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Leveraging Your Local Library’s Literacy Resources

Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Meg Mechelke
Make the most of your public library’s free resources to help support literacy learning in children and teens.
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The Importance of Evidence-Based Instruction With Dr. Timothy Shanahan

Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Meg Mechelke
Literacy expert talks evidence-based instruction, the science of reading movement, and advice for current educators.
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Using Assistive Technology to Address Students’ Individualized Education Program Accommodations

Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Kate Will, MA
Assistive technology can meet specific literacy learning needs for children and teens struggling with reading or writing.
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Listen Up: Five Stellar Science of Reading Podcasts Worth Trying

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Sean Thompson
These podcasts offer an entertaining and engaging way to learn more about the science of reading.
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Loving the Science of Reading With Melissa and Lori

Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Meg Mechelke
Podcasters and educators Melissa Loftus and Lori Sappington talk science of reading, their favorite podcast moments, and more.
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Scope and Sequence: What Is It, and How Do Educators Use It to Guide Instruction?

Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Meg Mechelke
Learn how to gain an understanding of whether a literacy program provides systematic and thorough instruction for all students.
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Putting the Science of Reading Into Policy With Dr. Kymyona Burk

Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Meg Mechelke
Thoughts on the science of reading, literacy laws, and the importance of foundational reading skills.
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Embracing Translanguaging in the Classroom with Bilingual Texts

Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Maya Wald
Using more than one language supports English learners and helps create an equitable environment.
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What Is the Science of Reading?

Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Nina A. Lorimor-Easley, MS, MEd
Find out why it’s important to have a common understanding of such a widely used term and take a closer look at the type of science in the science of reading.
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Drama in the Classroom: Reader’s Theatre as Fluency Practice

Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Meg Mechelke
Read tips on how to implement reader’s theatre in the classroom and download free reader’s theatre scripts.
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Celebrating Students’ Identities and Experiences With Culturally Relevant Texts

Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Kate Will, MA
Selecting stories that reflect students’ interests and backgrounds can be a useful tool for increasing classroom participation and engagement.
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The Intersection of Dyslexia, Struggles With Reading, and Mental Health

Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Sam McVancel, Ph.D
Learn more about the mental health impacts and strategies to help children with dyslexia.
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