TRT Podcast#35: What are the reading wars? As we begin our discussion about the science of reading, we need to look back at the history of teaching reading in the United States. What exactly are the reading wars, and when did they begin? Where are we today? Join us for a brief and lively history of the debate. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Books mentioned in the episode Why Johnny Can't ... Read More
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Introduction to the science of reading podcast series
TRT Podcast#34: Introducing our science of reading podcast series I've been pouring over the science of reading research, and I'm making shifts in how I approach teaching reading. You're invited to join me on this exciting journey! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Link to original Facebook Live presentation Video presentation Check out the full science of reading bootcamp Introduction to ... Read More
Favorite science of reading authors
TRT Podcast #31: Favorite science of reading authors Have you ever bought a book about teaching reading - only to find out that it doesn't align with what you know to be true based on the science? Here are some authors you can trust! Listen to the episode here Science of reading authors David Kilpatrick Equipped for Reading Success Essentials of Assessing, Preventing and Overcoming Reading ... Read More
Answers to decodable book FAQ’s
TRT Podcast #29: Answers to decodable book FAQ's Why should we use decodable books? Who should be reading them? For how long? Get answers to these questions and more in today's episode! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Related links Free fiction decodable books Free nonfiction decodable books Ultimate guide to decodable book series ... Read More
Must-watch science of reading YouTube channels
TRT Podcast #28: Must-watch science of reading YouTube channels Looking for free professional development? Here are my favorite YouTube channels for learning about the science of reading. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Recommended science of reading YouTube channels SoR-What I Should Have Learned in College The Reading League OregonRTIi Reading Science Academy Reading Simplified Reading ... Read More
What every teacher should know about dyslexia
TRT Podcast #27: What every teacher should know about dyslexia Do you suspect that one of your students has dyslexia? Here's what every teacher should know about this common learning disability! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Recommended dyslexia screeners Lexercise Screener for schools EarlyBird Education Recommended dyslexia resources Conquering Dyslexia by Jan Hasbrouck Dyslexia ... Read More