Can I still use my leveled books in my classroom? Dr. Elfrieda Hiebert outlines how to reorganize any classroom library to support students’ decoding and knowledge-building. rpb.li/UCrvcf

#Reading is a key building block for student success. However, a new RAND report reveals secondary teachers are still spending chunks of time helping students with foundational reading skills. Check out the report: rpb.li/2IUF5 #LiteracyMatters rand.org/pubs/research_…

Data from a 2020 survey shows that only about half of educator prep programs include stand-alone courses on family and community engagement. Should programs seek to add more? See more survey results below! #Education #community rpb.li/Y0VS1

Researchers at NCES project that 13 states, including #Florida, will gain students by the end of the decade, and 7 states, such as #Mississippi, will see double-digit declines! Check out your state's projected numbers here: rpb.li/MfH

What major roadblocks are preventing schools from offering enough mental health resources for students? Recent NCES data from surveyed school principals provide some insight: rpb.li/Mlg

Looking for “straightforward and irrefutable findings from research that should constitute the foundations for reading policies?” Claude Goldenberg lays them out here to help you counter misinformation about the science of reading. rpb.li/7aHtQ

Excellent piece about Susan Neuman and her wonderful work in literacy, with an emphasis on knowledge, vocabulary, and the power of reading aloud. Highly recommended reading for literacy leaders and educators! rpb.li/e49Ah

Decodable text has long been scrutinized. But what does research say about using decodable text in early reading instruction? Literacy expert Timothy Shanahan weighs in with an updated look at the evidence. rpb.li/MUpC

NYC's upcoming cellphone ban aims to reduce distractions and improve mental health for students. What are your thoughts, and what is your district doing? rpb.li/zN1G

The NCELA, supported by @USEDgov's Office of English Language Acquisition, has published a valuable toolkit to boost parent & family engagement! Check out the English Learner Family Toolkit here: rpb.li/0n5S7e

Educators: the Newcomer Toolkit by NCELA is here to help you support immigrant students and their families. With 5 comprehensive chapters, it's a must-have for teachers, principals, and school staff. rpb.li/A4Tg

Exciting news! Florida Center for Reading Research now offers digital, gamified Student Center Activities for PreK-5th grade. Perfect for parent-child or tutor-child summer learning time. Check them out here: rpb.li/Peg3H #SummerLearning

A national 2024 survey found that nearly 70% of parents say AI chatbots are a valuable tool to help their children learn more and faster. Check out this Walton Family Foundation survey here: rpb.li/mI1uP

Exciting News! ExcelinEd & Florida Center for Reading Research launched a FREE professional learning resource: Fundamentals of Literacy Coaching! Help your literacy coaches support K-8 teachers with research-backed strategies. rpb.li/yACPVp

New Data from NCES! About 25% of public school leaders report that lack of focus/inattention had a severe negative impact on learning in 2023-24. Check out all the key findings here: rpb.li/HF8QR

How did Ohio create its state-approved list of high-quality curricula and instructional materials? A new report provides the details.rpb.li/w0t #literacy #scienceofreading

In a new survey, teachers say that nearly half (44%) of students in grades 3-8 struggle to read their instructional materials. Teachers also report that they don’t have enough resources to support these students. What's missing? rpb.li/0xeoR

One-third of students ages 13–17 report they use social media “almost constantly.” EdSource provides helpful tips for parents on monitoring and limiting social media use. #HealthyScreenTime rpb.li/M1DfQY

New research highlights that family income, parental education, and home environment can explain a significant portion of racial school-achievement gaps, and these factors are strongest in reading. Read more here: rpb.li/U1ka

The RMC Research team enjoyed collaborating with DeKalb Schools, GA to observe data and identify and prioritize needs! We can’t wait to be back there next month to support this important EL work!