Professional Development
Literacy initiatives have led to a steady increase in fourth grade reading scores since 1999, but according to research, the literacy levels of 13- and 17-year-olds have remained static for almost 40 years. Why do middle school readers continue to struggle? According to a new white paper from Generation Ready, “Adolescent Readers in Middle School,”
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When I talk to colleagues about being a “connected” educator, the first response is often “I don’t have time!” followed by “Why? What’s in it for me?” I can relate. That is where I was a year and a half ago. I was busy, doing the best I could in my classroom, alone. How would
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