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Oklahoma State Department of Education Names i-Ready® a Reading Sufficiency Act K-3 State Approved Screening Instrument

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OKSDE) recently named Curriculum Associates' i-Ready as a Reading Sufficiency Act (RSA) K3 State Approved Screening Instrument.

Key Points: 
  • NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OKSDE) recently named Curriculum Associates' i-Ready as a Reading Sufficiency Act (RSA) K3 State Approved Screening Instrument.
  • "Establishing a strong reading foundation at an early age is so important for students' ongoing success," said Rob Waldron, CEO of Curriculum Associates.
  • Assess all five reading skill areas defined in the RSA Oklahoma statute (i.e., Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Reading Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension).
  • In part with i-Ready, Oklahoma educators will receive Tools for Instruction aligned to the Science of Reading.

Dr. Anita Archer to Lead Master Class on Teaching Phonics and Word Recognition to Older Students

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
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During " How to Teach Phonics and Word Recognition to Older Students ," which will take place virtually on Friday, May 14, 2021 from 9 a.m.4 p.m.

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  • During " How to Teach Phonics and Word Recognition to Older Students ," which will take place virtually on Friday, May 14, 2021 from 9 a.m.4 p.m.
  • "Dr. Archer is the architect of explicit instruction and will provide teachers with the practical strategies and impactful delivery they need to accelerate student learning."\nDr.
  • Archer serves as an educational consultant on explicit instruction and literacy to state departments and school districts.
  • Dr. Archer has served on the faculties of University of Washington, University of Oregon, and San Diego State University.

Sadlier’s From Phonics to Reading Program Has Received an “All Green” from EdReports for Meeting Expectations.

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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From Phonics to Reading, for grades K2, addresses all foundational skills and fosters students understanding and working knowledge of print concepts, phonological awareness, phonics and word recognition, and fluency.

Key Points: 
  • From Phonics to Reading, for grades K2, addresses all foundational skills and fosters students understanding and working knowledge of print concepts, phonological awareness, phonics and word recognition, and fluency.
  • This program aligns with Sadliers commitment to publishing exceptional learning resources that meet the needs of todays students.
  • We are proud to have received EdReports all green for Meeting Expectations.
  • Since 1832, Sadliers pursuit of excellence has been driven by a commitment to meet the needs of the educational community.

New White Paper Suggests that Integrative, Engaging Vocabulary Instruction Can Help Boost Reading Achievement in US Schools

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Tuesday, June 2, 2020
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In a new white paper titled Vocabulary Instruction: Essential for Proficient Reading , Dr. Timothy Rasinski, a professor of literacy education at Kent State University and director of its award-winning reading clinic, explains how vocabulary instruction can be made more engaging and effective.

Key Points: 
  • In a new white paper titled Vocabulary Instruction: Essential for Proficient Reading , Dr. Timothy Rasinski, a professor of literacy education at Kent State University and director of its award-winning reading clinic, explains how vocabulary instruction can be made more engaging and effective.
  • The paper, which is published by Learning A-Z , discusses the challenges as well as the importance of vocabulary instruction.
  • Vocabulary Instruction: Essential for Proficient Reading expands the concept of vocabulary instruction beyond teaching new words or teaching words in isolation.
  • Additionally, the paper details the principles of effective, engaging, and intentional vocabulary instruction to guide educators in developing or choosing an effective vocabulary curriculum.

Assessment and testing in primary education in England

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Thursday, January 9, 2020
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It also provides a brief overview of changes to primary assessment since 2010.

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  • It also provides a brief overview of changes to primary assessment since 2010.
  • SATs, or national curriculum assessments

    SATs, or national curriculum assessments, are assessments of primary pupils progress and attainment.

  • They are currently taken at the end of key stage 1 (infant phase) and key stage 2 (end of primary/ junior phase).
  • Phonics screening check

    Children in year one, which is usually the second year of primary education, also take a phonics screen to check their ability to decode words.

William H. Sadlier, Inc. Announces New Phonics Program

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Friday, February 1, 2019
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William H. Sadlier, Inc. (OTCPNK:SADL), announced the publication of a new phonics program, From Phonics to Reading, for students in KindergartenGrade 3.

Key Points: 
  • William H. Sadlier, Inc. (OTCPNK:SADL), announced the publication of a new phonics program, From Phonics to Reading, for students in KindergartenGrade 3.
  • This groundbreaking program, developed in conjunction with author/researcher Wiley Blevins, engages students in the development of early reading foundational skills.
  • From Phonics to Reading is a comprehensive foundational skills program that supports students on the path to reading success.
  • Teachers will find the tools and embedded professional development to effectively teach students foundational skills with active, engaging, and thought-provoking phonics instruction.