Data is an incredibly important tool in education, as we think about what our students currently know and are able to do, and the goals we set for them in terms of how we want them to progress and develop their knowledge and skills. There is no shortage of assessments, and there is no limit to the amount of anecdotal and observational data we can collect on our students. Thinking about our assessment landscape can help us figure out which data we are gathering that are actionable, and how to look at many different data points to make instructional decisions.
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Unlocking the Impact of Collaborative Learning Communities in Education
Whether through Professional Learning Communities, Communities of Practice, or Learning Collectives, working in a group is a powerful way to enhance learning. When we work and learn together, our collaboration pushes us beyond the limits of independent learning and results in dynamic, rewarding learning.
Harnessing the Power of Syllable-Type Instruction for Reading Success in 2024
Curious about the power of syllable types? Read on to explore effective ways to incorporate syllable-types into your instruction, along with two free resources.
Peggy Price, M.Ed., Fellow/OGA, on “Debunking Neuromyths” for READ with Parents Series presented by IDA-NNEA
In this free, recorded webinar, Peggy Price discusses common myths and misinformation about how we learn to read and how our brains work to enable reading.
The Transformative Power of Prioritizing Reading Comprehension
Reading comprehension is the ultimate goal we have for our students. These professional learning opportunities and resources can help clarify reading comprehension and how best to tailor our instruction to allow students the opportunity to practice strategies that result in thorough comprehension.
The Orton-Gillingham Approach: Better Teacher Training, Better Reading Outcomes
Anyone who chooses to become a teacher and devotes years to an undergraduate or graduate degree in education deserves to be taught evidence-based instruction with adequate mentoring and support.