Archive for the ‘Reading’ Category

Effective Interventions for Struggling Readers - Fluency

Monday, June 4th, 2007

This module is a 2.5-3 hour module designed to promote knowledge and understanding of the third essential component of reading: fluency. The purpose of this module is to help provide teachers with the knowledge and tools necessary to provide effective reading interventions for students who struggle with reading fluently.

IDEA and Literacy Instruction

Sunday, December 17th, 2006

Dr. Catherine Christo presented this webinar on June 15, 2005. Dr. Christo discussed strategies for fostering reading success aligned with IDEA 2004. Topics included the characteristics of research-based interventions, essential elements of a response to intervention model, and a discussion of eligibility as a student with a specific learning disability.
View presentation slides and related literacy links

Secretary Paige’s Reading Leadership Academies

Sunday, December 17th, 2006

Explore six different presentations from three reading leadership academies sponsored in 2002 by the U.S. Department of Education.

Research Proven Strategies in Literacy: What is the Research Base? [ppt]

Sunday, December 17th, 2006

This session gives an overview of current scientifically-proven strategies in the area of literacy acquisition.
Reading Handout 1
Reading Handout 2