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Staff Picks: Book Series
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Our staff members share their favorite book series from childhood.
National Novel Writing Month: Tips for Long-Form Writing
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)! Learn tips for staying motivated during long writing projects.
Four Ways to Celebrate Dyslexia Awareness Month
Monday, October 7, 2024
We provide ideas of ways to be involved in Dyslexia Awareness Month this October.
New Handwriting and Early Reading Tool Available for Teachers and Caregivers on IRRC Website
Monday, July 22, 2024
University of Iowa College of Education faculty and Iowa Reading Research Center staff have created a new online handwriting tool for early readers and writers.
A Tale of Three Districts
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Districts in Iowa are making strides in adopting new English language arts materials and implementing structured literacy practices.
Iowa Department of Education, University of Iowa Announce New Iowa Reading Research Center Director
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Dr. Shawn Datchuk's leadership and expertise will help the IRRC advance its mission of improving children’s reading proficiency in Iowa.
Staff Picks: Book-to-Movie Adaptations
Friday, May 10, 2024
Our staff at the Iowa Reading Research Center has compiled a list of our favorite books that have been adapted into movies, including novels, chapter books, and picture books.
Cacini, Schloss, and Smithgall Recognized for Their Work as IRRC Student Employees
Friday, April 12, 2024
The University of Iowa recognizes students for their work on campus every spring during Student Employee Appreciation Week.
Six More Educators Earn Dyslexia Specialist Endorsement
Monday, February 12, 2024
Take a deeper look into the IRRC-coordinated Dyslexia Specialist Endorsement program and read about the experience of one newly endorsed dyslexia specialist, Barb Shutt.
IRRC Advisory Council: VanZuiden Elected as Chair, Cole and Pruitt Appointed as Members
Monday, January 8, 2024
Learn about the new chair and two new members of the IRRC Advisory Council.
Educators Discover Science of Reading Through Summit and Podcast
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
The Iowa Science of Reading Summit and A Novel Idea podcast connect educators through conversations about effective approaches to reading instruction.
Book Recommendations About and for Children With Dyslexia and Their Caregivers
Monday, October 2, 2023
To celebrate Dyslexia Awareness Month, our assistive technology coordinators have curated a list of books by and about individuals with dyslexia.
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