research-based practice
Research Article of the Month: October 2023
Monday, October 30, 2023
We highlight the findings of the scientific review article “Reading Comprehension: Core Components and Processes.”
Making the Change: One District’s Science of Reading Journey
Monday, July 17, 2023
Learn how Spencer Community School District's universal pivot to science-of-reading-aligned literacy instruction began, what the implementation process looked like, and how the shift has impacted educators, students, caregivers, and administrators.
What Is the Science of Reading?
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Find out why it’s important to have a common understanding of such a widely used term and take a closer look at the type of science in the science of reading.
Teaching Sight Words as a Part of Comprehensive Reading Instruction
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
A look at what sight words are, why they are important to reading effortlessly, and how to teach them.
What Makes a Literacy Practice Evidence-Based?
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
With what level of confidence can you say a given literacy instructional practice may work to help students in your school or district learn to read? It all depends on the available research and evidence for that practice.
Evidence-Based vs. Research-Based Interventions—Update
Monday, October 12, 2015
Learn the difference between evidence-based and research-based literacy interventions for students.