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Explicit Literacy Instruction for Secondary Readers - A Conversation with Jennifer Serravallo

September 26, 2025

56:35

Pillar: Science of Reading

Supporting Adolescent Literacy Through Explicit, Intentional Instruction

Explore how secondary educators can support adolescent literacy growth through explicit, research-aligned practices. This session highlights strategies for building background knowledge and strengthening language comprehension for students in 6th–12th grade. Discover how to connect literacy research to practical classroom application for middle and high school settings.

What You’ll Learn

Leverage explicit instruction to drive literacy growth in older students.
Build background knowledge and language through intentional instructional moves.
Align literacy practices to meet the rigorous demands of secondary curriculum.

Key Themes

Explicit literacy instruction tailored for adolescent learners.
Knowledge-building approaches to improve reading comprehension.
Research-aligned literacy practices in secondary classrooms.

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