Early learning


eBook
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, organized around models that describe how and why. It’s been around a long time, and it’s here to help us better reach kids who are learning to read. Learn about how it ties into decoding, phonics, language comprehension, and fluency, plus how assessment data can guide your efforts.
Topics: Classroom tips, Early learning, Empowering educators, Informing instruction, Reading & language arts
Products: MAP Reading Fluency


Webinar
Reimagine: Strategies for helping early readers bounce back from interrupted learning
Leading literacy experts share evidence-based strategies for supporting early readers, including tips for instructional planning, scaffolding, and providing interventions. Get guidance for improving data-informed reading instruction using reporting tools available in MAP Reading Fluency.
Topics: Classroom tips, Early learning, Equity, Innovations in reporting & assessment, Insights and reports, Reading & language arts, Universal screener
Products: MAP Reading Fluency


eBook
How to support reading at home: A guide for families
Literacy can be a big predictor of how a child will do in school—and even whether they’ll graduate. There’s a lot families can do to support a young reader at home. This collection of Teach. Learn. Grow. blog posts by NWEA literacy experts will walk you through exactly what to try. (If you’re an educator eager to support families reading at home, please share this e-book with them!)
Topics: Differentiated instruction, Early learning, Empowering educators, Family toolkit, Personalized learning, Reading & language arts


Fact Sheet
Content-Focused Professional Learning Fact Sheet
An introduction to Content-Focused Professional Learning in a format that’s easy to read and share.
Topics: Early learning, Empowering educators, Growth, Math & STEM, Teacher preparation
Products: Professional Learning


Webinar
Data and practice: Science-backed strategies to improve early literacy right now
Our early reading experts share straightforward, science-backed strategies educators can use right away to support early learners and improve reading outcomes.
Topics: Early learning, Classroom tips, Differentiated instruction, Reading & language arts
Products: MAP Reading Fluency


eBook
Approach SY21–22 with a growth mindset
NWEA research into student learning during the 2020–21 school year has confirmed what many suspected was true: COVID-19 school closures have exacerbated inequities in education. This eBook details the findings and offers pragmatic advice for reading and math instruction that can help teachers harness the power of growth mindset.
Topics: Classroom tips, Differentiated instruction, Early learning, Empowering educators, Equity, Growth, Informing instruction, Instructional strategies, Math & STEM, Middle school, Personalized learning, Reading & language arts, Research
Products: MAP Growth


Brief
5 ways to improve early literacy with professional learning
With a focus on formative assessment, providing feedback, encouraging student-led goal setting, and more, professional learning courses help teachers create a supportive environment for students.
Topics: Early learning, Empowering educators, Reading & language arts, Teacher preparation
Products: Professional Learning