Differentiation by Design: Supporting All Students in ELA Instruction

ELA classrooms across the country have students with a wide range of needs. Yet too often, support for those differences happens outside of core instruction. Or, after learning challenges have already emerged.  

High-quality ELA instruction can change that. When core instruction is built around grade-level texts, rich discussion, and purposeful design, it drives growth for all learners.

Join us to explore how research-backed curriculum and instructional routines support every student. Learn how differentiation can be built into core ELA lessons from the start—not added later as an intervention. We’ll discuss how teachers can respond in the moment and keep learning moving forward.  

In this session, you’ll learn:  

• What literacy research says about the role of Tier 1 instruction in preventing learning gaps
• How just-in-time scaffolds and consistent instructional routines support joyful, intellectually engaging learning
• How discussion routines, fluency work, and complex texts strengthen language development and comprehension for all students 

This conversation will be led by Great Minds experts Danielle Gaither, Elise Fryson, and Christina Rodriguez, and moderated by Lori Sappington, co-host of the Melissa & Lori Love Literacy® podcast. 

Whether you are reviewing instructional materials or refining your current approach, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how strong core ELA instruction supports all learners. Register to reserve your spot.