Boost Reading Success with Better Instructional Timing

Use this free worksheet to align instruction with how students actually learn.

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The MTSS Data Academy builds on practices like the Instructional Hierarchy to help schools implement reading strategies with lasting impact. It includes hands-on training, coaching, and year-round support to turn strong plans into real results.

Even the best reading strategies can fall flat if they’re used too soon. When students are pushed to apply skills before mastering them, progress stalls.

That’s where the Instructional Hierarchy comes in.

It breaks learning into four clear stages:

Accuracy → Automaticity → Generalization → Adaptation

Use this free, quick-reference worksheet to help your team:

• Plan lessons that meet students where they are

• Improve MTSS implementation

• Support stronger learning outcomes across tiers

This tool is perfect for lesson planning, coaching, and team meetings.

Complete the form to download the free worksheet.