Resolution 2024: Think Like a Scientist
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSS2023 was a great year here at TLP. I am looking forward to an even better 2024. To kick things off I’ve prepared a special episode where I discuss my New Year’s resolution–thinking like a scientist. In this episode I...
E46 | What was Hot in 2023? With Dr. Evan Ortlieb
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSDr. Evan Ortlieb joins us to discuss the 2023 edition of the What’s Hot in Literacy survey. This survey was started by Dr. Jack Cassidy in 1997 and is now conducted by Dr. Ortlieb and Dr. Stephanie Grote-Garcia. In this...
E45 | Explicit Instruction with Dr. Dana Robertson
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSDr. Dana Robertson joins us to discuss his chapter “Explicit Instruction” in the book “Principles of Effective Literacy Instruction.” We discuss his evolution of thought around explicit instruction, how to balance engagement and being explicit, and discuss the how explicit...
E44|Read Alouds for All with Dr. Molly Ness
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSDr. Molly Ness joins us to discuss her recent book ‘Read Alouds for All Learners: A Comprehensive Plan for Every Subject, Every Day, Grades PreK–8.’ In this episode we discuss the benefits, common misconceptions, steps for conducting a read aloud...
E43|Accelerating Literacy Learning with Dr. Margaret Vaughn and Dr. Seth Parsons
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSDr. Margaret Vaughn and Dr. Seth Parsons join us to discuss their recent book “Accelerating Learning Recovery for All Students: Core Principles for Getting Literacy Growth Back on Track.” We discuss a range of topics including schoolwide action teams, MTSS,...
State of the Podcast 2023 | Welcome Back to School
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSWelcome to a new school year! I hope your summer was fantastic. In this episode I share what I’ve been up to, a bit of history about the podcast, and where the show is going. Be sure to check it...
E42 | From Simplicity to Complexity: The Direct and Indirect Effects Model of Reading With Dr. Young-Suk Grace Kim
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSDr. Young-Suk Grace Kim joins us on this episode to discuss the Direct and Indirect Effects Model of Reading (DIER). DIER builds on and adds to other models of reading (i.e., SVR or Scarborough’s Rope). It encompasses a wide range...
E41 | Alphabet Instruction with Dr. Shayne Piasta
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSIn this episode of TLP, I am thrilled to have Dr. Shayne Piasta on the show. Dr. Piasta is a listener-favorite from Episode 37 and is joining us to discuss alphabet instruction. Our conversation comes from an excellent chapter she...
E40 | Comprehension Instruction Recommendations from the New IES Practice Guide with Drs. Deborah Reed, Jade Wexler, Kimberly St. Martin, and Joe Dimino
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSWelcome to the show! In March 2022, the IES released a practice guide for teachers entitled “Providing Reading Interventions for Students in Grades 4-9” In this episode, I interview four of the panelists who wrote this guide–Dr. Deborah Reed, Dr....
E39 | Early Writing Standards in the Common Core Era with Dr. Laura Tortorelli
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Spotify | RSSThanks for a great 2022! Looking forward to TLP in 2023! In this episode, I talk about alignment between preschool writing standards and early elementary writing standards in state that adopted the Common Core. My guest is Laura Tortorelli who...