Teacher Training Guide - Lexia Learning

Welcome to the Lexia classroom.What is Lexia Reading?Lexia Reading® is a technology-based system of differentiated practice, embedded assessmentand targeted instruction, designed as an essential component of every reading curriculum. Thisscalable, research-proven approach provides educators norm-referenced measures that predictperformance and prescribe instructional intensity to improve reading achievement.Lexia Reading Recommended UsageStudents of all abilities can benefit from using Lexia Reading on a consistent basis. LexiaReading can be used in a variety of ways: in the classroom during center activities, in thecomputer lab, in before/after school programs, and even at home.Implementing Lexia Reading successfully in your school or program can be done by followingthe best practices developed from Lexia’s multiple, rigorous outcome studies. Lexia Readingis most effective when:• The intensity of use matches the needs of the students.• Teachers regularly monitor student progress and analyze data.• Teachers plan for instruction based on need, and then reflect on student outcomes.5%FEW15%sometierTHREEAccelerate reading acquisition by providing extended practice todevelop foundational reading strategies80%allLexia’s Three-TierModel of Supportor InstructiontierTWOtierONEPrevent reading failure by strengthening reading skills for studentswho need additional practice in essential reading skillsSupport on-level and advanced students through acceleratedindependent practiceLexia Reading aligns with the Three-Tier Response to Intervention (RTI) Model2 www.lexialearning.com