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The ability to read and understand complex text across content areas is a major predictor of academic success in the upper grades. But for some students, accessing information—especially through content-specific reading—can be a difficult, even painful process. This problem can often be traced back to lingering gaps in foundational skills, such as a lack of automaticity in decoding, especially in polysyllabic words, or to a lack of fluency and insufficient vocabulary knowledge.
How do we bridge this gap for middle and high schoolers? It is crucial to provide targeted instruction based on clearly determined needs that is respectful, dignified, and age appropriate for this vulnerable group. Join this edWebinar for a collaborative discussion about how we can:
- Identify specific skill gaps
- Honor social and emotional needs
- Provide age-appropriate instruction that is targeted and highly interactive
- Close skill gaps while restoring confidence and accelerating reading growth
While we know many older striving readers require vocabulary and comprehension support, the presenters will focus on and examine the research related to foundational skills instruction, discuss efficient ways to identify specific skill gaps, describe targeted interventions that develop automatic word recognition and fluency, and review the essential elements of effective instruction.
They’ll consider the special circumstances and instructional needs of older readers and share best practices for engagement and respectful, age-appropriate approaches. Attendees will leave with examples and solutions for ensuring equitable learning by helping students master and apply critical reading skills so they can have successful futures.
This edWebinar will be of interest to middle and high school teachers and school and district leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation. Learn more.
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