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Interesting article on the science of reading.

#HE4Good Chapter 7. ‘Fostering the gift: On property regimes and teaching pedagogies in higher education’ by Andreas Wittel argues that - like art - higher education is a gift that needs to be fostered. For the gift to emerge, the political-economic context in which higher education operates needs to be explored. It is also necessary to examine teaching pedagogies that provide fertile soil for the gift. https://lnkd.in/d-Ph-WPk  Link to #openaccess book: edited by myself & Catherine Cronin)

The Phases of First-Year Teaching were identified by Ellen Moir, founder of New Teacher Center and FuelEd Advisory Board member. In October and through into December of their first year, many new teachers enter a phase known as disillusionment. The anticipation of starting a new teaching career and the battle to survive the first months in the classroom is now over. Disillusionment sets in with the realization of how difficult teaching and meeting the needs of all students can be. It is critical that districts assist new teachers and ease their transition from student teacher to full-time professional. Fortunately, the Phases of First Year Teaching provides a useful framework for the development of appropriate, timely support and resources for new teachers. This fall, we encourage you to tell your new teachers about these Phases. It lets them know they are not alone in their experience but on a journey. Share this downloadable PDF of Ellen’s original article, republished here by FuelEd partner Alief Independent School District - https://lnkd.in/gFci-DDm

Our book chapter is out!! Check it out of you're interested in teaching and learning for diverse student populations. It was an amazing experiencing writing on this topic with Audrey J. Jaeger, Kaitlin Newhouse, Ph.D., and Ece Yilmaz! https://lnkd.in/gMxA6y_R DM for a copy!

*Part of this week's series on literacy in the United States. As homeschooling continues to grow in popularity, instructors play a crucial role in shaping the academic journey of their students. One of the key challenges faced by homeschool instructors is helping struggling readers develop essential literacy skills. In this blog post, we'll explore the current literacy rates, delve into a step-by-step process to enhance reading abilities and highlight the role of Exact Path in identifying and addressing reading gaps. https://lnkd.in/gFBxK2wC

Available for presale March 12, 2024: How to Better Serve Racially Ethnically and Linguistically Diverse Students in Special Education: A Guide for High Needs and Underresourced Schools https://lnkd.in/evjahPqp This important guide offers practical teaching solutions to address the challenges facing RELD students in special education, particularly in high-needs schools where the number of students identified as needing special education exceeds the national average. Written from the perspective of someone with her own lived experience of unique learning needs and marginalization, this book prepares educators to effectively serve our increasingly diverse student population, while also addressing certain special education policy issues and over/underrepresentation of RELD students in special education. Featuring real-life examples and practical strategies to start using in the classroom, this book is key reading for any special educator or school leader striving to ensure special education becomes more equitable and effective.

Access to books is an equity issue. By the time they are in eighth grade, learners should be mastering their reading skills with higher level literature and reading for pleasure frequently. Unfortunately, children in under-resourced communities often don't have access to books at home, which can support their language and fluency skills, and communities of color bear the brunt of the impacts of under-resourced school districts. There is still time to support our Gift of Literacy campaign, and help us fill in the gaps for young readers in our four core cities of Pawtucket, Central Falls, Woonsocket and Providence. Give now: https://bit.ly/3FfNR40 *Statistics are for 8th grade NAEP reading testing in Rhode Island in 2022.

Discover the enduring impact of the Memorandum on #lifelonglearning! Our new International Review of Education article traces its effects on policymaking and academic debates since its 2000 launch. Learn how it continues to shape adult education in the EU and beyond. Read now 📖 https://shorturl.at/7YHl9

No matter the climate of reading instruction, there is one thing that should never be EXCLUDED: __________________________________________________________ **Allowing time for students to read independently with real books.** __________________________________________________________ What an honor it is to have Debbie Miller join  Education Resource Group as a collaborator. Her Independent reading framework hits at the heart of what all students need ----- TIME WITH TEXTS! "From the first time we met, I knew that Hope, Alice and I were kindred spirits! Their love and passion for thoughtful and strategic teaching and learning mirror my own. I’m excited and honored to collaborate with them and the ERG team!" Debbie Miller, Education Expert https://lnkd.in/e6dzmFGA

During a jampacked meeting of the California State Board of Education (SBE) on March 6, the board reviewed the 2024 Accountability Workplan, approved a revised document providing guidance for reviewing and piloting instructional materials, and more. The 2024 Accountability Workplan includes incorporation of the Science Assessment results into the Dashboard; the addition of transitional kindergarteners (TK) and long-term English learners (LTELs) as new student populations; a College/Career Indicator (CCI); student-level growth model data; Priority 1: State level data; and an update of the differentiated assistance criteria and designations required under SB 114. Read a breakdown of the workplan, board discussion and other key items here: https://ow.ly/TnmT50QNGxZ