2025 Reading Comprehension Institute

Offered Face-to-Face or Virtually

Unlocking the Power of Comprehension: From Literal Understanding to Critical Thinking

Comprehension begins with a literal understanding of what’s being read, but to truly thrive as readers, students must evolve into active, critical consumers of text. The 2025 Reading Comprehension Institute, hosted by the National Literacy Institute, is designed to equip educators with cutting-edge strategies to deepen students' comprehension skills and foster meaningful engagement with texts.

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This institute will feature an interactive and dynamic learning experience, offering both face-to-face and virtual participation options to accommodate all educators' preferences.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will explore:

• Building Foundational Comprehension Skills: Strategies to help students move beyond literal understanding to develop analytical and inferential thinking.

• Facilitating Structured Dialogue: Techniques to assess and encourage deeper levels of comprehension, enabling students to articulate their thoughts and ideas effectively.

• Using Diverse and Authentic Texts: Practical methods for incorporating a variety of books and texts to build knowledge, empathy, and global awareness.

• Creating Real-World Connections: Activities that encourage students to link new information to their own lived experiences for meaningful learning.

• Layering Instructional Approaches: Ways to combine and scaffold teaching methods for sustained engagement and measurable progress in comprehension skills.

• Leveraging Technology for Engagement: Tools and resources, including AI-driven platforms, to enhance comprehension instruction and connect with digital-age learners.

What to Expect

• Engaging Presentations: Gain insights from expert educators sharing evidence-based strategies for teaching reading comprehension effectively.

•  Collaborative Discussions:  Opportunities to connect with peers, share experiences, and build a supportive network of literacy professionals.

• Classroom-Ready Resources: Leave with actionable lesson ideas, activities, and templates that can be implemented immediately.

• Adaptable Strategies: Learn how to tailor comprehension approaches for diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with varying literacy levels.

• Exclusive Materials: Receive year-long access to a suite of materials to reinforce your learning and support your instructional goals.