Why the ‘Science of Reading’ Needs the ‘The Science of Teaching’—A Conversation Between 2 Literacy Leaders

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But is this movement enough to develop more effective literacy instruction? Join us as our guests discuss why it may not be, unless teaching practices themselves receive more attention.

The “what” or content of reading instruction is often characterized with reference to the “five pillars” or “five components” that were each addressed by The National Reading Panel Report of 2000. Most state standards and policy guidelines name these essential components of instruction: phoneme awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Often added to the list are oral language, spelling, and writing. The content-related issue now being debated concerns the interrelationships of these components, their relative emphasis—for whom and at what point in reading development—and what level of content mastery to expect. We know the impact of curriculum content is diluted without systematic, explicit, cumulative teaching of the lessons.

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How policy and practice guidelines about the science of reading often mention the importance of “systematic, explicit” instruction. Yet, the “how” of teaching seems to be getting short shrift in comparison to the emphasis on the “what.”
Why the right reading content must be married to best teaching practices of the “direct instruction” variety
The importance of structured language teaching, especially for students who are struggling, with an emphasis on language
Why developing expertise in lesson delivery and evaluation is a long-term but very rewarding undertaking which will transform the “science of reading” into “success for all”

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Why the ‘Science of Reading’ Needs the ‘The Science of Teaching’—A Conversation Between 2 Literacy Leaders

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But is this movement enough to develop more effective literacy instruction? Join us as our guests discuss why it may not be, unless teaching practices themselves receive more attention.

Our experts will discuss:

How policy and practice guidelines about the science of reading often mention the importance of “systematic, explicit” instruction. Yet, the “how” of teaching seems to be getting short shrift in comparison to the emphasis on the “what.”
Why the right reading content must be married to best teaching practices of the “direct instruction” variety
The importance of structured language teaching, especially for students who are struggling, with an emphasis on language
Why developing expertise in lesson delivery and evaluation is a long-term but very rewarding undertaking which will transform the “science of reading” into “success for all”

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#Voyager Sopris Learning #Literacy #Reading Intervention #Professional Development #Literacy Intervention #Dyslexia #Podcasting Education #Assessment #Elle

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Not Just Behind—Stuck: Helping Students Cross the Bridge to Skilled Reading 34:24

14 days ago34:24

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Supporting older, novice readers requires more than just phonics or comprehension strategies—it demands a multicomponent intervention approach. Students need structured instruction in vocabulary, syntax, text processing, and writing when working with complex texts. But for this to be effective, intervention must be intentional, well-planned, and fully supported. During this episode, Dr. Mitchell Brookins, a nationally recognized literacy practitioner, shares insights from a middle school in New Orleans, where a multicomponent intervention transformed how students engaged with rigorous texts. He breaks down why successful intervention isn’t just about what happens in the classroom—it also requires: ✅ A Structured Framework —A clear instructional model that ensures students get explicit, systematic instruction in vocabulary, syntax, text processing, and writing. ✅ Intentional Text Selection —Choosing texts that are both rigorous and accessible, ensuring they build students’ literacy skills while maintaining engagement. ✅ A Strong Coaching System —Teachers need consistent guidance and professional learning to sustain and refine their instructional practices—intervention is too vital for teachers to navigate alone. If you’re working with older struggling readers, this episode will challenge conventional approaches to intervention and equip you with the tools to help students succeed with complex texts—no matter their starting point.…

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Teacher, Parent, and Author Lindsay Kemeny’s Journey to Science-Based Reading Instruction 42:38

5 weeks ago42:38

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Join us as we talk with Lindsay Kemeny, a parent, elementary school teacher, and author of, 7 Mighty Moves . In this inspiring and eye-opening discussion, Kemeny shares her journey into science-based reading after her son was diagnosed with dyslexia and depression. Kemeny will discuss the key changes she made in her classroom after taking a deep dive into effective literacy instruction. As this conversation explores the intricacies of effective reading instruction supported by comprehensive research, Kemeny shares evidence-based “moves” that will give you a road map to elevate your teaching practices. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, this conversation will help you build confidence in your reading instruction. We’ll explore: Research-backed methodologies for effective reading instruction Practical, evidence-based teaching moves Ways to develop confidence in reading instruction…

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Realizing the Promise of Reading Science by Staying the Course: A Conversation Between Dr. Reid Lyon and Dr. Louisa Moats 1:04:30

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Join us for an enlightening episode of EDVIEW360 Realizing the Promise of Reading Science by Staying the Course , where we bring together two pivotal figures in literacy education, Dr. Reid Lyon and Dr. Louisa Moats. These nationally recognized literacy experts share their invaluable insights about teaching children to read, addressing the intricate balance between what we know and what we practice. They’ll offer their views on progress in the field, and what else needs to happen to ensure widespread implementation of informed teaching that will lead to lasting gains for all students. During this compelling conversation, Dr. Lyon and Dr. Moats reflect on the progress made in understanding the science of reading, the barriers that still exist in translating replicated scientific findings into practice, and the solutions required to overcome these barriers. They delve into the complexities of decision-making in education, emphasizing the need for informed, evidence-based practices. Despite significant advancements, they acknowledge the ongoing gap in teacher knowledge and training, calling for a clinical model that fosters mentorship, collaboration, and feedback based on the development and implementation of a common professional language. Listeners will gain an understanding of Dr. Lyon's “10 Maxims” of practice derived from research as well as the basis for Dr. Moats's “speech to print” approach to instruction. The discussion will also highlight successful programs and initiatives that are paving the way for a brighter future in literacy education. This episode is a must-listen for educators, administrators, and anyone passionate about closing the gap between literacy research and practice. Tune in to be inspired and equipped with actionable strategies to advance literacy and give every child the confidence and right to read.…

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Breaking Barriers: Advancing Literacy Through Equity and Action 45:23

14 weeks ago45:23

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Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation with DeJunne’ Clark Jackson, president of The Center for Literacy & Learning and a renowned literacy advocate. Clark Jackson will share strategies to break down barriers in delivering accessible instruction and interventions to students. She will delve into the complexities of dyslexia and other challenges that can impact a student’s journey in learning to read. Clark Jackson will inspire listeners to recognize and address biases within and beyond the classroom, fostering better outcomes for both educators and students. In this session, she connects the science of reading to dyslexia, explains the foundations of equitable instruction, and offers evidence-based strategies that can be implemented immediately to help every child overcome reading challenges and thrive. This conversation is a must for administrators and classroom teachers looking to make a difference. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from Clark Jackson as she shares: Cooperative strategies and accessible instruction for all The importance of the science of reading as the bedrock for dyslexia support Evidence-based practices that engage students and families…

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Writing to Reading: Evidence for How Writing Can Improve Reading 34:29

19 weeks ago34:29

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For decades, researchers have emphasized the strong connection between reading and writing, both in theory and practice. Multiple studies demonstrate that writing improves comprehension. What has been less clear is what particular writing practices research supports as being effective at improving students’ reading. Our guest, respected researcher and author Dr. Steve Graham, will discuss the research he conducted (Graham and Hebert, 2010) that illustrates how writing, and the way it’s taught, improves students’ reading comprehension, and the strategies educators should apply to ensure literacy success. Join us for this lively conversation where you’ll learn from a true trailblazer when it comes to writing and how it impacts learning to read. Attendees will learn: How infrequent writing and lack of explicit writing instruction can negatively impact learning to read Why teachers of reading need to emphasize writing in the classroom in the earliest grades and across content areas Why writing is a critical skill, important in its own right; consistent writing time and instruction improves reading comprehension Why more classroom time is necessary for writing…

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Writing as an Integral Part of the Science of Reading 28:17

24 weeks ago28:17

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Writing is the most challenging literacy skill to teach and to learn. Teachers who understand the connection of the science of reading and the reciprocal impact of reading and writing are ready to meet the challenge of teaching this complex skill. Join us for this fascinating discussion about the symbiotic relationship between learning to read and writing. Our expert, a career educator and writing expert, will share how both reading and writing require systematic, explicit instruction that can and should be an integrated part of daily student life. All students can benefit from strategic reading and writing strategies that focus on the foundational writing skills from basic to complex sentence writing, an understanding of text structure, paragraph, multiparagraph, and essay writing. Let our expert tell you how! Our expert will share: The connection of writing to the science of reading, based on the Reading Rope How the research (by Graham & Herbert, 2011) illustrates how reading and writing support one another and how writing about reading leads to improvements in a student's reading ability Why systematic and explicit instruction is critical to build skilled writers How writing instruction supports all populations of students—general education, those with IEPs, English learners, gifted and talented, and emergent young scholars…

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The Major Phonics Dimensions and Details of Instructional Content 38:37

28 weeks ago38:37

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Join us for this fascinating and informative conversation with Dr. Patricia Vadasy, researcher and literacy expert, as we explore phonics instruction, and the research behind it. We will consider the critical nature of alphabet knowledge in teaching young learners how to read and spell words. Throughout her career, Dr. Vadasy has worked to develop effective approaches to early phonics instruction. More recently, she published her research about instructional details that enhance phonics instruction, and effective approaches and details of preschool alphabet instruction. Her school-based intervention research has been funded since 1998 with grants from the U. S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences. For classroom teachers and administrators who are determined to give early learners the best possible foundation to become successful readers, this conversation will give you the facts behind phonics instruction, the strategies, and impetus to move forward knowing your instruction is the best it can be. Dr. Vadasy will review and discuss: The National Reading Panel findings about effective features of phonics instruction, including explicit, systematic, and synthetic phonics instruction How the research informs effective phonics instruction, including applying taught letter-sound correspondences and application to beginning decoding Individual differences in learning these skills and where students struggle The benefits of practice in reading words in isolation and in sentence and story contexts Providing student support in the classroom and in supplemental instruction…

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Understanding and Recognizing Dyslexia: Leveling the Playing Field With Intervention 42:43

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Dyslexia represents the most common and prevalent of all known learning disabilities and impacts approximately one in five individuals (National Institute of Health). A teacher who understands dyslexia can be the one person who saves a child from years of frustration and anxiety. In this engaging and informative podcast, literacy expert Barbara Steinberg will translate research into practice, providing teachers with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to help students with dyslexia become confident and capable readers. Our conversation will cover: Myths and misconceptions about dyslexia Characteristics of dyslexia The power of early intervention Characteristics of effective intervention Accommodations that level the playing field…

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Understanding the Implementation of the Science of Reading: Preschool Through Doctoral Level 46:44

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Join this lively discussion with Dr. Amy Murdoch, founding director of the Mount St. Joseph Center for Reading Science, as we explore the need for the application of the science of reading with our youngest learners. Dr. Murdoch will share why and how educators should apply the principles of the science of reading in preschool and into kindergarten, and the critical nature of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) in every grade and at every stage of learning. Dr. Murdoch’s commitment to helping pre-service educators move to the science of reading has been constant and admirable. Her work includes an open-source preschool curriculum and application of a grant to support preK–3 reading outcomes. Listen as we talk to the inspirational Dr. Murdoch about her work with young readers, future teachers of reading, and her experiences co-teaching a graduate course with Dr. Anita Archer. We’ll discuss: Examples of how MTSS can be implemented in preK–3 classrooms The application of the science of reading in preschool Building a SoR graduate and doctoral program that attracts students from across the country…

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Research-Aligned Decisions About Implementing Reading Interventions 41:53

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The large body of empirical research known as the science of reading can be leveraged to create effective intervention systems within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS.) Join us for this informative, inspiring conversation with Dr. Stephanie Stollar, as she offers guidance about evaluating, selecting, and implementing intervention programs. As the new school year kicks off, you’ll find this conversation to be incredibly timely and helpful! Our discussion will include how to select reading interventions aligned with research and with students' needs. Key aspects of intervention implementation will be shared, including schedule, educator knowledge, and coaching. Finally, Dr. Stollar will share ways to use adult implementation data and student outcome data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Listeners will learn: How to select reading interventions aligned to research and matched to student needs How to implement reading interventions for maximum results How to evaluate the effectiveness of reading interventions What to look for in an effective intervention program When intervention is needed and for how long Featured Download Guidance for Selecting, Implementing, and Evaluating Reading Interventions…

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Using Data and Evidence-Based Practices to Plan Effective Instruction and Intervention 26:18

44 weeks ago26:18

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Are you interested in learning how you can create a system that supports reading instruction and intervention in your school or district to ensure every student has the best chance at literacy success? This discussion is for you! This enlightening discussion will focus on the successful Reading by Grade 3 initiative in the Bethlehem Area School District and the strategies and methods behind the district’s approach to instruction and intervention. Our guest, an expert in literacy education who’s been instrumental in shifting the district’s approach to reading instruction and intervention, will share how educators used assessment data to ensure every student is successfully learning to read and write and overcome challenges—regardless of cause. Our expert will share: The importance of having systems and structures in place The importance of teacher and administrator knowledge about using data The route to getting the best, most useful data How to tailor instruction and intervention once the data is in your hands When and how to implement intervention What to do when intervention isn’t working…

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Phonics Routines to Love! What Literacy Coaches (and Educators Alike) Need to Know 23:43

48 weeks ago23:43

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We know students thrive on routine, but how does the concept of routine work in the classroom setting during phonics instruction? Join us as we explore what the ideal classroom environment should look like, sound like, and be like during foundational skills lessons. Picture this: Students eagerly engaged in activities like listening, repeating, decoding, encoding, and applying skills to text. Jessica Farmer of Farmer Loves Phonics will highlight several routines for different aspects of the primary reading block and what literacy coaches, administrators, and others should look for during an observation of these lessons—and how to help classroom teachers integrate these routines. During this episode, you'll discover: What phonics instruction looks like and sounds like in the primary classroom Lesson structure breakdown for whole-group instruction Routines for decoding and encoding practice The benefits of choral response during word blending, dictation, and fluency practice exercises…

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Evidence-Aligned Reading Instruction: Transforming Your School or District 35:21

1 year ago35:21

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School change is hard…but it can be done! Join us as we talk about what it takes to transform a school’s culture of practice to be more aligned with the scientific evidence base on reading, and why it’s worth the effort. Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry of The Reading League will share how a single school or entire district can transition successfully to teaching reading based on science, and how that transition can dramatically improve overall literacy and student outcomes. Join us as we discuss: What it takes to transform a school toward alignment with the scientific evidence base on reading Common obstacles and tips for overcoming them Examples of what is possible from The Reading League’s real-life work with schools…

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What’s Missing from K–2 Reading Instruction? 30:50

1 year ago30:50

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We know from decades of rigorous research how students learn to read and how they should be taught. Nevertheless, many elements of evidence-based reading instruction are missing from K–2 classrooms. Join this fascinating and applicable discussion with one of education’s most respected researchers, Dr. Barbara Foorman, as she shares the research-based facts about what is often missing and how to rectify that in the school or classroom. Dr. Foorman will share a range of helpful curriculum specifics, word-identification strategies, differentiation, and more. Listeners will leave this discussion with new understanding of: What's missing in K–2 reading instruction? How to fill the gaps in K–2 reading instruction with evidence-based practices Ways to differentiate instruction so all students learn to read The importance of (a) privileging word-identification strategies over picture and syntactic cues to ensure accurate word identification, and (b) handwriting fluency Strategies to apply in the classroom by using assessment data to form flexible reading groups and to encourage writing in support of reading…

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Oral Language and Reading Skills 53:51

1 year ago53:51

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In this conversation, Dr. Pamela Snow will discuss oral language in early childhood and across the school years, with a focus on its importance and role in developing, and being developed by, reading skills. She will also discuss the importance of applying public health principles to early reading instruction, to maximize success for all through evidence-based reading instruction and support. Language and literacy are a two-way street that is not always well understood. Oral language abilities promote reading abilities and vice versa, and as research has shown, early reading success loops back to oral language skills. How can educators use this knowledge to help ALL students learn to read? Join this fascinating conversation with Dr. Snow, a respected researcher, author, and professor of cognitive psychology in the School of Education at La Trobe University in Australia. She will share her experience and insight into research findings about why early oral language skills are the essential engine children need to bring to school (and indeed, have strengthened through their school experiences). Dr. Snow will discuss why children need to be exposed to more complex vocabulary and syntactic structures than typical conversation affords, and how teachers of these early learners can help their students master the skills they need to become lifelong readers and communicators. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How decoding and language comprehension need to work together in reading acquisition and ongoing development Ways to incorporate explicit teaching of morphology and etymology in early stages of systematic phonics instruction Why children who do master reading early have a lasting edge on those who do not What teachers of early learners can do every day to help students build both oral and reading skills Importance of the scientific method in informing policy and practice in schools and the importance of avoiding pseudoscientific approaches, no matter how appealing they may seem…

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Future Ready Literacy: How Leaders Can Implement Schoolwide Culture Change 38:36

3 years ago38:36

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It’s no secret: School and district leaders set the tone for the culture within the organization. Although every employee is ultimately responsible for creating an environment where students want to be, school leaders must model the way. How can principals looking to implement change create an innovative, sustainable culture that consistently models future ready learning, relies upon a level of teaching and learning backed by science, and promotes a high level of literacy success for all students? Join us as we talk with our guest, best-selling author Thomas C. Murray , a lifelong educator who is now the director of innovation for Future Ready Schools ®. In his current role, Murray works with districts to create the types of learning experiences today’s modern learners need to thrive. As a previous secondary and elementary principal, he knows the importance of helping every child learn to read proficiently, and how to intervene when children don’t have the literacy skills needed by third to fifth grades. On a daily basis, he works with principals and superintendents on systems change, sustainability, and equity and resolving culture-change obstacles standing in the way of students achieving the level of literacy success that allows each one to truly be future ready. Join us as we talk with our guest and explore: What it means to be future ready for a student, teacher, administrator, and school Leveraging the The Future Ready Framework for sustainable change Why buying a great literacy program or intervention is not enough. If you don’t create a culture where people can learn it, believe it, and use it well, it can’t teach itself How do we make sure every child has the opportunity to learn? It goes well beyond technology The importance of community partnerships and relationships…

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Meaningful Assessment—And Why It Is Critical for Reading Success 25:18

3 years ago25:18

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In this podcast, Dr. Ruth Kaminski, coauthor of Acadience ® Learning K–6 and other respected assessments, will discuss the many aspects of assessment that make it a meaningful and essential tool for preventing reading disabilities and promoting reading success. Join us as we talk with Dr. Kaminski about the reasons educators should rely upon assessment for curriculum alignment, progress monitoring, and classroom planning. We’ll explore: The critical nature of assessment Who should be assessed, when, and how often? How assessment can help teachers align their reading instruction with the science of reading The various features of assessment that make it meaningful for teachers…

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How Explicit Writing Instruction Can Compensate for Gaps in Background Knowledge 30:04

3 years ago30:04

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Writing is potentially the most powerful lever we have for building knowledge and improving reading comprehension. It can uncover gaps in background knowledge that prevent students from accessing grade-level material. And, because writing helps new information stick, it can also boost students’ academic performance. But writing is the most difficult thing we ask students to do. If inexperienced writers are asked to write at length, they can easily become overwhelmed as they juggle everything from spelling to word choice to organizing their thoughts. And if students are asked to write only about personal experience or topics in a separate writing curriculum, writing won’t help them acquire the knowledge they need to succeed in school. Join this informative podcast as we talk with esteemed researcher and author Natalie Wexler. She will share ways to make writing less overwhelming by starting at the sentence level and how to include writing activities in the content of the core curriculum. This is an approach that shouldn’t be limited to English classes. It can have powerful effects in any subject—and at any grade level.…

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Digital Divides, Opportunity Gaps, and Literacy Achievement 34:33

3 years ago34:33

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How can districts ensure all students have the same opportunities to the best education if all facets of learning are not equitable? The Digital Divide is not just about devices and the Internet, but it is also about pedagogy in our classrooms and opportunities for students. In this podcast, we will explore the different types of digital divides that occur in our schools with an award-winning equity expert, and we will also address the impact these divides have on literacy learning. Join us and see what you can learn from our guest as he shares the ways he and his district strive for absolute learning equity.…

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Nurturing Teachers and Students: Creating a Safe Space for Teaching and Learning in Troubling Times 27:55

3 years ago27:55

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Today, more children are arriving at school with significant social and emotional vulnerabilities due to the chronic stress and trauma of the pandemic. Our students have experienced stress and trauma in the past, but this moment is unique because the experience is more universally shared. This period is also exceptional because our teachers have experienced the chronic stress, loss, and uncertainty of the pandemic as well as our students. Teachers are often given the role of superheroes in our society, but we cannot ask teachers to give of themselves what they do not have. While it is urgent we address our students’ social and emotional needs, it is equally urgent that we address the needs of our teachers, if they are going to help students. This podcast will address hands-on activities and strategies for supporting teachers and students with care and connection. Language allows us to identify and express our emotions. Our use of language to assist in our efforts to connect with our students can transform traditional instruction into “trauma-informed” instruction. Language and connection have the power to heal. Connecting with students does not cost money and can create a climate and culture that can change a child’s life.…

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We Know HOW to Teach Children to Read: Let's DO It! 55:48

3 years ago55:48

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Too many students in our classrooms struggle with learning to read. This does not need to occur. Research has shown that approximately 95% of all students can be taught to read at grade level, including those with learning disabilities and dyslexia. How can we meet the needs of every student in today’s classrooms? We'll discuss the characteristics of students who become our struggling readers along with research-supported and classroom-proven approaches to successfully address these students' needs.…

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Getting Reading Right: Why California Overhauled the Way Literacy Is Taught 20:52

3 years ago20:52

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In 2017, students, teachers, and activists filed a class action lawsuit (Ella T. vs. the State of California) arguing state education officials knew there was a crisis of reading and writing in California public schools, but they failed to develop a plan to address it. That lawsuit resulted in a $53 million settlement—money that didn’t go to the plaintiffs but rather to 75 of the lowest-performing schools in the state. Listen in as we talk to Margaret Goldberg, a full-time literacy coach, co-founder of The Right to Read Project, and an integral part of how California has overhauled the way reading is taught. You’ll be inspired as Goldberg shares the state’s new approach, process, exciting outcomes, and her experiences watching literacy rates improve. Goldberg will discuss: The difference between “then” and “now”—and how a new approach to teaching reading based on Structured Literacy and the science of reading altered the trajectory for thousands of students The process used to deepen teachers’ understanding of the research about reading and how they apply that to coaching Righttoreadproject.com and how you can get involved…

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Maximizing Equity & ESSER III Funds: Smart Decision-Making for Districts to Accelerate Learning for ALL Students 39:29

3 years ago39:29

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As districts prepare for the remainder of this school year and the many needs ahead, educators must make crucial decisions for appropriate use of ESSER III funding. However, before purchasing priorities can be planned, there are important questions to ask and new funding parameters to explore that will help all educators make the best decisions to ensure educational equity for every student. Additionally, looking back at last year’s funding decisions can help inform the best use of new funds. Join Lexia® Learning’s Director of State Initiatives, Jon Hummell, and Education Department Relations Manager, Brittany Martin, for an illuminating podcast conversation about strategies and considerations for effectively leveraging relief funding. In this podcast, our funding experts will discuss: Determining whether district purchases with previous funds were effective or not Lessons learned about the investments districts made so far What do these purchasing decisions mean going forward? What are some of the best ways to use ESSER III funds? How can spending decisions improve and advance a district toward equity? And much more!…

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How Handwriting Supports the Science of Reading 39:01

3 years ago39:01

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After taking a backseat in the education world for many years, handwriting is back. While assistive technology can help students with writing problems, it does not remove the importance of teaching explicit handwriting. Handwriting reinforces reading and spelling skills, and is linked to reading and spelling achievement. In this insightful podcast, you will learn how handwriting supports the science of reading and strategies educators can use immediately in the classroom to build handwriting into their daily lessons. In this podcast, listeners will learn: The connection between handwriting, reading, and writing The evidence around two “great debates” Printing or cursive? Handwriting or keyboarding? Key recommendations for handwriting instruction…

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What Assessment Data Tells Us About the Equity Gap 35:54

3 years ago35:54

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The Equity Gap, or differentials in race, ethnicity, income, language, and background, has become even more prominent during the pandemic. Minority students from low-income communities were among those most affected by the lockdown and the move to remote learning—where they faced social and economic stress in their families and communities. In this important podcast, assessment expert Dr. Roland Good explores the Equity Gap and how it affects assessment data. You will also learn about reporting tools educators can use to discover skill gaps and provide students with the support they need. In this podcast, Dr. Good will discuss: How assessment data shows the skills most affected by gaps in equity How the pandemic affected the Equity Gap Reporting tools that can help educators disseminate student data How to use assessment data to provide differentiation, prepare for state testing, and close skill gaps Next steps to closing the Equity Gap Please join us for this informative and engaging discussion with EDVIEW360 Podcast Host and Education Leader Pam Austin.…

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Enid Public Schools: Transforming Teacher Knowledge Through Literacy Professional Learning 23:55

4 years ago23:55

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For our podcast, we talk with Kristen Jones, LETRS Literacy Champion and Curriculum Director at Enid Public Schools in Enid, Oklahoma. This inspiring educator will share how Enid Public Schools used literacy professional learning to transform teacher knowledge and raise student achievement. Jones will discuss steps taken by Enid Public Schools as they implemented LETRS professional learning district-wide. She’ll also address how the training increased teacher knowledge of the science of reading and transformed the school district and community, leading to the school district becoming one of the winners of the first Dr. Louisa Moats Award for Excellence Implementing the Science of Reading . Jones will also address: Why her district chose a program aligned with the science of reading How the district encouraged teacher buy-in Challenges faced in a district-wide implementation Tips for administrators to roll out a new literacy professional learning program “Enid Public Schools has strong leaders who ‘owned’ the challenge and are fully committed to the idea that almost all kids can learn to read. It has talented teachers who have dug into substantive learning about reading science, and who are working diligently to refine their teaching skills. I would like to express my sincere admiration for these educators and congratulate them on making a significant, transformational contribution toward the improvement of student literacy in their district.” –Dr. Louisa Moats, LETRS author…

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The Science of Reading: A Defining Movement 50:17

4 years ago50:17

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The future depends on our children and one way to fully empower them is to recognize that literacy is a fundamental right in society. Join Dr. Maria Murray—founder and president and CEO of The Reading League—for an engaging podcast episode as she explains why the science of reading is now regarded as a defining movement and addresses the need to protect the integrity of its findings so that the promise of successful reading outcomes for our students can be realized. In this podcast, Dr. Murray discusses: Defining the Science of Reading Recognizing literacy as a human right What the Science of Reading is NOT ‘Science’ separates what the Science of Reading is What we have learned; What we still have to learn How to be good citizens for the Science of Reading Creating equity and much more! You don’t want to miss this engaging conversation!…

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Education Funding Series Part 2: Understanding ESSA and Other Funding Options 21:30

4 years ago21:30

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The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is a hot topic. ESSA is intended to ensure that all students receive a high-quality education that prepares them for long-term success, and includes a repeal of the Adequate Yearly Progress report in favor of state accountability. With every state having their own plan for ESSA, it is hard to know how to get started. We’re here to help! In this podcast, you will learn how to find out the accountability requirements of your state, how to obtain funding for your school or district, and much more. Additional topics include: How ESSER funding relates to COVID-Relief bills (CARES ACT, CARES Supplemental ACT, and the American Rescue Plan) The part Title 1 plays in ESSA Ways schools can use funds to address issues brought on by the pandemic Additional funding options Where to go if you have questions…

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Education Funding Series Part 1: The CARES Act 26:30

4 years ago26:30

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During uncertain times—and as schools recover from a year like no other—education funding is more important than ever. The CARES Act, which passed in April 2020, includes $13.2 billion for an Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) fund and $3 billion for a Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund in order to help school districts overcome the unique challenges associated with the pandemic. Join us for the first podcast in our funding series and learn everything a school or district administrator needs to know about the CARES Act. Topics include: How to get much-needed CARES Act funding to your school/school district What funding options are available through the CARES Act The best way to determine school/district needs How states and school districts are spending their CARES Act funds…

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Why ESSA-Rated Solutions Are Needed to Address Equity Gaps 23:12

4 years ago23:12

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Despite the efforts of the American education system to provide an equal education for all students, achievement gaps between disadvantaged and more advantaged students remain—and often lead to negative outcomes. The passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) represents an opportunity for districts to choose intervention solutions that bridge the gap and help all students receive an education that prepares them for future success. In this informative podcast, host Pam Austin will discuss why ESSA-rated solutions are so important in addressing equity gaps and offer strategies for educators to immediately use in the classroom.…

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Boosting Beginning Reading: Strategic Reading Reinforcement 46:31

1 year ago46:31

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Join us for this interesting conversation with our guest Literacy Expert Susan Ebbers who will share the research and strategies surrounding learning to read. Ebbers will illustrate how research supports the entwining of phonology, orthography, morphology, and vocabulary when teaching children to read, and to read more capably and with greater comprehension; and how this type of multidimensional approach is even more effective when integrated within the context of phrases, sentences, passages, and stories. Ebbers will also discuss the role self-efficacy plays in nurturing a motivation to read despite difficulties. She will share ways to help students build skills systematically while also building confidence as well as strategies to: Reinforce basic decoding and “sight word” recognition Reinforce phonics, including polysyllabic decoding, in context Develop vocabulary and basic morphological awareness Engage interest and boost self-efficacy within the context of reading We hope you will join us for this important conversation. Featured Download Integrating Language Components: Examples from Power Readers®…

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Reading Science and Teaching Literacy to English Learners: Conceptual and Practical Implications 58:52

1 year ago58:52

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Join us for this lively and informative discussion between two literacy powerhouses. Dr. Claude Goldenberg, a bilingual literacy expert and author, and Dr. Louisa Moats, author of Speech to Print, Spellography, and creator of LANGUAGE! Live® and LETRS®, as they explore the universals for teaching children to read in any language. What does reading science tell us about how students learn to read in a language other than their own? Is there a science of reading instruction that is applicable across language contexts? Our experts will discuss the relationship between oral and written language learning and the implications of this relationship for teaching students with varied language backgrounds. They will also explore the common debates still being resolved within the EL teaching community and how to ensure the best literacy learning for every child—regardless of their native language. Our guests will discuss: Universal principles and guidelines for teaching children to read and write in any language Some fundamental ideas and practices about teaching ELs that any teacher should know The role of oral language comprehension and use when learning to read and write in a second language Chronic gaps between white, black, and Hispanic students in the U.S., and evidence to support doing more to help students who are not achieving.…

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Dyslexia: Understanding the Science and Evidence-Aligned Instructional Approaches 40:35

2 years ago40:35

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Join this robust discussion about the key features of the Structured Literacy approach proven to work for students with dyslexia. Listeners will learn useful strategies and classroom tips with an emphasis on mastery learning and student outcomes. Our expert will discuss: What is taught in the Structured Literacy approach How the Structured Literacy approach is taught Why Structured Literacy is proven for students with literacy challenges The difference between Structured Literacy and typical literacy practices Strategies and activities for the classroom…

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Dyslexia and the Science of Reading: Educational Changes Worth Fighting For 52:21

2 years ago52:21

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For people who have seen the documentary The Right to Read , you’ve heard of Kareem Weaver because his work is featured in the film produced by LaVar Burton. Weaver is an Oakland-based activist with the NAACP, and as an experienced educator his mission is to create a world where all children can read. Join us for this inspiring conversation as we talk with Weaver about dyslexia, the science of reading, and what American schools need to do to help all students read at grade level. Our discussion will cover why literacy gaps are especially pronounced among certain students, the need for early diagnosis of dyslexia, and what educational changes Weaver continually fights for in his quest to help all students learn to read. Weaver brings unique insight to this discussion from a parent’s perspective because his daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia as an older student, and as an educator who knows literacy is a right every person is entitled to.…

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A Conversation with John Hattie (Visible Learning): Beyond What Works to What Works Best 42:42

2 years ago42:42

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When John Hattie’s original Visible Learning ® book was published in 2008, it instantly became a sensation. Recently, this revolutionary educator returned to his groundbreaking work and published a new edition. The research underlying Hattie’s book is now informed by more than 2,100 meta-analyses (more than double that of the original), drawn from more than 130,000 studies, and has involved more than 400 million students from around the world. If you’ve read the book, you know this is more than just a new edition. This book is a sequel that highlights the major story, taking in the big picture to reflect on the implementation in schools of Visible Learning , how it has been understood—and at times misunderstood—and what future directions research should take. Join us as we talk with Hattie about the need for education to move beyond claiming what works to what works best by asking crucial questions like: Why is the current grammar of schooling so embedded in so many classrooms, and can we improve it? Why is the learning curve for teachers after the first few years so flat? How can we develop teacher mindframes to focus more on learning and listening? How can we incorporate research evidence as part of the discussions within schools? During the podcast, we will discuss these topics: What Hattie means by visible learning Three ways of making learning visible: student voice, student artifacts, test scores, and how the teacher interprets that information, and decides where to go next with a student’s learning The importance of play in early learning The need for intentional alignment of learning and teaching strategies The evidence base and reactions to Visible Learning The Visible Learning model The influence of home, students, teachers, classrooms, schools, learning, and curriculum on achievement The impact of technology If you’re in education either as a researcher, teacher, student, school leader, teacher trainer, or policy maker, this episode is for you!…

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English Learners and the Science of Reading 34:12

2 years ago34:12

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Today’s educators are teaching the most linguistically diverse student population in United States history. To ensure educational equity for English learners, teachers must be skillfully equipped with instructional practices rooted in the science of reading. The “science of reading” refers to a vast body of multi-disciplinary research that provides a rationale for what must be taught to ensure that almost all students can learn to read. However, do all reading science practices apply equally when teaching English learners? Our podcast guests have championed using the science of reading with the English learner as a top priority in everything they do. Drs. Cardenas-Hagan and Fierro will discuss the opportunities and the challenges educators encounter when teaching reading to English learners. They’ll explore: The importance of structured language teaching, for all kids, but especially English learners The need for teachers of English to understand how language works, which allows instructors to better scaffold the instruction for English learners The specifics of that scaffolding of instruction, and tips on what educators can and should do to help English learners achieve reading success Specifics of teaching reading, including assessment and MTSS, through the lens of the English learner Why it’s critical that classroom instruction includes pedagogy and approaches that take into consideration the anthology of bilingualism—a pedagogy that reflects the understanding of how two languages interact. The need to preserve heritage languages and cultures, while providing encouraging biliteracy or multiliteracy skills for all students Resources and guidance available from The U.S. Department of Education's Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA), which provides national leadership to help ensure that English Learners and immigrant students attain English proficiency and achieve academic success.…

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Determining the Right Literacy Intervention: Using Assessment to Guide your Course 27:23

2 years ago27:23

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What happens after a formative literacy assessment? How can educators translate the results into targeted interventions and improved reading outcomes? This applicable and informative presentation from Dr. Susan Smartt, a respected literacy expert, helps educators make sense of what to do after the assessment and how to best use the valuable data gleaned from those assessments to inform intervention—and move all students toward literacy success. To help educators address the challenging literacy needs of their diverse learners, our discussion will cover appropriate approaches to intervention and how to determine what approach is best based on assessment results. Dr. Smartt will explore: Dyslexia and other reading challenges, and best practices for the right intervention at the right time Explicit instruction and Structured Literacy, and the reasoning behind these instructional approaches Designing Tier II and Tier III small-group instruction and monitoring student progress The importance of integrating five essential components of reading during instruction Ways to effectively target the specific "trouble spots" literacy assessments have identified How to take the guesswork out of intervention and transform struggling students into skillful readers…

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Why the ‘Science of Reading’ Needs the ‘The Science of Teaching’—A Conversation Between 2 Literacy Leaders 58:31

2 years ago58:31

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The “science of reading” refers to a vast body of multidisciplinary research providing a rationale for what must be taught to ensure almost all students can learn to read. Our podcast guests have championed this movement and supported organizations such as the International Dyslexia Association®, The Reading League, Decoding Dyslexia, The National Council on Teacher Quality, and The American Federation of Teachers who are advancing awareness of reading science. But is this movement enough to develop more effective literacy instruction? Join us as our guests discuss why it may not be, unless teaching practices themselves receive more attention. The “what” or content of reading instruction is often characterized with reference to the “five pillars” or “five components” that were each addressed by The National Reading Panel Report of 2000. Most state standards and policy guidelines name these essential components of instruction: phoneme awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Often added to the list are oral language, spelling, and writing. The content-related issue now being debated concerns the interrelationships of these components, their relative emphasis—for whom and at what point in reading development—and what level of content mastery to expect. We know the impact of curriculum content is diluted without systematic, explicit, cumulative teaching of the lessons. Our experts will discuss: How policy and practice guidelines about the science of reading often mention the importance of “systematic, explicit” instruction. Yet, the “how” of teaching seems to be getting short shrift in comparison to the emphasis on the “what.” Why the right reading content must be married to best teaching practices of the “direct instruction” variety The importance of structured language teaching, especially for students who are struggling, with an emphasis on language Why developing expertise in lesson delivery and evaluation is a long-term but very rewarding undertaking which will transform the “science of reading” into “success for all”…

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What Does ChatGPT Have To Do With It? Technology and Today’s Math Classroom 29:21

2 years ago29:21

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The public release of ChatGPT by OpenAI late last year has captivated, if not terrified, certain sectors of public education. A simple interactive screen allows users to create a range of “authentic looking” documents. ChatGPT essays are either free or fractional in cost. Some have called ChatGPT the “calculator moment” for writing assignments. Is there a similar, potential effect in math? Should we be welcoming or fearful of this technology? This podcast will explore programs like ChatGPT and what they mean for mathematics instruction. We’ll discuss other current technologies used in math education today, and reflect on potential, near-term improvements and how upgrades like the “intelligence assistant” now being developed by Microsoft using ChatGPT might be used in math classrooms. Dr. Woodward will discuss: How simple uses of technology today can add value to mathematics instruction and how it helps with assessment, instructional decision-making, and accountability How assessment information can be synthesized across a classroom of students to help teachers make critical instructional decisions about grouping How to use technology to assist teachers and save time Key issues of concern for systems like ChatGPT, including that they do not rank or evaluate the quality of the information captured from the web, and ways to confront those issues Ways to use ChatGPT to solve math problems, improve instruction and student engagement, and the program’s limitations and benefits We hope you’ll join us!…

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Improving Literacy Through Storytelling 43:24

2 years ago43:24

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Join this fascinating conversation that surrounds storytelling—an age-old oral tradition—and how it can be used to improve reading and writing in the classroom. Our guest, Antonio Sacre, a professional storyteller, children’s book author, and educator, will discuss the simple technique of storytelling and how teachers and specialists can use it to help unlock the writer in every student and get them excited about reading. Listeners will find this podcast inspiring, captivating, and immediately applicable to classroom instruction. Sacre will discuss the science behind why and how storytelling works to support reading, how to share a good story, and the types of stories that motivate students to want to read and write more. We hope you’ll join us as our internationally renowned expert leaves you with stories to tell, the capability to share stories more effectively, and keys to teaching them to students across the curriculum. You’ll learn: Tips about making read-a-louds come to life and the research that supports storytelling, with a focus on ELLs Five secrets to effective storytelling—and how those secrets help build literacy skills in students How personal storytelling builds empathy and student connection Ways to augment multicultural literacy…

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Uncovering the Logic of English: Reversing the Educational Crisis 39:32

2 years ago39:32

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Reading is the most important skill children need to master to be successful in school and life. However, students increasingly are struggling with this most basic of academic abilities. When children have difficulty reading, they can quickly fall behind their peers. Luckily, there are ways to improve almost any child's reading proficiency with good instruction that’s based on science. This fascinating discussion with renowned author Denise Eide will explore how the English language works , and the importance of spelling in developing better readers. Eide, who was mentored and inspired by literacy giant Robert Sweet (one of the nation's most-powerful champions of phonic-centered reading reform) will share why students need to be taught the building blocks of words: phonograms and spelling rules, and how understanding the reasons for the spellings of words can transform teaching and learning. Eide will share the “rules” she outlines in her book, ways to teach students to analyze the reasons for English spellings, and much more. We hope you’ll join us for this fascinating podcast!…

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Student Engagement, Empowerment, and Literacy Learning: Strategies of Three Award-Winning Teachers 48:50

2 years ago48:50

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It’s critically important to provide all students (MLLs, students with IEPs, high achievers, those with dyslexia and other reading difficulties, etc.) with targeted, effective reading instruction and interventions—this is a well-known fact. However, these students can be tougher to engage, and special teachers, with unique approaches designed to motivate and help every student feel heard, have strategies that bring literacy learning to the forefront while engaging students in ways not always imagined. This lively discussion with three award-winning teachers will open your eyes and inspire every educator to strive for what is possible for every student. Each of our panelists were named Teacher of the Year in their respective states. Our host, John Arthur of Utah, was also honored at the White House as a finalist for National Teacher of the Year. Join us as these three energetic educators share specific strategies and practices they use to help all children overcome challenges, feel seen and heard, and gain new literacy skills that will serve them for a lifetime. Our guests will share tips and ideas useful in any classroom and with any student, with special emphasis on those who struggle as readers and often don’t know how to advocate for themselves. This episode will connect the dots for listeners between engaging literacy instruction/intervention and empowered student voices.…

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The Writing Rope: A Framework for Evidence-Based Writing Instruction 38:49

2 years ago38:49

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Writing is a task as complex and multifaceted as reading—but it’s often taught as a single skill. Our podcast guest is Joan Sedita, the successful author of the popular book, The Writing Rope . Her book and the innovative framework she created weaves multiple skills and strategies into five fundamentals of a comprehensive writing curriculum : critical thinking, syntax (sentences), text structure, writing craft, and transcription (spelling and handwriting). We hope you’ll join this informative discussion as Sedita shares the guidelines that demystify the process of helping students learn to write and write to learn. Our conversation will explore ways educators can plan and deliver comprehensive, explicit, and evidence-based writing instruction, aligned with IDA’s Structured Literacy approach, and based on the latest research. The focus of the book is on grades 4–8, but much of what Sedita will address can be used in earlier grades and high school. She will share: The essential skills all students must learn to become proficient writers How to help students use writing to enhance their learning across different content areas Ways educators can plan effective writing assignments in different content areas…

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Using the Data You Already Have to Help Students with Dyslexia 27:16

3 years ago27:16

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When you examine your teaching approaches and how to best help students with dyslexia, it can be easy to assume special data will be needed to help these students improve their foundational reading skills and move toward grade-level literacy. However, the data you already have from regular assessment practices, like that collected from Acadience® Learning measures, can provide invaluable insight to help you tailor instruction and ensure all students—especially those with dyslexia and other reading challenges—receive the appropriate and timely intervention they need to succeed. Our guest for this EDVIEW360 podcast is Matthew K. Burns, a literacy, assessment, and special education expert who has dedicated his career to improving the lives of the most-vulnerable children, including those with disabilities, from high-poverty backgrounds, and for whom English is not their native language. Dr. Burns will share how schools can help shape K–12 practice and improve literacy using existing data. He will also discuss how educators can: Use data to target reading interventions for students with dyslexia Identify breakdowns in the learning process to better increase reading skills Match reading interventions to student need Improve students’ reading skills through schoolwide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, such as Response to Intervention, and school-based teams, like problem-solving teams and professional learning communities. We hope you’ll join us for this fascinating podcast!…

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The Power of Print: Inspiring Classroom Discussion and Motivation 29:17

3 years ago29:17