Grades K–8: Improving Vocabulary and Morphological Knowledge

Professional Learning Workshop

Learn efficient instructional routines for science-backed techniques

Get practical insights for helping developing readers

In this session, educators will learn part-by-part and flexible decoding strategies for teaching students to read long words (a crucial bridge between basic phonics and fluent word reading), understand how set for variability plays a role in reading, and how morphology can help students decode and comprehend text. Teachers will also explore how data-based decision-making can improve advanced word reading for all students.

Explore a key question during each segment of learning

Part 1

How does the way English is written affect the way we read?
How can I teach students to leverage their set for variability to read long words?
How can flexible decoding strategies help students read long words?

Part 2

How can morphology help students read and understand long words?
How can I use a structured lesson plan to help students read long words?
How can I support students in reading long words with responsive learning practices?

Find out why vocabulary is known as the “keystone of reading comprehension,” and how students need to know so much more than just a word’s meaning.

Designed with you in mind

This offering is divided into two 3-hour parts. It is recommended that the parts be completed in order, within a reasonable time frame. Your NWEA representative will help determine the best on-site or virtual delivery option to meet your needs.

On-site learning

Face-to-face session with a consultant

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Virtual learning

Live instruction through our online portal

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