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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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.
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Understanding early word recognition
Early word recognition is one of the key building blocks in the process of turning strange shapes on a page into a connected narrative full of meaning and possibility.
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4 simple ways to apply the science of reading
“Science of reading” has become a ubiquitous phrase in education, but it’s more than just a buzzword. Learn how to confidently use it in your classroom.