TRT Podcast #140: Getting the conversation started: With Emily HanfordI'm so honored that Emily Hanford joined me on the podcast! It was her article "At a Loss for Words" that finally led me to rethink balanced literacy and begin learning about the science of reading. This episode will help you understand why some teachers are so resistant to learning about the science of reading - and Emily's work will help you ... Read More

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3 Questions teachers should stop asking (and what to say instead)
TRT Podcast #139: 3 Questions teachers should stop asking (and what to say instead)I learned about these three toxic questions from multilingual author and expert Elizabeth Jiménez Salinas, and I couldn't wait to share them with you! Learn what questions to avoid and what to say instead. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcriptReferencesScience of Reading: The Podcast - Improving dual language ... Read More
Making change at the state level: A conversation with Kristen Wynn
TRT Podcast #138: Making change at the state level: A conversation with Kristen WynnA decade ago, Mississippi was ranked 49th in reading. Not anymore! Kristen Wynn, Mississippi's state literacy director, walks us through the steps that brought positive change. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcriptResources mentioned in this episode ... Read More
Is Shared Reading aligned with the science of reading?
TRT Podcast #137: Is Shared Reading aligned with the science of reading? Shared Reading has its origins in whole language and balanced literacy. Does it belong in a structured literacy classroom? Listen to the episode here Full episode transcriptReferences*The first two articles are quoted in the episode; I do not consider them to be useful information. ... Read More
Making change at the district level: A conversation with Cliff Jones
TRT Podcast #136: Making change at the district level: A conversation with Cliff JonesCliff Jones walks us through how his district shifted from balanced literacy to teaching based on the science of reading. Listen in to find out how all teachers were educated and supported! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcriptResources related to this episode ... Read More
How to get more students to answer your questions
TRT Podcast #135: How to get more students to answer your questionsAre you tried of asking a question and seeing only a few hands go up? Here are ways to get everyone to respond! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcriptExplicit instruction resources ... Read More