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"To learn to read is to light a fire; every syllable that is spelled out is a spark." —Victor Hugo
The resources on these pages rely on research-based principles of reading instruction and suggest practical ways to apply research findings to adult learning settings. These valuable websites for educators include:
Spotlight Resources
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Making Sense of Decoding and Spelling: An Adult Reading Course of Study
This evidence-based course of study is designed to teach adult learners to decode and spell words more accurately and fluently. It includes a teachers’ and administrators’ guide, thirty complete lesson plans, and a learner activity book. |
Newsela
Daily news stories with adjustable reading levels prompt learners to "read closely, think critically, and be worldly." Click the magnifying glass in the top menu bar and search by Reading Standard 8 to find paired pro/con articles.
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ReadWriteThink
This website offers numerous resources, including lesson plans and interactive online tools, for engaging literacy and English language arts instruction. |
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