TRT Podcast #171: The most important things to remember when teaching phonemic awareness Phonemic awareness can feel like an overwhelming topic ... but you'll find the most important things to remember in this 3-minute episode. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript ... Read More
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What does research say about oral language?
TRT Podcast #170: What does research say about oral language? The Big 5 (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) get a lot of attention - but what about oral language? Oral language deserves attention because it is the foundation of both word recognition and language comprehension. In this episode I share a short summary of what research tells us about oral language and reading. Listen ... Read More
Why the science of reading needs the science of learning
TRT Podcast #169: Why the science of reading needs the science of learning The science of reading tells us WHAT to teach - but we also need the science of learning. The science of learning tells us HOW to teach - so that our teaching is more effective and efficient. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript ... Read More
How to differentiate phonics instruction – with Alison Ryan
TRT Podcast #168: How to differentiate phonics instruction - with Alison Ryan Alison Ryan, author of The Phonics Playbook, explains how to differentiate phonics instruction during whole class lessons and/or during small group lessons. I highly recommend her new book, which breaks this down for busy teachers! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Alison's books and other resources NEW ... Read More
How to give explicit writing instruction in the primary grades – with Sally Bergquist
TRT Podcast #167: How to give explicit writing instruction in the primary grades - with Sally Bergquiest Sally Bergquist is an experienced teacher who has written an explicit, structured writing program for K-2. Listen to learn her tips for getting kids started in kindergarten, gradually building their writing skills throughout the primary grades, and finding the right balance between explicit instruction and ... Read More
How to understand education research – with Nate Hansford
TRT Podcast #166: How to understand education research: A conversation with Nate Hansford Nate Hansford, author of The Scientific Principles of Teaching, equips teachers to discern whether or not a study is high-quality, and whether or not to apply its results to their teaching. We follow that by discussing particular pedagogies that research does not support. I highly recommend his book, which takes the mystery out ... Read More