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Dive into the Truth About Reading Instruction! 📚 Are you passionate about shaping young minds and fostering a love for reading? Let's talk about the power of strong, research-based reading instruction and the incredible role of reading teachers! Did you know that for decades, an outdated idea about how children learn to read has been influencing our education system? Despite being debunked by cognitive scientists, this approach continues to prevail in many schools, making it harder for children to develop crucial literacy skills. Tune into the eye-opening podcast "Sold a Story: How Teaching Kids to Read Went So Wrong" by Emily Hanford (https://lnkd.in/gyJCP7ZU). This gripping exposé delves into the authors and companies behind this flawed teaching method, uncovering the detrimental effects on our children and the education system as a whole. Ready to make a difference? Explore how you can become a certified educator in Texas with EC - 6 Core Subjects and the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) certification. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to implement evidence-based reading instruction that truly empowers young learners! Join the movement towards effective, research-driven teaching methods and help shape a brighter future for generations to come. Together, we can ensure every child has the opportunity to unlock the magic of reading! #ReadingRevolution #GetCertified #ResponsiveEd180EPP #ScienceofTeachingReading #InspireHope Responsive Education Solutions See our April information session dates here: https://lnkd.in/ehSBM5Qx

📚 Asset-based pedagogies, such as culturally responsive teaching, culturally sustaining pedagogy, and culturally relevant pedagogy, are transforming education by integrating students' cultural identities and lived experiences into the classroom. These approaches focus on the knowledge of traditionally marginalized communities, empowering all students, especially students of color, to become lifelong learners and critical thinkers. Embracing these methods enriches instruction and fosters an inclusive, dynamic learning environment. 🌟✨ #Education #CulturallyResponsiveTeaching #CulturallySustainingPedagogy #CulturallyRelevantPedagogy #InclusiveEducation #LifelongLearning #CriticalThinking #StudentEmpowerment #AssetBasedPedagogy #DiverseClassrooms

The NCTQ report highlights Tennessee's efforts to LIFT literacy by providing teachers with more effective support through a high-quality reading curriculum and opportunities to practice new strategies. https://bit.ly/3EUPt3e

Unlocking Effective Mathematics Teaching: The Power of Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Reflective Practice Pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) is the cornerstone of effective teaching. It’s more than just knowing what to teach—it’s about knowing how to teach in ways that truly reach all students. PCK bridges the gap between subject expertise and the strategies required to make that knowledge accessible to every learner. A critical part of this is knowing what to look for and listen for in the classroom—those small yet significant indicators of student understanding (or confusion)—so we can respond to students' needs in real-time. Too often, professional learning opportunities focus on teaching techniques but fail to emphasize the importance of noticing these critical indicators, which are the essence of formative assessment and reflective teaching. This fall, we’ve made it our focus to support teachers in recognizing these key moments, allowing them to respond thoughtfully and adapt their instruction to meet student needs in the moment. The use of lesson study has been particularly impactful, getting to the heart of reflective practice—the core of effective teaching and learning. As educators, it’s essential to continually reflect on our practice to ensure we’re meeting the diverse needs of our students. What does this look like in your classroom? Are you actively listening for signs of understanding or confusion and responding in real-time to guide student learning? Knowing what to look for and listen for is the key to making informed instructional decisions that move learning forward. Reflection isn't just about looking back—it’s about being present in each moment of instruction, making adjustments, and adapting based on what your students are showing you. The answers lie in the day-to-day interactions in the classroom! #ReflectiveTeaching #FormativeAssessment #PedagogicalContentKnowledge #TeacherSupport #InstructionalCoherence #TeachingComplexity #MSIS #ProjectAERO #MathEducation #EducationLeadership #Inclusion #Equity #StudentLearning

It is inspiring to read about school leaders who fully embrace learning about high quality literacy instruction grounded in the science of reading. Often times, it’s only the teachers who engage in this type of professional learning. There is so much power in collaborating and calibrating together to improve skills in delivering quality feedback about instruction. This shared commitment to develop together is producing impressive results!

The Science of Reading is at the heart of the EL Education curriculum. Check out EL Education in a recent study highlighting how incorporating knowledge-building curricula and connecting learning to real-world experiences can enhance literacy. https://lnkd.in/eDakBXAP

Boost your literacy lessons by aligning them with the Australian Curriculum Standards. Our resources make it easy to create engaging literacy experiences that help your students meet their goals. Whether you’re working on reading comprehension or sparking a love for reading, we have the tools you need. 👉 Check out our literacy resources today: https://lnkd.in/gnwNhEwK #Literacy #Education #TeachingResources

For educators in middle and high school - this one's for you. Check out these moves to accelerate student literacy.

Introducing a new “way” of teaching or implementing a new curriculum is always a bit overwhelming at first. Teachers and Principals alike will both have a bit of a learning curve. Find the tools to help make the transition easier and lean into them. Our LION (Learning Inventory of Needs) Reading benchmark and progress-monitoring tool is already aligned to the Science of Reading. Quickly assess where the students are and use the provided resources to set them up for success. Harris Education Solutions also provides a variety of teacher observation and evaluation tools that can be designed to meet the needs of your district, including instruction aligned to the Science of Reading. Let us help you throughout this transition!

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