Too many students have significant reading comprehension problems. When working with a struggling reader, you need an evidence-based plan.
But, before you can plan, you need to know what you’re looking for, and why. In this short video-blog, we outline the key mental models we apply when assessing students with reading difficulties.
We hope you find it useful!
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