Timothy Rasinski, Ph.D

Word study (phonics and vocabulary) and fluency in reading have been found to be key elements of any successful reading program (National Reading Panel; Common Core Standards). Despite their importance, many students fail to achieve sufficiently in these areas and many teachers do not feel completely competent in their knowledge and teaching of these reading components. In this workshop, Dr. Tim Rasinski will provide theoretical and research background and definition to phonics and fluency. He will share approaches to assessing and monitoring progress in these key aspects of reading. Finally, he will share effective and engaging strategies for teaching these all-important reading components that will move students toward better comprehension and greater proficiency in reading.