NEW
YORK, Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A number of
tutoring programs are designed to support young students as they
learn to read; however, resources are more limited for students in
grades 4 and up who still need explicit phonics and literacy
instruction. To help districts support these students in developing
their literacy skills, Littera Education and Reading Horizons
have partnered to provide a comprehensive, high-impact tutoring
solution.
Littera's team of highly-trained virtual tutors will deliver 1:1
or small group sessions using Reading Horizons Elevate®
and Littera Tutoring Management System (TMS). The Reading Horizons
Elevate® program provides older developing readers and
English Language Learners with knowledge of the structure of the
English language and the skills for decoding and spelling.
Explicit instruction and connection to text significantly increase
accuracy and automaticity while building reading fluency and
comprehension. All materials and resources are specifically
designed for older learners.
"We've been hearing from our district partners that students
struggling in upper elementary and secondary subjects are often
missing the foundational literacy skills necessary to access higher
level content.," said Justin
Serrano, CEO of Littera. "We're thrilled to be able to
provide these students with tutoring support using curriculum
that's specifically designed for older learners. Students won't be
engaged if the content isn't age appropriate."
The Reading Horizons® method is based on
Orton-Gillingham principles of instruction and is taught
explicitly, systematically, and sequentially, building from the
simplest concept to the more complex. Through explicit phonics
instruction, Reading Horizons Elevate® helps older
learners—of all cultural backgrounds and abilities—learn the skills
required to read fluently.
"We know what a positive difference our curriculum has made on
innumerable students in intervention settings. Unfortunately,
schools often struggle with finding the resources necessary to
provide ongoing support for older learners," said Chief Strategy
Officer, Stephanie Myers.
"High-impact tutoring is an effective and sustainable solution.
We're excited about the impact we can have on students' lives by
combining our science-based curriculum with this evidence-based
delivery model."
About Reading Horizons
Reading Horizons empowers
educators to eradicate illiteracy with effective, tech-enabled
foundational reading instruction that helps all students achieve
reading proficiency. For over 40 years, Reading Horizons has
continuously aligned its simple instructional method with
advancements in the science of reading. The company supports school
districts, schools, frontline administrators and educators, and
most importantly, students, with ongoing, synergistic partnerships,
serving as a trusted, innovative foundational literacy partner.
About Littera
Littera customizes high-impact tutoring
for K-12 schools and districts by supporting any student, subject,
schedule, or staffing model. With our virtual tutors, curriculum
integrations, and the Littera Tutoring Management System, schools
can reach every learner with individualized support. For
information, visit www.litteraeducation.com.
CONTACT: Jacky Poulos,
jacky@litteraeducation.com
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