Responsibly Incorporating Technology into Literacy Instruction
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Posted on: September 25, 2018
Be aware of the limitations and important considerations when utilizing digital tools as part of literacy instruction.
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Posted on: September 25, 2018
High-Priority Milestones and EL Considerations: A Deeper Look at the Early Literacy Blueprint Initiative
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Posted on: September 11, 2018
More about the Iowa Reading Research Center’s new efforts to foster student achievement through improving literacy instruction.
Using Technology to Motivate Young Readers in the Age of Digitalization
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Posted on: August 27, 2018
Using digital resources to both consume and react to books can motivate children to read more.
Linguistic Context Questionnaire
A supplemental resource from the Early Literacy Blueprint Initiative, teachers can use this questionnaire to plan appropriate instruction for English learners by gathering information about the student's linguistic background, the language(s) used in the home, and the literacy practices of the family.
Using Data, Professional Development, and Community Connections to Design a Successful Summer Reading Program
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Posted on: July 10, 2018
The Council Bluffs Community School District uses assessments and fidelity of implementation to design the best summer reading program, says Director Carly Gates in our Q&A.
Teaching Sight Words as a Part of Comprehensive Reading Instruction
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Posted on: June 12, 2018
A look at what sight words are, why they are important to reading effortlessly, and how to teach them.
Reading Racetrack Sight Word Activity
Teach students how to recognize sight words, which helps students read effortlessly and focus on decoding difficult words, using this exercise that involves multiple rounds of instruction and practice.
Literacy Professional Development Provides Evidence-Based Practices and Instructional Consistency
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Posted on: April 17, 2018
Greene County Community School District Reading Specialist Julie Neal talks about the IRRC’s structured professional development modules in this Q&A.
Using Possible Selves to Facilitate Student Literacy Achievement
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Posted on: February 20, 2018
Through helping students define their possible selves, show them how becoming an expert reader can help them achieve their life goals.
Look, Listen, and Think
Help young readers when they encounter unfamiliar word by helping them to look, listen, and think about the word with these questions.