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From Access to Excellence: Three Differentiation Moves You Can Use Tomorrow
December always asks a lot of us.
Dr. Brandon Abdon
Oct 24, 2024, 2:03:24 PM
Transitional literacy focuses on bridging the gap between basic reading skills and more advanced literacy skills necessary for success during middle and high school. While the science of reading lays the groundwork by equipping students with the necessary skills, transitional literacy focuses on applying those skills to develop deeper understanding and independent learning in higher grades. This interactive webinar explores how 6-12 teachers can use insights from the science of reading to develop targeted strategies that enhance transitional literacy while also providing support for diverse learners.
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December always asks a lot of us.
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I was always a book worm.
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What happens when we stop seeing language diversity as a barrier and start embracing it as our greatest classroom asset?
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If you teach grades 6–12 ELA, you know the squeeze. You are expected to move students toward sophisticated analysis of theme, rhetoric, structure,...
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Transitional literacy focuses on bridging the gap between basic reading skills and more advanced literacy skills necessary for success during middle...
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While most early literacy development occurs in elementary school, teachers in middle and high schools continue shaping students' reading abilities,...
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Before you’re of working age to get a job for the summer, the idea of filling up almost 12 weeks of time is intimidating and can lead to feeling...
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Do you ever have one of those days where you ponder, “What on Earth am I doing, and am I doing it right???” I did. Often. And they were often...
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In the first blog post of the Rhetoric Meets Remedy series, I discussed the importance of teaching for transfer. Teaching for transfer is vital...
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Your Bow Tie Literacy Guy Michael Guevara is showcasing his favorite book pairings! Add these titles to your classroom library and download an...
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Dr. Brandon Abdon and Jennifer Abramson name the core tension secondary ELA teachers feel: the pressure to “cover” standards and test-prep skills...
