Recent research has identified the most effective strategies to improve reading among students in grades 4–9 who have reading difficulties. The Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES) recently distilled some of this research into practical recommendations educators can use when providing reading interventions. In this recent webinar, Dr. Anita Archer reviews the recommendations, […]
Whole-group and small-group instruction are essential parts of a literacy block in an elementary classroom, providing opportunities to deliver core instruction to all students, while also enabling differentiated instruction to better support each individual student. In this white paper, experienced Literacy Coach Hannah Irion-Frake describes some best practices for literacy instruction, addressing areas including: Grouping […]
The Phonics Road Map: 5 Approaches to Instruction Phonics (and phonemic awareness) is the road to fluency and comprehension. Creating explicit and systematic instruction in this area is critical for all students to succeed and become fluent readers and writers. In this recent webinar, literacy expert, coach and educator Amie Burkholder (@literacyedventures) shares what the […]
Learning Is Not a Spectator Sport: Increasing Student Engagement Would you like your students to be more motivated, more engaged, more on-task, and learn more in your schools and classrooms? If so, the answer lies in increasing the opportunities to respond. In this recent webinar, Dr. Anita Archer, a respected authority on literacy teaching and […]
[Podcast] How Handwriting Supports the Science of Reading After taking a backseat in education for many years, handwriting is back. While assistive technology can help students with writing problems, it does not remove the importance of teaching explicit handwriting, which reinforces reading and spelling skills and is linked to improved achievement. In this insightful podcast […]
K-12 districts nationwide continue to face many challenges, including hiring shortages, funding struggles, and shifting needs and expectations from parents and students. In addition, the paper-based administrative processes used in many school systems can create significant inefficiencies and frustrations. A streamlined, secure, browser-based SaaS platform can integrate document management, electronic forms, workflow automation, and more […]
An assistant superintendent of technology and learning explores the multifaceted relationship between technology and education this school year, examining this dynamic partnership's benefits, challenges and future directions.
Tech director Brian Miles and his IT team at Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District are waiting for guidance and watching how other districts are bringing AI into their classrooms.
