

Fact Sheet
Tools for fostering early word recognition: embedded mnemonics samples
One hurdle for young students who are beginning to read is learning letter names, shapes, and sounds. To help students master these arbitrary pairings between letter shape and letter sound, using letter-embedded mnemonics has been found to be more effective than using letters on their own or letters accompanied by a picture. Try out this sample set of embedded mnemonics with your early learners!
Topics: Early learning, Instructional strategies, Literacy, Professional learning
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Podcast
This was a fun one… because we got to talk to you, our listeners! In this episode: We see how Mr. Potato head can motivate students, one additional limb at a time. We open a big box of costumes in the middle of class. We learn about a teacher who calls students’ parents to share good news, and how one student wanted to return the favor. And finally, we get to hear some incredibly touching stories of students and families letting their teachers know how awesome they are. (Jacob and Kailey get a little misty-eyed.)
Topics: Early learning, Instructional strategies, Literacy, Math, Professional learning
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Podcast
Melissa Lim is a Technology Integration Specialist at Portland Public Schools, but she sees herself first and foremost as a teacher, not an IT professional. In this episode, Melissa chats with Kailey and Jacob about showing kids and teachers whatās possible with technology ,and how she makes them more comfortable using it. They cover ChatGPT and its uses in the classroom (like writing better quizzes!) as well as Melissaās work to bridge the digital divide and give all kids at PPS equal access to tech. She shares her rule for deciding when you shouldnāt use technology, along with her number one tip for teachers: Donāt be afraid to push a new button! You wonāt break anything (probably).v
Topics: Equity, Instructional strategies, Professional learning
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Webinar
Putting the āprofessionā in professional learning: Creating plans that inspire teachers to stay
Education leaders from Dallas ISD joined professional learning experts Corbin Edginton and Lindsey Prendergast to discuss the positive relationship between robust professional learning and teacher retention. Our Dallas partners shared how they developed professional learning plans that empower school teams while addressing district goals and challenges.
Topics: Professional learning
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Podcast
The science of reading is both a body of research and movement in literacy education. How do we keep those two things connected when theyāre not always aligned? What are most common myths about literacy instruction, how do we fight them? A roundtable of educators and specialists from NWEA join Jacob & Kailey to talk about how the science of reading works best in classrooms and where both the movement and the research are going.
Topics: Early learning, Education research, Equity, Instructional strategies, Literacy, Multilingual learners, Professional learning
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Article
10 canāt-miss benefits of MAP Reading Fluency
All reading tests are not created equal. With helpful features, innovative reporting tools, and robust professional learning experiences, MAP® Reading Fluency⢠is an early reading assessment unlike any other. Learn more about the equity-advancing, time-saving features included with MAP Reading Fluency
Topics: Assessment, Early learning, Equity, Instructional strategies, Leadership, Literacy, Multilingual learners, Professional learning
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Article
6 ways to improve instructional coaching for your teachers
Instructional coaching can have a major impact on instructional practices, student learning, and teacher retention, but it has to be planned and implemented thoughtfully. Here are six best practices.
Topics: Instructional strategies, Professional learning
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