Adolescent Literacy Course (2026)

This 3-lesson course lays out a research-based framework for improving adolescent literacy, particularly for middle and high school students who continue to struggle with foundational reading skills. Part 1 introduces evidence-based practices for teaching multisyllabic word reading, including morphological awareness and flexible syllabication strategies. Dr. Chandler explains the role of word recognition in reading comprehension, analyzes how multisyllabic word complexity affects adolescent readers, and justifies the need for word-level instruction with empirical and theoretical evidence. Parts 2 and 3 move from theory into practical routines teachers can implement immediately with an emphasis on what works best for students who need targeted support.