research briefs
Research Brief: Predicting Dyslexia With Assessments of Foundational Reading Skills
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Recap of a study about predicting students with reading disabilities, which is crucial to providing needed supports as early as possible.
Research Brief: Decontextualized Alphabetic Knowledge Instruction Produces Positive Results
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Findings suggest a systematic approach to teaching this prerequisite skill for decoding and writing.
Research Brief: Does It Matter When Students Read the Items on a Comprehension Assessment?
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Researchers examined the common approach of having students read the questions before the text on a comprehension test to see how it impacted student performance compared to reading the questions after the text.
Research Brief: Discussing a Vocabulary Graphic Organizer with an Online Partner May Help Students Learn Science Content
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Students using the electronic organizer with online discussion showed a stronger path to increased science learning.