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Why Following an Evidence-Based Literacy Program Isn't Enough

If you know us well by now, you know that we are huge proponents of evidence-based (research-based) literacy intervention. It is absolutely CRITICAL that we be following evidence-based practices especially to get our struggling readers to grade level.

But here’s the issue - and it’s a big issue because nobody is really talking about it.

It’s not enough alone.

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Answering your Questions!

We wanted to jump in this week because we just wrapped up our Thriving Not Just Surviving in Literacy Intervention training earlier this week and were BLOWN away by the response and the incredible interventionists, SLPs, ELA educators that joined us. There were SO MANY questions that we weren’t able to address them all in the time we had allotted for the LIVE training so we wanted to take this opportunity to answer the questions in more depth because we promised that we would following the online training!

Hopefully, some of these Q & As can help you too as we move into our next academic year!

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7 Must Haves for Research Based Reading Intervention

Whether you are a teacher, a parent, an SLP, or an interventionist, if you’re anything like us…which you are, because you’re here, you care about providing top notch intervention or instruction for your students. However, with all the differing opinions out there in the field of education it can be difficult to know if what you’re doing is the right thing. Click through to read about our 7 Must Haves for effective, research-based reading intervention.

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What Research Tells Us About Supporting Our Students

One of the things we hear over and over is that we need to be using evidence-based practices in intervention. We are told that using evidence-based intervention is critical to student success. I am suer that you have heard not to use resources that aren’t evidence based.

But what does that even mean?

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We Completely Misunderstood Multi-sensory Instruction...

Multisensory teaching is a popular concept in research-based reading instruction, but the problem is that most teachers, interventionists, specialists (including US!) completely misunderstand what is needed to create multisensory reading and spelling instruction. We will show you the most effective and easiest way to incorporate multisensory instruction without the mess!

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What is Structured Literacy?

Discover the power of Structured Literacy! Unveil a systematic, multi-sensory, and cumulative approach to literacy instruction. Learn how to build a structured literacy program, addressing the core components of phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Elevate your teaching with intentional, thought-out progressions for lasting impact!

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Multi-sensory Reading Explained

Unlock the power of multi-sensory instruction in reading! Discover how to engage sight, hearing, and touch to enhance learning. From air writing letters to spelling dictation, explore practical methods to make reading instruction more effective. Embrace multi-sensory techniques without the fuss – it’s about engaging multiple senses for better comprehension and retention!

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What is Research-Based Reading Intervention?

Discover why Orton-Gillingham (OG) instruction is hailed as the gold standard for dyslexic students. Learn how its sequential, multisensory, and flexible approach transforms reading intervention. Explore its research-backed effectiveness in nurturing struggling readers.

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