Dawn Essig
Dawn Essig holds a BS in political science, education, and special education from Mount Saint Mary College, an MEd in educational psychology from Marist College and a doctorate in teacher leadership from Walden University. Dr. Essig has taught elementary through high school general and special education and served as an adjunct education professor at Marist College. Her extensive experience in and knowledge of technology integration in school districts, certification as a Wilson reading specialist, and use of MAP Suite assessments and data to make instructional decisions led her to NWEA in 2013.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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Dyslexia 101
Learn more about dyslexia with the on-demand version of our webinar Straight facts on dyslexia: What the research actually tells us.
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Put the science of reading into action
The science of reading is not a buzzword. It’s the converging evidence of what matters and what works in literacy instruction. We can help you make it part of your practice.
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Support teachers with PL
High-quality professional learning can help teachers feel invested—and supported—in their work.