Science of Reading: The Podcast
Science of Reading: The Podcast delivers the latest insights from researchers and practitioners in early reading. Each episode takes a conversational approach and explores a timely topic related to the Science of Reading.
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Season 5 episodes
In each episode, host Susan Lambert, Chief Academic Officer, Elementary Humanities at Amplify Education, explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. As a former classroom teacher, administrator, and curriculum developer, Susan has a special interest in turning theory into best practices applicable immediately in the classroom, as well as in showcasing national models of excellence in this realm. Listen and subscribe here!
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We can change this copy. In each episode, host Susan Lambert, Chief Academic Officer, Elementary Humanities at Amplify Education, explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. As a former classroom teacher, administrator, and curriculum developer, Susan has a special interest in turning theory into best practices applicable immediately in the classroom, as well as in showcasing national models of excellence in this realm. Listen and subscribe here!
Season summary: Tune into our latest season of Science of Reading: The Podcast to hear from thought leaders and researchers in the field, including Lacey Robinson, Dr. Lillian Durán, Dr. Jan Hasbrouck, Dr. Doris Baker, and Brittney Bills. You’ll learn about what it means to have access to equitable education. You’ll hear about the importance of dual-language assessment, making sure you’re using the best assessment for your students, and the value of progress monitoring. Plus you will gain an understanding of what Multi-Tiered Systems of System is and how it centers on prevention rather than intervention. Keep checking back for more episodes being added bi-weekly through June!
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Season 5, Episode 05. Implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support with Dr. Brittney Bills
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Season 5, Episode 04. What bilingualism can teach us with Dr. Doris Baker
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Season 5, Episode 03. The right assessment and the right data with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck
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Season 5, Episode 02. Biliteracy and assessment with Dr. Lillian Durán
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Season 5, Episode 01. The right to read: Lacey Robinson
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Season summary: Listen to Season 4 of Science of Reading: The Podcast for your chance to get insights from literacy experts including Dr. Tracy Weeden, Sue Pimental, Dr. Julie Washington, Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, and more! Tune into discussions around the pandemic’s effects on literacy achievement and strategies on how to make up for lost foundational skills while skill progressing forward on grade level. Learn about why learning to read in print is still pertinent despite the digital world we live in. Plus you’ll hear about challenges and opportunities educators face when teaching bilingual students how to read. Additional topics include dyslexia and developmental trajectories, universal screening, motivating middle schoolers, and hearing directly from our Science of Reading Award winners.
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Season 4, Episode 16. Celebrating changemakers: Science of Reading Star Award winners
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Season 4, Episode 15. How to motivate middle schoolers: Kamilah Simpson
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Season 4, Episode 14. What it takes to be a literacy education changemaker: Kareem Weaver
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Season summary: Tune in to Season 3 of Science of Reading: The Podcast to hear from leading experts in the field such as Dr. Jane Oakhill, Alice Wiggins, Dr. Louisa Moats, Natalie Wexler, Dr. Susan Neuman and others! Explore Scarborough’s Reading Rope and each of the strands it’s composed of, including word recognition, decoding, sight recognition, language structures, background knowledge, language comprehension, and vocabulary. You’ll increase your knowledge of the Science of Reading and learn how you can make the shift to it in your classroom or entire district.
Season summary: Tune in to Season 2 of Science of Reading: The Podcast to hear from educational thought leaders such as Dr. LaTonya Goffney, Afrika Feni Mills, Dr. Sonia Cabell, Dr. Tim Shanahan, Dr. Danielle Damico and more! Hear real-world stories on adopting a new early literacy curriculum, including challenges and successes, as well as how schools benefited from analyzing the student data they retrieved. You’ll have the chance to hear about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and the impact windows and mirrors have on students’ classroom experiences. Presenters will discuss the evolution of reading and the history of the Science of Reading. And you’ll learn how the pandemic is impacting at-risk students and those in need of intervention.
Season summary: Check out the inaugural season of Science of Reading: The Podcast to hear from literacy experts on their research and insights in the field. Our guests will discuss dyslexia development, the importance of reading comprehension and the challenges that come with it, as well as the research behind how students learn to read. Don’t miss out on learning about the growing role of technology in the classroom and the importance of dual language instruction. These Season 1 presenters will inspire you and change how you think about literacy.
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Season 1, Episode 00. About Science of Reading: The Podcast
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Season 1, Episode 01. A conversation with Natalie Wexler
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Season 1, Episode 02. A conversation with Robert Pondiscio
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Season 1, Episode 03. A conversation with Emily Hanford
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Season 1, Episode 04. A conversation with Tim Rasinski
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Season 1, Episode 05. A conversation with Lois Letchford
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Season 1, Episode 06. A conversation with Emily Lutrick
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Season 1, Episode 07. A conversation with Anne Lucas
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Season 1, Episode 08. A conversation with Tim Shanahan
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Season 1, Episode 09. A conversation with Dr. Carolyn Strom
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Season 1, Episode 10. A conversation with Dr. Nancy Nelson
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Season 1, Episode 11. A conversation with Jasmine Lane
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Season 1, Episode 12. A conversation with Dr. Bruce McCandliss
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Season 1, Episode 13. A conversation about remote learning
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Season 1, Episode 14. Special Edition: A conversation with David Steiner
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Season 1, Episode 15. Special Edition: A conversation with Ernesto Ortiz
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Season 1, Episode 16. A conversation with Jared Myracle
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Season 1, Episode 17. A conversation with Freddy Hiebert
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Season 1, Episode 18. A conversation with Larry Berger
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Season 1, Episode 19. A conversation with Laurence Holt
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Season 1, Episode 20. About Science of Reading: The PodcastA conversation with David & Meredeth Liben
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Season 1, Episode 21. A conversation with Jaquey Barber
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Season 1, Episode 22. A conversation with Mary Clayman
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Season 1, Episode 23. A conversation with Elizabeth Salinas
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Season 1, Episode 24. A conversation with Shawn Joseph
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Season 1, Episode 25. A conversation with Doug Lemov
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Season 1, Episode 26. A conversation with Daniel Willingham
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Season 1, Episode 27. A conversation with Catherine Barnes
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Season 1, Episode 28. A look back at Season One
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We can change this copy. In each episode, host Susan Lambert, Chief Academic Officer, Elementary Humanities at Amplify Education, explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. As a former classroom teacher, administrator, and curriculum developer, Susan has a special interest in turning theory into best practices applicable immediately in the classroom, as well as in showcasing national models of excellence in this realm. Listen and subscribe here!
