Washington DC – Really Great Reading®, the leader in foundational reading instruction, and OxEd & Assessment (OxEd), an Oxford University spin-out recognized for its best-in-class solutions for assessing and improving oral language, announced a strategic partnership to address critical oral language development needs in U.S. school districts.
The partnership will bring OxEd’s evidence-based oral language assessment, whole-class instruction, and remedial programs to the US, providing school districts with tools to improve their oral language protocols and ultimately improve reading comprehension and other aspects of educational achievement.
“Many school districts need a spoken language solution. We searched the world over for the right partner and OxEd was the clear choice,” she said. Scott DeSimone, CEO of Really Great Reading®. “We are very proud to work with them. Really Great Reading is committed to helping schools improve their oral language protocols, a critical skill that improves a wide range of academic achievements, including reading comprehension.”
“Enriching oral language teaching favors the general academic performance of all children, improving their reading comprehension and their general academic and social development,” he said. Dr. Charles Hulme, CEO and Founder of OxEd & Assessment. “Our intervention program, NELI Intervention, part of the TEL Ted Oral Language Toolkit, is the best-documented language intervention globally and has been shown to help children make up to seven additional months of progress in their language skills. We are proud to partner with Really Great Reading to bring these programs to school districts across the US.”
Developmental language disorders (DLD) occur as frequently as dyslexia and impact communication and academic performance. Many students with ADHD and dyslexia also struggle with DLD. By proactively identifying and remediating oral language deficits, OxEd helps unlock students’ full potential. Early identification and intervention are crucial, as oral language skill is the foundation of all education, making OxEd’s assessment tools and remediation strategies vital to educational programs.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated oral language delays in many students, particularly those aged 4-12, who did not receive critical enrichment during their formative years. While there is a focus on remediating pandemic-related skill deficits, oral language skills often receive less attention. OxEd is bridging this gap by offering solutions to assess and teach these critical skills, helping students overcome COVID-related setbacks. Dr Hulme added: “By addressing these delays promptly, we can ensure comprehensive academic success and prepare students for future challenges.”
About Really Great Reading®
Really Great Reading, a pioneer in literacy instruction, leverages 18 years of experience in the science of reading to create practical tools for educators and students of all ability levels. To learn more, visit (www.reallygreatreading.com).
TOAbout OxEd and assessment (OxEd)
OxEd is a spin-out company from the University of Oxford that was created to put decades of research into children's early language and reading development into practice in schools. OxEd develops educational assessment apps, whole-class teaching solutions and interventions that have been shown to improve children's educational outcomes. For more information, visit www.oxedandassessment.com.
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