequency words consistently within foundational lessons
5 edtech resources that support literacy in elementary school
If students are invested in what they are reading, their passion for learning will grow alongside their reading comprehension
How efficacy studies improve literacy instruction
A vice president of impact and research shares what her company has learned from its research, and how those lessons benefit teachers and students
Teacher helps implement the science of reading ‘one bite at a time’
Indiana is in the midst of a statewide push to train more teachers in the science of reading with the goal of improving literacy rates
What students are reading
Librarians and teachers can look to reading trends as a way to connect students with their next favorite book
5 steps to help students with reading-based learning differences
Educators are instrumental in paving the way for a more inclusive and supportive literacy learning environment for students with dyslexia
The intersection of the science of reading and edtech
Blending digital supports in the science of reading can yield positive and lasting results on students’ academic gains
A recipe for using explicit phonics instruction in reading lessons
Research offers a strong case for intentionally and comprehensively incorporating explicit phonics instruction regularly over the school year
4 big benefits of professional development for adolescent reading instruction
With the help of the new professional learning platform, teachers understand the meaning of structured literacy and comprehend the theories of reading development
I didn’t learn how to teach reading in my teacher prep program
My nonlinear path to the Science of Reading was a frustrating, difficult journey--it didn’t need to be
I work with struggling readers–here’s what’s standing in their way
It’s heartbreaking to realize that I never taught many of my former students to read
3 ways to keep students reading this summer
In and outside of the classroom, encourage students to love reading by helping them read what they love
Books, ebooks, and audiobooks, oh my!
The discussion should not be around whether to provide print or digital material, but rather how to provide equitable access to both types for all students
5 long-term benefits of our online literacy programs
Our district's online literacy programs differentiate instruction for students, identify learning gaps and focusing on individual needs
How to support reluctant readers with literacy strategies
Literacy scores have plummeted, and many students don’t qualify for special services, but simple supports can improve reading skills for everyone
As we embrace the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students
As a new middle school teacher, I was shocked by the number of students who entered my classroom unable to decode text
6 ways to help reluctant readers become booklovers
A teacher-librarian shares her proven strategies to engage and captivate reluctant readers
How to evaluate literacy programs that pledge to accelerate learning
