From Theory to Practice: Academic Language Strategies for Improving K-12 Reading Comprehension

Academic language is critical for reading comprehension and overall academic success. Often referred to as “the language of school,” academic language encompasses the words and phrases that characterize the texts, discussions, and assessments students encounter in educational settings. Understanding the key elements of academic language is the first step to creating a unified mission to help districts and schools improve students’ likelihood of educational success. For all students, mastery of academic language provides the tools needed to comprehend our complex world, in school and beyond. This Education Insight discusses research-proven academic language instructional strategies you can use in both the elementary and secondary classrooms. Download this paper and start using the strategies in your classroom today.

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