Data-Based Small Groups to Support Readers with Developing Fluency, Comprehension, and Vocabulary

Oct 9, 2025 - Feb 26, 2026

3-8

$600

Online via Zoom

Dates: 10/9/2025, 1/15/2026, 2/26/2026 Grades: 3-8 Venue: Online via Zoom Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm ET (with a 45 minute break for lunch) Presenter(s): Amanda Hartman

Course Overview:

This course provides teachers with systematic approaches to design and lead data-informed small groups that enhance students' reading development. Participants will learn to triangulate reading data to identify patterns in students' fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development to inform instructional groupings. Teachers will explore practical strategies for managing small group instruction while maintaining high levels of student engagement and independence during reading instruction.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

Create and implement flexible groups based on analysis of multiple data points, demonstrating the ability to identify patterns in student reading development
Design targeted small group lessons that address specific reading needs in fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary instruction
Develop efficient systems for managing small group instruction while maintaining student independence
Create action plans incorporating instructional schedules, lesson plans, and progress monitoring tools
Apply strategies for documenting and supporting continued growth in reading development

Upon completion of the course participants will receive a certificate of participation; and NY State educators are eligible to receive CTLE credits.

If your school or district is interested in arranging for a group of 15 or more to attend one course (or more) together please contact us at advancingliteracy@tc.columbia.edu. For a full listing of all Focused Topic Courses see our Professional Development Services Brochure.

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