White Paper Resources for Literacy Learning

The Critical Role of Oral Language in Reading Instruction and Assessment

Research shows that oral language has a profound impact on children’s success in school and later in life. This Education Insight explains the role of oral language in reading comprehension and strategies for developing these critical skills.

Cultivating Intrinsic Student Motivation

Students motivated by their own learning perform higher academically than their unmotivated peers. Read this Insight to discover methods of supporting students’ intrinsic motivation that ignites their passion for learning.

Cultivating a Growth Mindset with Educational Technology

Some technology-based programs can help students improve not just their test scores, but their mindset to approaching problems. Explore how education technology can help educators improve student engagement with a growth mindset.

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

Discover research-proven academic language instructional strategies useful in both elementary and secondary classrooms. The key elements in this paper offer first steps to improving educational success across the curriculum.

Supporting the Diverse Needs of Adolescent Readers

Discover how district leaders can drive literacy gains in grades 6–12. This guide explores the underlying causes of adolescent reading challenges and outlines systemwide strategies for assessment, instruction, and professional learning that align with the science of reading.

Navigating Complex Text: What Students Need to Know and What to Teach

Research shows that success with complex text predicts success in college. In this Education Insight, discover everything teachers need to know to help their students navigate and process complex text.