Beth Praska
Beth Praska joined NWEA in 2021 and is a senior implementation manager, where she designs and leads large-scale literacy professional learning. With a focus on the science of reading, early literacy, and data-informed instruction, she supports teachers and leaders through networks and workshops that strengthen classroom practice. Before NWEA, Beth worked in state education, higher education, school leadership, instructional coaching, and as a classroom teacher. She currently serves as an elected school board director and Special Olympics coach, and she is passionate about equitable access to high-quality literacy instruction for all learners. Beth holds an EdD in educational leadership from Bethel University.Posts by author
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Everything you need to know about the science of reading
The science of reading is the converging evidence of what matters and what works in literacy instruction. Learn evidence-based best practices to support decoding, phonics, language comprehension, and fluency.
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Resources for implementing the science of reading
The converging evidence of what matters and what works in literacy instruction, organized around models that describe how and why—also known as the science of reading—is driving so many of today’s conversations about K–5 literacy instruction. Our collection of articles, guides, videos, and more can help you put it to work in your classroom, school, or district.
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Reading differentiation made easy
MAP® Reading Fluency™ now includes Coach, a virtual tutor designed to help students strengthen reading skills in as little as 30 minutes a week.