Deepening Comprehension during Reading for Special Educators

Special educators learn research-based reading strategies to support learners across a wide range of ability levels.

This workshop equips special educators with research-based reading strategies designed to support learners across a wide range of ability levels. Participants explore strategies that can be integrated into existing reading programs, focusing on before, during, and after reading practices to improve comprehension. The session highlights tools such as “fix up” strategies to promote student independence and strengthen problem-solving when comprehension breaks down. Through interactive activities, educators experience approaches that tap into multiple learning styles, ensuring instruction is both accessible and engaging.

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Core Needs Addressed

  • Struggles with reading comprehension among special education students at varying ability levels.

  • Over-reliance on a single reading program without differentiation or targeted strategies.

  • Limited use of before, during, and after reading techniques to scaffold comprehension.

  • Student dependence on teacher guidance, with insufficient independence in tackling text challenges.

Key Learnings

  1. Integrating Before, During, and After Reading Strategies
    Participants will learn how to scaffold comprehension throughout the reading process to help students engage more deeply with text.

  2. Applying “Fix Up” Strategies for Independence
    Educators will gain practical tools to teach students how to self-monitor and repair their own comprehension when difficulties arise.

  3. Designing Multi-Modal Instruction
    Teachers will practice incorporating multiple learning styles into reading instruction, making lessons more inclusive, engaging, and effective for diverse learners.

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Deepening Comprehension during Reading for Special Educators

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How can we implement research-based reading strategies that lead to measurable gains in comprehension for students with diverse learning needs?

What instructional practices will increase student independence and problem-solving when comprehension breaks down?

How do we build special educator capacity to deliver differentiated, accessible literacy instruction that improves reading outcomes across ability levels?

This workshop helped me better understand the challenges families face and gave me practical strategies to strengthen communication and engagement. I now feel more confident in building supportive partnerships with families to improve student success.

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As a result of this work, educators will strengthen their ability to support diverse learners in reading by implementing research-based strategies that improve comprehension and independence. Teachers will leave with practical before-, during-, and after-reading strategies, “fix-up” techniques, and multi-modal instructional approaches that enhance engagement and help students successfully navigate complex texts.

Workshop Description

This workshop equips special educators with research-based reading strategies designed to support learners across a wide range of ability levels. Participants explore strategies that can be integrated into existing reading programs, focusing on before, during, and after reading practices to improve comprehension. The session highlights tools such as “fix up” strategies to promote student independence and strengthen problem-solving when comprehension breaks down. Through interactive activities, educators experience approaches that tap into multiple learning styles, ensuring instruction is both accessible and engaging.

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Educators will confidently implement research-based reading strategies that support diverse learners by applying before, during, and after reading practices and promoting student independence through targeted comprehension supports. This work supports district priorities by strengthening inclusive instructional practices, ensuring equitable access to literacy, and improving outcomes for all learners.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes your workshops different from traditional professional development or other providers?

Our approach goes beyond one-size-fits-all professional development. We hold ourselves to rigorous standards of quality and delivery in every client interaction, ensuring that each experience is meaningful, relevant, and impactful. We don’t just deliver workshops—we build long-term partnerships with schools and districts, working alongside educators to improve instructional practices and student outcomes over time.

We actively listen to educators’ unique contexts and experiences, using that insight to collaboratively design tailored solutions rather than pre-packaged sessions. Our team asks thoughtful questions, challenges assumptions, and continuously learns so we can help redefine what’s possible in teaching and learning.

Above all, we communicate authentically, foster positive and productive relationships, and bring a deep passion and commitment to education. The result is professional learning that feels purposeful, personalized, and truly transformative.

Who are your workshops designed for?

Our workshops are designed for educators and school leaders, including teachers, instructional coaches, school administrators, and district teams. Each session is tailored to the specific audience to ensure content is relevant, practical, and immediately applicable.

What does a typical workshop look like?

Our workshops are interactive, engaging, and grounded in real classroom practice. Each experience is intentionally designed using the principles of andragogy, sound instructional design, and the core constructs of effective professional development to ensure relevance, coherence, and impact. Participants engage in discussion, reflection, planning, and application activities — not just passive listening. Educators leave with concrete strategies and next steps they can implement right away.

How long are your workshops?

We offer flexible formats, including half-day, full-day, and multi-session series. We can also design ongoing professional learning experiences to support sustained implementation over time.

What delivery methods are available for your workshops?

We offer flexible delivery options to meet the needs of schools and districts, including in-person sessions, live virtual workshops, and asynchronous learning through our applied learning platform. Regardless of format, all experiences are designed to be interactive, engaging, and collaborative, with structures that promote meaningful participation and application of learning.

What kind of follow-up support is available?

We believe professional learning is most effective when it’s sustained. In addition to workshops, we offer instructional coaching, implementation planning, and follow-up sessions to help teams translate learning into practice and drive meaningful results.

Who facilitates the workshops?

Inspired Instruction’s workshops are facilitated by a nationwide team of expert Instructional Strategists.  Our facilitators bring diverse experience as classroom educators, instructional coaches, principals, directors, and superintendents, spanning all content areas. We thoughtfully match your specific needs with a facilitator whose expertise aligns to ensure the learning experience is relevant, practical, and impactful for your staff.

How much does it cost to bring a workshop to my school or district?

We offer a range of pricing options designed to meet the needs of different schools and districts. Our Client Directors work closely with you to understand your goals, scope, and budget, and will partner with you to design a high-quality professional learning experience that fits within your financial framework.

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