news
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.
Introducing the Structured Literacy eLearning Module
Monday, September 11, 2023
The IRRC's new eLearning module provides an overview of the cornerstone elements of structured literacy instruction with video examples recorded in active classrooms.
New IRRC Resource Provides Guidance on Responding to FastBridge Data
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
The Instructional Recommendations Tool: Responding to FastBridge Data and the associated eLearning module offer guidance to educators interpreting student screening scores.
Making the Change: One District’s Science of Reading Journey
Monday, July 17, 2023
Learn how Spencer Community School District's universal pivot to science-of-reading-aligned literacy instruction began, what the implementation process looked like, and how the shift has impacted educators, students, caregivers, and administrators.
All You Need Is a Book: Our Favorite Children’s Literature
Friday, March 31, 2023
Children's book recommendations from IRRC staff.
Inaugural Group of Educators Earns Dyslexia Specialist Endorsement
Friday, February 17, 2023
Educators Lisa Hawker and Courtney Bentley were members of Iowa's first Dyslexia Specialist Endorsement cohort. Through this program, they gained valuable knowledge in working with students with dyslexia and developed a network of likeminded educators that continues to provide support and resources.
Pagination