

Podcast
The science of reading is both a body of research and movement in literacy education. How do we keep those two things connected when theyāre not always aligned? What are most common myths about literacy instruction, how do we fight them? A roundtable of educators and specialists from NWEA join Jacob & Kailey to talk about how the science of reading works best in classrooms and where both the movement and the research are going.
Topics: Early learning, Education research, Equity, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy, Multilingual learners, Professional learning
Products: Professional Learning


Article
10 canāt-miss benefits of MAP Reading Fluency
All reading tests are not created equal. With helpful features, innovative reporting tools, and robust professional learning experiences, MAPĀ® Reading Fluencyā¢ is an early reading assessment unlike any other. Learn more about the equity-advancing, time-saving features included with MAP Reading Fluency
Topics: Assessment, Early learning, Equity, Instructional strategy & resources, Leadership, Literacy, Multilingual learners, Professional learning
Products: MAP Reading Fluency


Article
6 ways to improve instructional coaching for your teachers
Instructional coaching can have a major impact on instructional practices, student learning, and teacher retention, but it has to be planned and implemented thoughtfully. Here are six best practices.
Topics: Instructional strategy & resources, Professional learning
Products: Professional Learning


Brief
Equity: Definitions and Perspectives from U.S. Educators
A new study from NWEA features voices of U.S. teachers, school and district leaders providing their understanding and definition of equity, challenges and opportunities in implementing equity initiatives, impacts of the COVID disruptions on schools and recommendations for moving forward in a post-pandemic world.
Topics: Equity, Insights and reports, Professional learning


Podcast
We talk to Tatiana Ciccarelli, a math educator and model teacher from New York City, currently supporting educators around the country through professional learning, and Dr. Chase Nordengren, principal research scientist for effective instruction at NWEA.
Topics: Education research, Equity, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy, Math, Professional learning
Products: MAP Growth, Professional Learning


Podcast
Whatās it like in classrooms right now? The only way to know is to ask a teacher, so we sat down with a first-grade elementary teacher and a sixth-grade social studies & science teacher and listened.
Topics: Early learning, Equity, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy, Professional learning, Science, Social emotional learning
Products: Professional Learning


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Responsive Literacy Practices Professional Learning Overview
Level up literacy instruction
Our content-focused professional learning offerings for literacy communicate essential findings from reading science to practical classroom applications. We work alongside educators to empower them with the foundational theory, practical demonstrations, and actionable tools they need to level up their teaching with the science of reading.
Topics: Early learning, Instructional strategy & resources, Literacy, Professional learning
Products: Professional Learning