2019 Update on Dyslexia Research
Oct 10, 2019This week, to honor Dyslexia Awareness Month, neuroscientist and professor at Northwestern University Dr. Martha Burns presented our 5th annual webinar on updates to dyslexia research. Here are highlights from just two of the 2019 articles that Dr. Burns covered.
Meet the 1st Queen of Literacy, Dr. Linda Nash!
Oct 21, 2014Dr. Linda Nash, Supervisor of Federal Programs/Grants in Cookeville, TN, has been crowned our first Queen of Literacy. She received 24% of all the votes cast (5,472!) and has won an all-expense paid trip to our National Circle of Learning Conference (virtual registration now open)! I caught up with Dr. Nash by phone to learn more about her life as an educator.
Assessing ELLs for Special Education: 5 Pitfalls to Avoid
Aug 19, 2014When educating English language learners who are struggling, how do you know when it’s time for a special education referral? How can you be sure you are assessing ELLs fairly, not mixing up linguistic and cultural diversity with cognitive ability and intellectual functioning?
Monitoring Progress in RTI: The Importance of Targeted Intervention
Dec 10, 2013As Classrooms Become More Diverse, How Do We Help All Students Grow?
Aug 27, 2013The pressure on educators to meet state guidelines and community expectations is mounting. Find out how breakthrough interventions can help diverse student populations succeed.
Response to Intervention and Special Ed Stats: Progress Report
May 7, 2013RTI is a Verb
Jan 22, 2013Dr. Chris Weber explains how Response to Intervention (RTI) has been over-complicated.
School Improvement Grant - Intervention for Failing Schools
Jun 29, 2010“What is the School Improvement Grant? How much money is available? Who is eligible to apply?” Find out what you need to know.