Data really is the secret sauce in the K-12 classroom
Along with all of the edtech that’s made its way into the K-12 classroom over the last 10 years, we also now have a constant stream of useful,…
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5 edtech resources that support literacy in elementary school
As a veteran teacher of 17 years who has taught in both elementary and middle school classrooms, I have found that there are a number of powerful edtech…
Cumberland County Schools Recognized in 2023 K-12 Hero Awards for Implementation of S.P.I.R.E. Reading Program
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — EPS School Specialty, the leading provider of Pre K–12 supplemental literacy solutions, is pleased to announce that Catherine ... Read more
Evidence-Based Phonemic Awareness Program for Young Learners Unveiled by 95 Percent Group
Lincolnshire, IL– 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for proven literacy solutions, unveiled 95 Phonemic Awareness Suite™, a comprehensive ... Read more
How efficacy studies improve literacy instruction
Prior to the pandemic, reading achievement had been showing little to no growth. Scores have continued to decline, in part because of pandemic-related learning interruptions.
Teacher helps implement the science of reading ‘one bite at a time’
Indiana is in the midst of an enormous undertaking to improve literacy rates. The approach: Align state standards, curriculum, and teacher training programs with practices rooted in the…
5 steps to help students with reading-based learning differences
Reading-based learning differences such as dyslexia can pose unique challenges for students in school. These challenges, however, aren't indicative of a student's intelligence or potential.
Improving literacy through engagement
In this episode of Innovations in Education, Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation and Research Lead for Logitech details how classroom technologies, if used properly, can increase engagement and…
The intersection of the science of reading and edtech
As the single most-discussed topic in education at this moment, the science of reading has been a focus of intense interest in state legislatures nationwide. Specifically, as of…
A recipe for using explicit phonics instruction in reading lessons
Evidence-based reading research, or what many refer to as the Science of Reading, has been a much-discussed topic within the literacy landscape for the past few years.
4 big benefits of professional development for adolescent reading instruction
The mission of our English Language Arts Department is for staff, families, and community members to work in partnership to ensure that all students have adequate and equitable…
Equity, flexibility, and student well-being. That’s the science of reading
Programs built on the science of reading are proven effective in teaching readers of all levels—including Emergent Bilinguals and students ... Read more
I didn’t learn how to teach reading in my teacher prep program
After 14 years in education, I consider myself to be a good reading teacher. Unfortunately, the path to getting where I am today was a long, frustrating journey.
The Social Institute Expands Curriculum to Educate and Empower Third-Grade Students
Durham, N.C.– The Social Institute announced that it has expanded its pioneering peer-to-peer learning technology to meet the needs of ... Read more
Books, ebooks, and audiobooks, oh my!
Despite my affinity for audiobooks, looking at the book industry sales figures, it is clear print is still king. I agree, there’s nothing like turning the page of…
Schools and Districts in Eight States Make Big Investments in Lexia Aspire Professional Learning
BOSTON – Months after the launch of Lexia Aspire™ Professional Learning, schools and districts in California, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, New ... Read more
Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Names Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready® Assessment a Qualified Dyslexia Screening Tool for Grades K–3
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—The GaDOE recently named Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready Assessment as a Qualified Dyslexia Screening Tool for Grades K–3. School ... Read more
One8 Foundation Announces $5.7m In Statewide Grants For Districts To Implement Ignite! Reading’s Virtual, One-On-One Literacy Tutoring Program
BOSTON – The One8 Foundation today announced it is providing over $5.7 million in grants to 13 Massachusetts school districts ... Read more
BookNook Names Education Veteran Jared Harless Chief Product Officer
SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) — BookNook, a leading provider of effective high-impact literacy and tutoring solutions for schools and students, announces the ... Read more
How to elevate climate literacy for future scientists
The climate crisis is undermining decades of progress in global health and poverty reduction. We look to our next generation of planetary heroes for solutions, but are we…
3 essential tools to make elementary science easier
During my time as a kindergarten teacher, I learned three major lessons about our youngest learners’ relationship to science. Specifically, I learned that elementary school students are predisposed…
5 long-term benefits of our online literacy programs
When we started using a new literacy program 10 years ago, our reading scores were mediocre. Within a few years we had moved up to being a Level…
Ohio Department of Education Names Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready® Assessment an Approved Dyslexia Screener for Grades K–3
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) recently named Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready Assessment as an approved Comparable Assessment to ... Read more
How to support reluctant readers with literacy strategies
Literacy is the foundation upon which all learning is built. Without strong reading skills, students will struggle as they progress through their education. This need is non-negotiable and…
Learning Without Tears Scores Big in 2023 EdTech Awards
Cabin John MD – Early learning leader, Learning Without Tears, is now among EdTech’s best and brightest, following the announcement ... Read more
Brand-New Savvas Essentials: Foundational Reading Program Earns Highest Rating from EdReports
PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company, a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, is proud to announce that its Savvas ... Read more
How to evaluate literacy programs that pledge to accelerate learning
The NAEP results in late 2022 revealed that reading scores fell for both fourth and eighth grade readers as a result of the pandemic. Only 33 percent of…
Equity and Access at the Core of Learning Without Tears’ Breakthrough Literacy Program, Phonics, Reading, and Me™
Cabin John MD – Early learning leader, Learning Without Tears, today affirmed that equity and access are at the core ... Read more
TeachingBooks, Sora and Pear Deck Announce Collaboration to Expand Student Engagement and Learning
CLEVELAND – TeachingBooks.net today announced a unique collaboration with Pear Deck, providing expanded opportunities for student engagement and learning. In ... Read more
BookNook Appoints Seasoned Education Industry Leader Brad Baumgartner as Chief Executive Officer
SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) — BookNook, a leading provider of effective high-impact literacy and tutoring solutions for schools and students, today announced ... Read more
10 reasons we love school librarians
Gone are the days when a school librarian’s job was defined by shushing, rocking, and reading. While reading out loud and building a love of literacy is still…
Digital Tools Key to Financial Literacy,According to Study by Certell and Project Tomorrow
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The vast majority of high school students are not financially literate but respond well to economics and ... Read more
IGNITE! Reading Announces $10m Series A Financing To Meet Accelerating School Demand For Its Virtual 1:1 Literacy Tutoring Program
SAN FRANCISCO – Ignite! Reading, a rapidly growing provider of virtual tutoring services that enable K-12 schools to dramatically accelerate ... Read more
The Science of Reading: A Defining Movement
Dr. Maria Murray is dedicated to helping others understand how we learn to read, how to teach literacy effectively, ... Read more
95 Percent Group Unveils 95 Phonics Core Program for Grades 4 and 5
Lincolnshire, Ill. – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, launched 95 Phonics Core Program® ... Read more
Utah State Board of Education Approves 95 Percent Group Resources as Evidence-Informed, Recommended Supplemental Programs for Grades K-5
Lincolnshire, Ill. – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, announced today the Utah State ... Read more
Top Techniques for District Management
On this week's episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 8 predictions about literacy learning in 2023; 6 tips for tech-enabled instruction in the early literacy…
Applying Structured Literacy for K–5 Students
Success in life can be foretold by success in school and reading achievement. Educators understand to build success, there must ... Read more
Multilingual Students and the Science of Reading
The science of reading provides key insights for teachers on how to best assist their students with literacy. The research ... Read more
How to engage your students in order to build literacy
On this week's episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 8 predictions about literacy learning in 2023; 6 tips for tech-enabled instruction in the early literacy…