Benchmark Education

As districts nationwide grapple with implementing Science of Reading research, education leaders face critical decisions about phonics instruction. This blog identifies 12 essential elements every high-quality phonics solution should include—crucial factors that can transform literacy outcomes from modest improvements to remarkable success. Discover the key components that align with evidence-based practices and help you make informed decisions to significantly enhance reading proficiency across your school or district.

This blog examines how Designated and Integrated English Language Development work together to support English Learners. Readers will discover the key differences between these complementary approaches and learn practical strategies to implement both effectively for enhanced language acquisition and academic success.

Five Considerations When Choosing Early Literacy Assessment Tools

Teaching metacognitive strategies in the classroom improves student outcomes. Learn what metacognition is, why it’s so important, and how to teach it.

Research shows that using a combination of techniques to help students build both reading fluency and comprehension skills is ideal. In the second post of our Best Practices series, we’ll examine the six main types of comprehension strategies available for use in the classroom and how each provides its own unique set of benefits for various types of learners.

What is fluency? In the first post in our Best Practices series, we'll examine the definition of fluency, study its components, and consider its instructional implications.

Since so much of our society promotes a fixed mindset, educating caregivers about a growth mindset and helping them see how their language can impact their children’s understanding of themselves is key to supporting educator and student success in the classroom.

Research shows that when a self-selected text is above a student’s independent reading level, that student will struggle productively to understand it.