The science of reading research has proven that a blended learning approach is the most effective method for teaching literacy, by combining teacher-directed instruction with the use of digital tools to allow students to practice and apply essential skills in a self-paced setting. In this recent webinar, learn more about blended learning literacy instruction, and […]
After an unprecedented and challenging school year, many educators are seeking meaningful, reliable assessment data to ensure that they accurately understand levels of student learning, whether they have been learning in-person, online or in a hybrid environment. One of the most well-known assessments, DIBELS Next, acquired a new name in 2020, now known as Acadience® […]
Integrating COVID testing into school reopening plans can comfort families and staff but even well-resourced districts struggle to launch comprehensive programs.
Recent studies have shown that there is an adolescent reading crisis happening across the country, with significant percentages of middle and high school students not reading or writing at grade level. Addressing this crisis requires not only targeted instruction and comprehensive, research-based intervention, but also building social emotional learning skills and competencies in students, particularly […]
Many districts need to address numerous challenges when it comes to conducting student assessments remotely, which can include logistics, scheduling and managerial issues. Download this brief guide to learn how to address these challenges, and what roles school personnel, parents/caregivers and students play in conducting remote assessments successfully. By submitting your contact information […]
Many educators and district leaders are concerned about the validity of student assessment data when assessments are conducted remotely. Download this brief guide to learn how to ensure that your remotely administered assessments are valid, reliable and useful. By submitting your contact information you are agreeing to receive communications from Voyager Sopris Learning. […]
The pandemic and subsequent switch to distance learning, combined with the renewed emphasis on racial justice, have focused a spotlight on social and emotional learning (SEL). More than ever, schools are prioritizing SEL competencies and finding ways to integrate SEL into virtual, blended and in-person learning environments. Watch this webinar with behavior experts Dr. Jessica […]
A Structured Literacy approach is essential for effective reading instruction, and explicit language teaching is essential to Structured Literacy. In this webinar, renowned literacy expert and author Dr. Louisa Moats identifies the content and procedures for teaching Structured Literacy, and outlines how educators should teach phoneme awareness, morphological awareness, phoneme-grapheme correspondences, and syllable patterns within […]
