Center for the Collaborative Classroom

??We're honored to announce that The Reading League has published a Curriculum Navigation Report on Collaborative Literacy (2021), our comprehensive core ELA curriculum that is comprised of the Being a Reader and Being a Writer programs. This informational report—the only third-party review of Collaborative Literacy (2021) to date—examines how the program aligns with the science of reading. The report appears exclusively on the Curriculum Decision Makers page of The Reading League Compass website, which provides stakeholders with direction when making decisions related to the science of reading. As a mission-driven organization, Collaborative Classroom thanks The Reading League for this opportunity to refine our work and advance our shared goal of bringing evidence-aligned literacy instruction to all. ??Access all Curriculum Navigation Reports published by The Reading League, including the report on Collaborative Literacy, by visiting https://lnkd.in/g8XAbRMA #TRLCurrReports #SoR #CollaborativeLiteracy #BeingAReader #BeingAWriter #scienceofreading

In our brand-new blog "Understanding Assessment: Are We Testing Wisely?" Linda Diamond clarifies different types of assessment and their respective purposes, all with the goal of helping literacy educators avoid the pitfalls that can come with even the best-intentioned testing. She reminds us not to assess for assessment's sake and then explores the following questions: - When should we assess? - How much should we assess? - Whom should we assess? - What types of assessments are necessary? https://lnkd.in/gv_mD_xZ #assessment #literacy #scienceofreading #universalscreener #readingteacher

Today we're at NJPSA/FEA in New Jersey to present our latest institute, Supporting New and Striving Readers with Small-Group, Mastery-Based Intervention. Participants spend a half-day unpacking the research from professional readings before experiencing structured literacy routines that build critical reading skills. Explore upcoming institutes: https://lnkd.in/d5UeCd-Q

We're still thinking about how much fun we had at Oakland Literacy Coalition's Literacy and Justice For All Symposium this weekend. We had amazing turnout at both our panel session with Oakland educational leaders, as well as our lunch and learn hosted with Michael Massa from the Office of Youth and Community Restoration! #lj4all

Rod Hart is a public school educator with over 30 years of teaching experience and a passion for working with adolescent students. SIPPS Consultant Cate Simmers joined Rod in a discussion on the power of choosing accessible, relevant, and genuinely engaging texts that respect and interest older striving readers. https://lnkd.in/gxRn-5Bd

We're at Oakland Literacy Coalition's Literacy & Justice For All Symposium this weekend in Oakland, CA. As a proud sponsor, we strongly support the promotion of effective practices in literacy and reading skills for all students. Be sure to connect with us at our booth or catch us on the panel of "Teachers, Tutors, and Strong Relationships Together: Reimagining Literacy Instruction in Oakland" on Saturday, 3/8 2:35–3:35 PM.

Time to mark the calendar! Setting our youngest learners up for success: How well is your Pre-K instruction aligned with K–2? Join Emily Grunt, Director of Field Support at Collaborative Classroom, and Alicia Simba, Transitional Kindergarten Teacher at Oakland Unified School District, in an interactive discussion on how to instill foundational knowledge in Pre-K settings that will prepare children for a lifetime of joyful learning in kindergarten and beyond. Thursday, April 10 1:00PM PT | 2:00PM MT | 3:00PM | 4:00PM ET https://lnkd.in/eT8ed6ss

Conference season is in full swing, and our teams are traveling coast to coast to share our evidence-based resources for students from early childhood to grade 12. Today, we're thrilled to be showcasing our work at the IL ASCD Pump Up Primary 44th Annual Pre-K–2 conference, just a stone's throw from Chicago. #ILASCD Kristin Rauch Mary Tavegia ??Find an event near you: https://lnkd.in/gbKCa3Qj

Excellent in-depth investigation from American Public Media Group.

"It would be unheard of for a piano teacher, a ceramicist, or an artist working with water colors to teach someone their craft without practicing it themselves." — Donald H. Graves ??? ?? How can we teach writing if we don’t engage in the practice ourselves on a regular basis?? ? Are you interested in continuing your practice with our wonderful community of writers from all over the country? ?? We've created a welcoming and safe virtual space just for this purpose! ?? Register now for an upcoming Teacher as Writer session. ? We hope you'll join our writing community and participate in the writing process alongside us.