Curriculum and Instruction

Curricular materials tell us what to teach, and instruction informs us of the best way to teach. This section includes information about both the “what” and “how” of evidence-based teaching.

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Reading 101

In the Classroom

Helping All Readers

Books & Authors

Literacy at Home

Curriculum and Instruction

Five Key Principles for Effective Vocabulary Instruction

What Is Differentiated Instruction?

Lead for Literacy

How Parents Can Support the Common Core Writing Standards

How Parents Can Support the Common Core Reading Standards

Classwide Peer Tutoring: Information for Families

10 Key Policies and Practices for Teaching English Language Learners

Cracking the Code: How and Why Big Horn Elementary School Went All-In with Structured Literacy

What Are Decodable Books and Why Are They Important?

Implementing Response to Intervention in Early Childhood Settings

What is a Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS)?

Establishing an Effective Reading Program

Are Qualitative Assessment and Student Self-Assessment Useful in Reading Instruction?

Is Digital Text a Good Idea for Reading Instruction?

New (School) Year’s Resolutions

Which Reading Model Would Best Guide Our School Improvement Efforts?

Curriculum and Instruction

Articles

Develop Your Knowledge

Literacy Research & Resources