Podcasts about International Dyslexia Association

Send us a textIf you have a child with dyslexia, or if you're starting to investigate this possibility, you've probably come across the term “accommodations.” In this video, we demystify this term and go through the various accommodations that you and your child might want to consider.Explanation of accommodations from the International Dyslexia Association of https://dyslexiaida.org/accommodations-for-students-with-dyslexia/Dyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Send us your questions, comments, and guest suggestions to parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.comAlso check out our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingDyslexiaJourney

As we wrap up Season 7 of Literacy Talks, we reflect on a powerful journey through the lens of the 75th Anniversary Issue of the International Dyslexia Association. In this special finale, hosts Stacy Hurst, Donell Pons, and Lindsay Kemeny revisit the insights, standout moments, and expert voices that shaped a season devoted entirely to Structured Literacy. From defining integration to honoring teacher-researcher collaboration, we explore what's evolved, what endures, and what's next in the science of reading.Chat about this episode in The Science of Reading Collective.Explore the Reading Horizons Discovery® Product Suite.Access past show notes.Read the transcripts.

This edWeb podcast is co-hosted by CORE Learning and The Reading League. You can access the webinar recording here.The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) infographic is a valuable tool for understanding Structured Literacy, but applying it effectively in real classrooms can be challenging. With so many components to consider, educators may find themselves unsure about certain aspects or facing misconceptions that make implementation harder than it needs to be. This third edWeb podcast of the Structured Literacy for Every Learner Summit is designed to provide clarity and practical guidance, helping educators use the infographic to strengthen their Structured Literacy practice.Panelists walk through key elements of the infographic, address common points of confusion, and discuss how it connects to evidence-based reading instruction. The conversation focuses on how to apply these principles in diverse classrooms while keeping instruction clear, effective, and equitable. Listeners will gain:A deeper understanding of the IDA infographic and its role in Structured LiteracyInsights into common challenges and how to navigate themPractical guidance for ensuring instruction stays aligned with reading scienceListen to a thoughtful discussion with literacy leaders on making Structured Literacy implementation more effective and accessible for all K-12 educators.This edWeb podcast is part of the Structured Literacy for Every Learner Summit.CORE LearningTransform teaching and learning so that every student thrives.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

In this episode of Be Evolved, I sit down with Anna Toomey, director of the documentary Left Behind, to discuss the realities of dyslexia, the systemic challenges in education, and the urgent need for advocacy. We explore the stories behind the film, the impact on students and families, and what needs to change to support all learners. Stay tuned until the end, where I share my personal reflections after watching this powerful documentary. Referenced Resources: Film "Left Behind" - https://www.leftbehindthefilm.com Decoding Dyslexia - https://www.decodingdyslexia.net/ International Dyslexia Association - https://dyslexiaida.org/ Understood.org - https://www.understood.org/ Advocates for Children - https://advocatesforchildren.org/ Literacy Academy Collective - https://www.literacyacademycollective.org/ If you'd like to dive deeper into specific strategies, please join me on SuperCast. As a subscriber, for just $5 a month, you'll get access to my private weekly feed where I share exclusive ideas and answer audience questions about learning and admissions. Go here to join! https://beevolved.supercast.com/ Have a question or comment? I'd love to hear from you. You can reach out anytime at admin@evolveded.com.  Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! For the full transcript of today's episode along with our terms, conditions, and disclaimers and privacy policies, visit the Evolved Education website at: https://evolvededucationcompany.com/resources/podcast/ © 2021 - 2025 Mary Miele

Send us a textLink to our website:https://theliteracyview.com/Link to our merch store:https://logosgreenwich.com/literacyview/shop/homePlease also write us a great review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-literacy-view/id1614519794 The One About…Leadership Matters with Pati Montgomery and Angela Hanlin Article:Why Leaders Must Learn the Science of ReadingBy Linda Rhynehttps://ascd.org/blogs/why-leaders-must-learn-the-science-of-reading The literacy landscape is evolving. Are leaders keeping up? Bio Angela HanlinAngela, through her company Angela Hanlin & Associates, works full-time as a literacy consultant. She collaborates with schools, teachers, and educational leaders to advance literacy initiatives and transform literacy instruction. Through her work, Angela aims to empower educators with the tools and knowledge necessary to create a thriving literacy culture that promotes student success.  Pati MontgomeryPati is the founder of Schools Cubed, a school consulting firm that specializes in collaborating with school and district leadership to increase reading outcomes, and therefore educational outcomes for all students. Schools Cubed's focus is coaching and mentoring school and district leadership to implement evidence-based practices in literacy. Ms. Montgomery has been recognized by the International Dyslexia Association, ARC and ExcelEd for her outstanding leadership inliteracy. Book:It's Possible, A Leadership Plan for Implementing Quality Reading Instruction and Ensuring Literacy for All.Solutiontree.com Support the showThe Literacy View is an engaging and inclusive platform encouraging respectful discussion and debate about current issues in education.

To follow up on our interview with Tiffany Solomon in episode 10, we brought her back with another special guest, Helaine Schupack. Helaine has played an instrumental role in Tiffany's life as she navigated her education with dyslexia. Helaine Schupack is one of the founding Fellows of the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA), which was founded in 1995 and now has over 3,800 members. Her mission to help individuals with dyslexia receive the interventions they need to thrive eventually expanded to her joining forces with the Orton Society (now the International Dyslexia Association) when it formed its Teacher Training Initiative. She's been the recipient of the Massachusetts Branch of the International Dyslexia Association's Alice Garside award. Helaine is one of Rhode Island's abiding champions in the field of dyslexia and was awarded the first Decoding Dyslexia Legacy Award. Resources mentioned in this episode: Orton-Gillingham Academy Decoding Dyslexia Rhode Island Orton-Gillingham Founding Fellows Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz M.D. Teaching to Read: Historically Considered by Mitford M. Mathews Reversals: A Personal Account of Victory over Dyslexia by Eileen M. Simpson Dyslexia over the Lifespan: A Fifty-Five Year Longitudinal Study by M. Rawson Dyslexics of Brown (limited print) 1.5 How Dr. Samuel Orton and Anna Gillingham's Work Support Social-Emotional Learning 1.6 The Orton Prescription and the Connection to Social-Emotional Learning 2.6 Q&A About OG 4.4 The Foundational Principles of Orton-Gillingham (part 1) 4.5 The Foundational Principles of Orton-Gillingham (part 2) We officially have merch! Show your love for the Together in Literacy podcast! If you like this episode, please take a few minutes to rate, review, and subscribe. Your support and encouragement are so appreciated! Have a question you'd like us to cover in a future episode of Together in Literacy? Email us at support@togetherinliteracy.com! If you'd like more from Together in Literacy, you can check out our website, Together in Literacy, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. For more from Emily, check out The Literacy Nest. For more from Casey, check out The Dyslexia Classroom. We're looking for topic and guest suggestions for season 4 of the Together in Literacy Podcast! Let us know what you want to hear this season! Thank you for listening and joining us in this exciting and educational journey into dyslexia as we come together in literacy!

Jared Blank is Chief Of Staff at the University of Texas Football.  He has been director of ops at USC and University of Washington.  Jared completed the World Marathon Challenge which is 7 marathons, 7 continents, in 7 days.  He has written a book titled " Running The Distance." At the age of 5, he discovered he had sensory processing issues and dyslexia. Jared is an advocate for dyslexia awareness and continues to raise funds for the International Dyslexia Association. 4:02 Capable Of Anything Entitled To Nothing 5:34 The Mental Toughness Of Persevering As A Team 6:50 The Importance Of Processes 9:31 School Difficulties With Learning Disabilities 16:17 Struggles Turn To Strengths 17:45 The Need For Movement 23:09 How The 7 Marathons In 7 Continents In 7 Days Come To Be 24:18 Preparation And Execution For The World Marathon Challenge  30:47 Feelings After The Fact 31:51 Future Goals To Hit While Racing 34:51 How Running Improves Your Professional Life 36:23 Running The Distance Scholarship 37:50 The Importance Of Sport In Communities Don't forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram.  Follow At:  Twitter @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Road Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell  

This season opener of Literacy Talks dives into the foundational elements of structured literacy, inspired by the International Dyslexia Association's 75th Anniversary issue of Perspectives on Language and Literacy. Hosts Stacy Hurst, Lindsay Kemeny, and Donell Pons explore the insights of Barbara Wilson and Jessica Hammond on how structured literacy, grounded in the science of reading, is transforming classrooms. Whether you're new to the concept or a seasoned educator, join us for an engaging discussion designed to inspire and equip you with tools to champion effective literacy instruction.Chat about this episode in The Science of Reading Collective.Explore the Reading Horizons Discovery® Product Suite.Access past show notes.Read the transcripts.

Send us a textDo you think you know what dyslexia is? You might be surprised!Links to our sources for the episode:International Dyslexia Association definition: https://dyslexiaida.org/definition-of-dyslexia/British Dyslexia Association definition: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexiaYale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity definition: https://dyslexia.yale.edu/dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia/Article about Dr. Manuel Casanova's research into the brain structure of autistic and dyslexic people: https://news.louisville.edu/news/autism-researchers-work-yields-insight-dyslexiaThe Dyslexic Advantage, by Brock Eide and Fernette Eide https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9897792-the-dyslexic-advantageDyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Send us your questions, comments, and guest suggestions to parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.comAlso check out our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingDyslexiaJourney

Send us a textAre you confused about the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP. Have you heard the term, "Free and Appropriate Public Education" and want to know what it means? Do you want to know your legal rights when interacting with your kid's school? Listen to part 2 of this interview with special education attorney Laura Heneghan to learn about all that and more!You can find part 1 here: https://dyslexiajourney.buzzsprout.com/2077817/episodes/16095504-dyslexia-legal-rights-ft-attorney-laura-heneghan-part-1Attorney Laura Heneghan proudly practices solely in the area of special education,representing children and adolescents with disabilities who are not receiving appropriate services from their public school district. She began practicing in this area after experiencing this process as the parent of a child with disabilities, including a son with dyslexia. She brings this experience, her passion, and her unique collaborative abilities to her clients to change their outcomes for the better.In addition to her law degree, Laura holds a Certificate in Special Education Advocacy from the PELE Clinic at William and Mary Law School. In order to better serve her clients with dyslexia, she has completed a 60-hour course in Orton Gillingham Plus, an evidence-based program based on the science of reading and approved by the International Dyslexia Association.She is a Board Member of Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities. She provides Pro Bono legal services to immigrant children seeking Special Immigrant Juvenile Status in Probate Court through Children's Advocates of Connecticut. Laura previously served on the Board of Directors for the Western Connecticut Center for Human Rights, as a court-appointed Guardian Ad Litem for CASA of SW Connecticut, and as an Educational Surrogate appointed by the Connecticut Department of Education on abuse and neglect cases.You can find Laura online at https://sped.esq/Here are some links that Laura recommends:https://www.smartkidswithld.org/https://www.copaa.org/https://www.wrightslaw.com/Don't wake the baby!Unwind to a wholesome mix of parenting stories, quirky humour, and cosy craftingListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyDyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Send us your questions, comments, and guest suggestions to parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.comAlso check out our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingDyslexiaJourney

Send us a textAre you confused about the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP. Have you heard the term, "Free and Appropriate Public Education" and want to know what it means? Do you want to know your legal rights when interacting with your kid's school? Listen to part 1 of this interview with special education attorney Laura Heneghan to learn about all that and more!Attorney Laura Heneghan proudly practices solely in the area of special education,representing children and adolescents with disabilities who are not receiving appropriate services from their public school district. She began practicing in this area after experiencing this process as the parent of a child with disabilities, including a son with dyslexia. She brings this experience, her passion, and her unique collaborative abilities to her clients to change their outcomes for the better.In addition to her law degree, Laura holds a Certificate in Special Education Advocacy from the PELE Clinic at William and Mary Law School. In order to better serve her clients with dyslexia, she has completed a 60-hour course in Orton Gillingham Plus, an evidence-based program based on the science of reading and approved by the International Dyslexia Association.She is a Board Member of Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities. She provides Pro Bono legal services to immigrant children seeking Special Immigrant Juvenile Status in Probate Court through Children's Advocates of Connecticut. Laura previously served on the Board of Directors for the Western Connecticut Center for Human Rights, as a court-appointed Guardian Ad Litem for CASA of SW Connecticut, and as an Educational Surrogate appointed by the Connecticut Department of Education on abuse and neglect cases.You can find Laura online at https://sped.esq/Here are some links that Laura recommends:https://www.smartkidswithld.org/https://www.copaa.org/https://www.wrightslaw.com/Don't wake the baby!Unwind to a wholesome mix of parenting stories, quirky humour, and cosy craftingListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyDyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Send us your questions, comments, and guest suggestions to parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.comAlso check out our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingDyslexiaJourney

Welcome to today's episode, where we'll be diving into the Science of Reading with our guest, Dr. Benjamin Powers. If you're a parent, educator, or simply curious about how students learn to read, this episode is packed with insights on evidence-based reading instruction and how it can transform classrooms. Dr. Benjamin Powers is an educator, researcher, and thought leader who believes that cerebrodiverse learners should be embraced for their strengths and potential. Throughout his career, he has championed evidence-based approaches that recognize individual strengths, promote independent thinking, develop self-esteem and self-advocacy, and fuel academic achievement. In this episode, you'll learn what the Science of Reading is and how decades of research can give teachers the tools that can truly empower them to improve outcomes for all students. One particularly eye-opening aspect of our conversation is how much researchers have learned about reading from studying individuals with reading and language-based learning disabilities.  Dr. Powers also shares about the systemic challenges educators face, from curriculum selection to a need for comprehensive teacher training in the Science of Reading. He believes each of these barriers presents an opportunity for positive change and encourages educators and parents to take small steps that will lead to meaningful improvements. Show Notes: [2:02] - Dr. Powers explains what the Science of Reading is and how it differs from other approaches in education. It is a combination of decades of research. [4:10] - The research of the Science of Reading has come from college departments of psychology, and there is a delay in getting the research to educators. [6:44] - Part of how we know so much about the reading brain, is because of those with disabilities. [8:49] - By bringing in evidence-based reading practices, teachers feel empowered and reading instruction outcomes are improved. [11:12] - Dr. Powers compares early intervention to learning a second language. [13:59] - Many words that students encounter early in school differ greatly from those in later grade levels when the language shifts to textbook, multisyllabic words. [17:56] - It is important for parents to ask questions. Some parents hesitate to ask questions to better understand instruction and curriculum. [19:40] - There are things that we can do as parents to help support reading instruction. [21:40] - Sometimes administrators are put into a tricky position as they evaluate and vet curriculum. [23:59] - Each barrier is an opportunity for change. [26:24] - One huge opportunity is for teachers to be trained in the Science of Reading, no matter what subject they teach. In every class, students are reading. [29:58] - A student's ability is not a reflection on the teacher's intention. [32:16] - Taking the first step is what starts a crucial change. About Our Guest: Dr. Benjamin Powers holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Grenoble Ecole de Management, an Executive MBA from Rochester Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor of Arts from La Salle University. He is a Certified Dyslexia Practitioner, a member of the International Dyslexia Association, and an associate member of the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators. He is Executive Director of The Southport School and CoLAB, Director of Yale's and UCONN Haskins' Global Literacy Hubs, and President of The Dyslexia Foundation. He holds appointments in the Yale School of Medicine's Child Study Center, and in the Departments of Psychology and Educational Psychology at UCONN.  Connect with Dr. Powers: Email: bpowers@southportschool.org Southport Schools Website Links and Related Resources: Episode 111: Overcoming Dyslexia and Addressing the Reading Crisis with Sally Shaywitz Episode 37: Literacy, a Social Justice Issue with Resha Conroy Dyslexia Improving Literacy Dyslexia Foundation Connect with Us: Get on our Email List Book a Consultation Get Support and Connect with a ChildNEXUS Provider Register for Our Self-Paced Mini Courses for PARENTS on Dyslexia, ADHD or Childhood Anxiety Sessions The Diverse Thinking Different Learning podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or the host, Dr. Karen Wilson.  

In this episode, we chat with Darren Clark, a renowned neurodiversity consultant who has worked with major organizations such as Netflix and HSBC. Darren is also a global partner for the International Dyslexia Association, an ambassador for the British Dyslexia Association, and an advisor to the UK government's All-Party Parliamentary Group on Specific Learning Difficulties. We delve into the unique challenges dyslexic individuals face and discuss how our app's innovative features are designed to support their success. Promova is dedicated to creating an inclusive and empowering learning environment for everyone. Tune in to learn how we can help neurodivergent learners thrive and embrace diversity in all its forms! Follow us on social media: Promova YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@promovaapp Promova Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/promova/ Promova TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@promova Promova X (former Twitter): https://twitter.com/promova_app Darren YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC_kl1cW8xjN29YMXvML9G-g

In this special Dyslexia Awareness Month episode, we sit down with Josh Clark to talk about his lifelong commitment to promoting neurodiversity and the science of reading. Josh shares insights from his journey as an educator, his work with global organizations like the International Dyslexia Association, and how schools can better support students with language-based learning disabilities. Join us as we explore how Josh's efforts are shaping educational reform and driving positive change for students with dyslexia. Don't forget to wear red and show your support this month!Josh Clark is a dedicated educator and advocate for neurodiversity in education, currently serving as Head of Landmark School and Executive Director of Landmark Outreach. With a focus on promoting the science of reading, Josh has led schools like The Schenck School in Atlanta and The Bodine School in Memphis, both known for their support of students with dyslexia. As Chair of the International Dyslexia Association, co-founder of the Association of LD Schools, and contributor to Made by Dyslexia and Microsoft Education, Josh champions the cause of language-based learning disabilities (LBLD) worldwide, sharing his expertise in supporting students with dyslexia and advancing educational reform.Theme SongUnnamed song composed and played by Mona Odegard. It's a filler until we come up with something else. Enjoy!

We would love to hear from you! Send us a message (if you'd like a reply, email us at literacypodcast@greatminds.org)From October 7, 2022In this episode, we talk with former balanced literacy teacher and parent, Missy Purcell. She authored a blog post titled Dear Balanced Literacy Teacher.Missy writes, “According to Nancy Young's ladder of reading, roughly 10-15% of kids can figure out reading out with this type of instruction, but my child, who would later be diagnosed with dyslexia, would never be able to become a proficient reader with any version of balanced literacy. He, according to Young, like 85% of students, benefit from or need systematic explicit instruction that follows a scope and sequence with fidelity to become proficient readers and writers.”We want to normalize the idea that most kids CAN learn how to read with structured literacy instruction. ResourcesDear Balanced Literacy Teacher Looking for Heroes: One Boy, One Year, 100 Letters 2nd EditionThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! We wrote a book! The Literacy 50-A Q&A Handbook for Teachers: Real-World Answers to Questions About Reading That Keep You Up at Night Facebook and join our Facebook Group Twitter Instagram Don't miss an episode! Sign up for FREE bonus resources and episode alerts at LiteracyPodcast.com Helping teachers learn about science of reading, knowledge building, and high quality curriculum.

Send us a Text Message.We would love to hear from you! Send us a message at FaithandJudy@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Group✅https://www.facebook.com/share/8o1sBk4Z32k9aV4Z/?mibextid=qtnXGeFollow Us On Instagram✅ https://www.instagram.com/theliteracyview?igsh=MWFpaHVwN2NiZWE5eg%3D%3D&utm_source=qrFollow Faith X: @faithborkowsky-https://twitter.com/FaithBorkowskyFollow Judy on X: @boksnerjudy -https://twitter.com/BoksnerJudyVisit Our Website:   https://theliteracyview.com/Faith's Book Links-Failing Students or Failing Schools?: A Parent's Guide to Reading Instruction and Intervention Failing Students or Failing Schools?: A Parent's Guide to Reading Instruction and Intervention https://a.co/d/5bv8AdE"If Only I Would Have Known..." (3-in-1 Edition): What I wish the Pediatrician, the Preschool Teacher, and the Librarian would have told me about Language, Literacy, and Dyslexia https://a.co/d/50d2qWZEp.81-The One About…College Students Aren't Reading with Donna Hejtmanek Article: “The College Kids Are Not All Right”Reports from professors point to an alarming decline in cognitive capabilities, even at selective institutions by Natalie WexlerJune 2, 2024https://nataliewexler.substack.com/p/the-college-kids-are-not-all-right Quote:“Students are intimidated by anything over 10 pages and seem to walk away from readings of as little as 20 pages with no real understanding.” “We are in new territory when even highly motivated honors students struggle to grasp the basic argument of a 20-page article.” Why is this happening? What are the reasons for the decline?  Donna Hejtmanek bio:Donna Hejtmanek (hite-man-ik) retired after 41 years of teaching special education and serving as a reading specialist-interventionist. She served as president of the Literacy Task Force of Northern Wisconsin, was appointed by Gov. Scott Walker in 2014 to Wisconsin's Read to Lead Literacy Council, served as the legislative chair of the International Dyslexia Association and served on The Legislative Council Study Committee on the Identification and Management of Dyslexia in 2018, resulting in Wisconsin's first dyslexia bill, Act 86, signed into legislation in 2019. Hejtmanek was awarded the Herb Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award in 2016.  Donna retired in 2018.  In retirement, she spends her days creating professional development opportunities for teachers on her Facebook group, Science of Reading—What I Should Have LearneSupport the Show.The Literacy View is an engaging and inclusive platform encouraging respectful discussion and debate about current issues in education. Co-hosts Faith Borkowsky and Judy Boksner coach teachers, teach children to read, and hold master's degrees in education.Our goal is to leave listeners thinking about the issues and drawing their own conclusions.Get ready for the most THOUGHT-PROVOKING AND DELICIOUSLY ENTERTAINING education podcast!

In celebration of the International Dyslexia Association's (IDA) 75th anniversary, the IDA is dedicating the recent issue of its journal, Perspectives, to structured literacy. In this episode, I speak with Jessica Hamman, the CEO of Glean Education, who authored two articles for the issue and co-edited it alongside Barbara Wilson. Jessica shares her path to dyslexia advocacy. Her parents were always involved in advocacy, and her father was even on the committee that created the definition of dyslexia that is now used in 45 states! As she went through the process of her own son being diagnosed with dyslexia, she recognized the great knowledge gaps that still existed among teachers due to a lack of training access. During our conversation, Jessica discusses her article in Perspectives about structured literacy and offers practical advice for parents told to focus only on their dyslexic child's reading skills. We then discuss the differences between dyslexia and dysgraphia and how those differences impact learning. Jessica and I also share our experiences as teachers moving from theoretical understandings to implementing our knowledge in the classroom. We wrap by setting straight a few common misunderstandings around structured literacy for teachers. Be sure to read the anniversary issue of Perspectives for free linked below! Have a question or want a certain topic covered? Send us an email or a DM on Instagram. I want to support parents with dyslexic children and get this content in the hands of those who need it most. Click the share button and send away! Thank you. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Jessica's path to dyslexia advocacy Jessica's piece in Perspectives about structured literacy Advice for parents when school recommends a reading-only focus The importance of the IEP assessment Morphology instruction for teachers Coaching benefits teachers moving from theory to practice Debunking structured literacy misunderstandings Implementing structured learning in New Zealand The IDA offers a wealth of resources and knowledge Resources Mentioned: International Dyslexia Association Wilson Language Perspectives Magazine Jessica Hamman: Glean Education Connect: Visit my website Sign up for my newsletter Follow me on Instagram Join me on Facebook

Send us a Text Message.Today's episode is our first as we delve into how neuroscience informs our understanding of dyslexia. We will touch on the evidence for a neurobiological basis that increases the risk of experiencing challenges with reading and spelling words. Today's guest is a leading neuroscientist in the field of literacy and dyslexia research. Dr. Ozernov-Palchik is a research scientist at the McGovern Institute for Brain Research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a senior research scientist at Boston University's Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. She also served as the program director and lecturer for the Mind, Brain, and Education master's program at Harvard Graduate School of Education from 2019 to 2022. Dr. Ozernov-Palchik received her Ph.D. in cognitive science and child development from Tufts University. Her research focuses on the neurocognitive mechanisms of reading and language comprehension, exploring how these processes vary across individuals and throughout development. She employs advanced cross-disciplinary methods, including adult and pediatric multimodal neuroimaging, randomized controlled trials, psycholinguistic experiments, and longitudinal modeling. In addition to her research, Dr. Ozernov-Palchik has been a strong advocate for universal screening for early literacy and evidence-based literacy instruction, both locally and nationally. She has received the Early Career Award from the International Dyslexia Association and has an impressive publication record. Moreover, she has presented her work at numerous national and international conferences and meetings.Share your thoughts and follow your host on X @OdegardTim

If you have a child with dyslexia, or if you're starting to investigate this possibility, you've probably come across the term “accommodations.” In this video, we demystify this term and go through the various accommodations that you and your child might want to consider.Explanation of accommodations from the International Dyslexia Association of https://dyslexiaida.org/accommodations-for-students-with-dyslexia/Dyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Also check out our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingDyslexiaJourney

This week we are joined in the hallway by our friend and colleague, Gwen Marra. Dr. Marra teaches courses in Dordt's undergraduate Teacher Preparation Program and Master of Education Program related to early childhood education and literacy. Her academic focus is especially on supporting all learners in developing essential skills for literacy. The hallway crew keeps hearing about “the Science of Reading,” and we have a varied understanding of what this means. Since we wanted to learn more, we connected with our resident expert on all things literacy! Gwen shares from the deep well of her education and experience to help us understand better. We hope that by listening in you'll likewise be informed and better equipped to understand what research actually says about how people learn to read, and how we can help all students learn and succeed with literacy. Dr. Marra mentioned the Sold a Story podcast in this episode. You can listen to the whole podcast here: https://features.apmreports.org/sold-a-story/  Dr. Marra also mentioned the book Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. You can find it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Fish-Tree-Lynda-Mullaly-Hunt/dp/0142426423  Dr. Marra mentioned several resources for teachers and parents, which you can access here: Reading Rockets: https://www.readingrockets.org/  International Dyslexia Association: https://dyslexiaida.org/  Hallway Conversations is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Christian Education. You can learn more about the good work CACE is doing at https://cace.org/ 

This is part two of our episode with Dr. Nancy Young. You can listen to part one, here. In this episode, we're once again joined by Dr. Nancy Young for a conversation about differentiation, meeting students where they are, and understanding students' learning profiles to determine instructional needs. Dr. Nancy Young is a Canadian educational consultant providing professional development in reading and writing instruction for an international audience. Nancy's literacy focus is effective differentiation of instruction to meet the needs of a wide range of learners, including students who have dyslexia, students who have ADHD, and students who are advanced in reading (AIR). Nancy's expertise encompasses the educational needs of students who are gifted (intellectual ability), including students who are gifted with a co-occurring exceptionality. Nancy's formal education includes Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education (Elementary Education), Master of Education (Special Education), and Doctor of Education (Cognitive Diversity). A passionate and long-time advocate for improving instruction for all children, Nancy has taught a wide range of learning needs and ages in schools and community organizations as well as in her independent teaching practice. Nancy is a certified teacher and a member of the International Dyslexia Association, Scientific Studies of Reading, the National Association for Gifted Children, the World Council for Gifted & Talented Children, and the Gifted Children's Association of British Columbia. Nancy is the creator of The Ladder of Reading & Writing, an infographic visually representing the ease at which children learn to read and write and the instructional implications. Nancy is the co-editor (with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck) of the recently released book Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners (published January, 2024). Looking at literacy through the lens of Nancy's infographic, this book includes twenty short chapters authored by experts in the field who provide valuable information relating to the wide range of ease in mastering literacy skills and the instructional implications. Connect with our guest, Dr. Nancy Young! Visit her website and find her on Facebook. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Ladder of Reading & Writing infographic Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners co-edited by Nancy Young, Ed.D. and Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. We officially have merch! Show your love for the Together in Literacy podcast! If you like this episode, please take a few minutes to rate, review, and subscribe. Your support and encouragement are so appreciated! Have a question you'd like us to cover in a future episode of Together in Literacy? Email us at support@togetherinliteracy.com! If you'd like more from Together in Literacy, you can check out our website, Together in Literacy, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. For more from Emily, check out The Literacy Nest. For more from Casey, check out The Dyslexia Classroom. We're currently looking for guests and sponsors for season 3 of the Together in Literacy Podcast! Thank you for listening and joining us in this exciting and educational journey into dyslexia as we come together in literacy!

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Nancy Young for a conversation about differentiation, meeting students where they are, and understanding students' learning profiles to determine instructional needs. Dr. Nancy Young is a Canadian educational consultant providing professional development in reading and writing instruction for an international audience. Nancy's literacy focus is effective differentiation of instruction to meet the needs of a wide range of learners, including students who have dyslexia, students who have ADHD, and students who are advanced in reading (AIR). Nancy's expertise encompasses the educational needs of students who are gifted (intellectual ability), including students who are gifted with a co-occurring exceptionality. Nancy's formal education includes Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education (Elementary Education), Master of Education (Special Education), and Doctor of Education (Cognitive Diversity). A passionate and long-time advocate for improving instruction for all children, Nancy has taught a wide range of learning needs and ages in schools and community organizations as well as in her independent teaching practice. Nancy is a certified teacher and a member of the International Dyslexia Association, Scientific Studies of Reading, the National Association for Gifted Children, the World Council for Gifted & Talented Children, and the Gifted Children's Association of British Columbia. Nancy is the creator of The Ladder of Reading & Writing, an infographic visually representing the ease at which children learn to read and write and the instructional implications. Nancy is the co-editor (with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck) of the recently released book Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners (published January, 2024). Looking at literacy through the lens of Nancy's infographic, this book includes twenty short chapters authored by experts in the field who provide valuable information relating to the wide range of ease in mastering literacy skills and the instructional implications. Connect with our guest, Dr. Nancy Young! Visit her website and find her on Facebook. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Ladder of Reading & Writing infographic Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners co-edited by Nancy Young, Ed.D. and Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. We officially have merch! Show your love for the Together in Literacy podcast! If you like this episode, please take a few minutes to rate, review, and subscribe. Your support and encouragement are so appreciated! Have a question you'd like us to cover in a future episode of Together in Literacy? Email us at support@togetherinliteracy.com! If you'd like more from Together in Literacy, you can check out our website, Together in Literacy, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. For more from Emily, check out The Literacy Nest. For more from Casey, check out The Dyslexia Classroom. We're currently looking for guests and sponsors for season 3 of the Together in Literacy Podcast! Thank you for listening and joining us in this exciting and educational journey into dyslexia as we come together in literacy!

In this exciting episode, we're joined by Katie Larew for a conversation about using assistive technology to empower students with dyslexia! Katie began her journey in the field of education in 2007 as a classroom Special Education Teacher in New Jersey. In 2014, she moved to San Diego, California, and worked as an Assistive Technology Specialist for a K-12 School District for eight years. As a RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional, Katie has worked with students from elementary school to college. She holds a Master's Degree in Special Education as well as additional certifications as an IMSLEC-certified Orton-Gillingham Teacher and CERI Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist. Katie also serves on the Board of The International Dyslexia Association, San Diego Branch. Katie's approach focuses on the student's unique strengths while finding tools to support specific areas of need. She provides customized step-by-step virtual training, professional development, and workshops for students, parents, and teachers throughout the world. Connect with our guest, Katie Larew! Visit Assistive Technology for Dyslexia and find her on Instagram and Facebook. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1.15 All About Accommodations for Dyslexia SETT Framework 3.10 Effective Vocabulary Strategies in Literacy Intervention Google Voice Reader, Come Home: The Reading Brain in a Digital World by Maryanne Wolf 32 Third Graders and One Class Bunny: Life Lessons from Teaching by Phillip Done We officially have merch! Show your love for the Together in Literacy podcast! If you like this episode, please take a few minutes to rate, review, and subscribe. Your support and encouragement are so appreciated! Have a question you'd like us to cover in a future episode of Together in Literacy? Email us at support@togetherinliteracy.com! If you'd like more from Together in Literacy, you can check out our website, Together in Literacy, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. For more from Emily, check out The Literacy Nest. For more from Casey, check out The Dyslexia Classroom. We're currently looking for guests and sponsors for season 3 of the Together in Literacy Podcast! Thank you for listening and joining us in this exciting and educational journey into dyslexia as we come together in literacy!

Not only do I love where our friend, Katie Larew, lives (#SoCal)... I love EVERYthing Katie Larew shares over at Assistive Technology for Dyslexia! AT is such a wide-ranging topic, and AT supports can positively impact outcomes for SO many students. However, there remain so many myths about and impediments to getting good technological supports at school. Thank heavens for Katie! In today's episode we talk all things AT, and we also fangirl about the sun and surf!!!! Join us in this fun, light-hearted episode! And also I promise to have Katie back when I'm not essentially mid-root-canal! Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/8rlqyiqG2zZKatie Larew is the founder of Assistive Technology for Dyslexia, LLC. She began working in the field of Special Education in 2007 as a classroom Special Education Teacher. As an Assistive Technology Specialist, Katie has worked with students from elementary, middle, and high school. She holds a Master's Degree in Special Education as well as additional certifications as an IMSLEC certified Orton-Gillingham Teacher, CERI Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist and RESNA certified Assistive Technology Professional. Katie serves on the Board of Directors for The International Dyslexia Association, San Diego Branch and is an active member of the International Dyslexia Association, Center for Effective Reading Instruction, and Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America. Katie works with students, parents, and educators by providing consultations, customized step-by-step virtual training, and professional development. Training topics focus on Assistive Technology tools to support the areas of Reading, Writing, Note-Taking, Organization, and Executive Functions. Katie's mission is to help spread greater awareness of Assistive Technology to help students build their confidence and independence. Katie is a wife & mom to two under five. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family and exploring Southern California.Website: https://assistivetechnologyfordyslexia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assistivetechnologyfordyslexia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistivetechnologyfordyslexia

Our season five journey comes to an end in the final two episodes of The Little Mermaid!  Ariel receives some unexpected help from her BFF (Best Fish Forever) Flounder, as she races  against the sun to save her mother from captivity in the  aquarium. Listen to part one of the two part finale, and join us on Thursday, December 14th for the conclusion of Ariel's story!This season of ABC Story Sisters is dedicated to raising awareness and support for children with dyslexia. Visit the International Dyslexia Association to learn more about dyslexia and how you can get involved!  For more fun and behind the scenes, follow @abcstorysisters on Instagram.

From October 7, 2022In this episode, we talk with former balanced literacy teacher and parent, Missy Purcell. She authored a blog post titled Dear Balanced Literacy Teacher.Missy writes, “According to Nancy Young's ladder of reading, roughly 10-15% of kids can figure out reading out with this type of instruction, but my child, who would later be diagnosed with dyslexia, would never be able to become a proficient reader with any version of balanced literacy. He, according to Young, like 85% of students, benefit from or need systematic explicit instruction that follows a scope and sequence with fidelity to become proficient readers and writers.”We want to normalize the idea that most kids CAN learn how to read with structured literacy instruction. ResourcesDear Balanced Literacy Teacher Looking for Heroes: One Boy, One Year, 100 Letters 2nd EditionThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Connect with us Facebook and join our Facebook Group Twitter Instagram Don't miss an episode! Sign up for FREE bonus resources and episode alerts at LiteracyPodcast.com Helping teachers learn about science of reading, knowledge building, and high quality curriculum.

Educational therapy is oftentimes an unknown term for parents and families. Today's guest has actually shared with us in a previous episode what it is and how it can benefit so many different students in Episode 10: Building Independence Through Educational Therapy. But what we haven't talked about is what educational therapy looks like… virtually. Welcome back to Rachel Kapp, who is an educational therapist with an extensive background in the field of education. After working with so many types of students through tutoring in private practice, she became passionate about building relationships with and helping students who learn differently. She is now a sought after educational therapist and co-host of the Learn Smarter Podcast. In our conversation today, Rachel shares how virtual educational therapy has changed the way students can access the services they need. She explains the surprising benefits and misconceptions about virtual therapy and how to find the right fit for you and your family.   Show Notes: [1:43] - Rachel was a previous guest on the podcast and introduced educational therapy in episode 10. [4:27] - During the pandemic, for the first time parents saw firsthand the learning challenges of their children. [5:57] - Rachel explains what educational therapy is and what they focus on at Kapp Educational Therapy. [7:12] - While the therapy impacts academics, educational therapy is also extremely beneficial for executive functioning and life skills. [10:02] - Virtual educational therapy is not “Zoom School”.  [11:10] - Compared to in-person educational therapy, virtual therapy has a lot of different benefits including flexibility and, surprisingly, connection with the therapist. [13:11] - One type of therapy isn't faster than another. Rachel has not seen a difference between the results of in-person and virtual. [15:09] - In most cases, Rachel sees students for 50 minutes twice a week, but when it is virtual, there are a lot of different ways to spend that time. [16:49] - Rachel has had students who are in virtual educational therapy as guests on her podcast and has great connections with them. [19:13] - Writing is typically very challenging for students with executive functioning issues. [21:47] - There's not a “perfect” age for virtual educational therapy. It depends on the child. [25:27] - When it is the right fit for the family, virtual therapy is so accessible. [27:40] - Be open to alternative solutions. The most important thing is the clinician match.   About Our Guest: Rachel grew up in Los Angeles. She graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Sociology and minored in Jewish Studies. Rachel began tutoring students in high school, eventually choosing to pursue a career in education. For over six years, Rachel was a lead preschool teacher, where she gained a firm foundation in explicit teaching. Rachel has been a tutor in private practice since 2004, working with students in a variety of subjects, including all levels of math, reading, history, and writing. After working with so many types of students over the years and realizing she was passionate about building relationships with and helping students who learn differently, Rachel decided to pursue educational therapy. She completed her coursework at California State University, Northridge, in December 2015 and Masters degree in December 2016. In her free time, Rachel loves spending time with her husband, Adam, son, Elliot, and their dog, Fritzy, watching Cal Football, cooking for friends, and spinning. Rachel is a Board Certified Member of the Association of Educational Therapists and an active participant in ongoing education through the International Dyslexia Association. She is also trained in Wilson Reading Systems.   Connect with Rachel Kapp: ChildNEXUS Provider Profile Kapp Educational Therapy Group Website @KappEdTherapy on Instagram Learn Smarter Podcast @LearnSmarterPodcast on Instagram Email: hello@kappedtherapy.com    Links and Related Resources: The Intersection of Executive Function, ADHD, and Other Learning Differences Episode 10: Building Independence Through Educational Therapy with Rachel Kapp   Connect with Us: Get on our Email List Book a Consultation Get Support and Connect with a ChildNEXUS Provider Check out some amazing schools for incredible students   The Diverse Thinking Different Learning podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or the host, Dr. Karen Wilson.

My guest today is Dr. Peng Peng, co-author of a recently-published meta-analysis that examined the role of strategy instruction with struggling readers in grades 3-12. The analysis sought to understand which strategies, and which strategy combinations, are most important to prioritize in a time-crunched intervention setting. Later, I'm joined by my colleague Elisha Li for a conversation about practical takeaways for the classroom. ****Read a full transcript of this episode, and learn more about the show at https://www.jenniferserravallo.com/podcast More about Peng Peng's research on working memoryMore on the Effectiveness of Multi Stratergy ReadingDr. Kintsch's ReadingComprehension Model****More about Dr. Peng Peng:Dr. Peng Peng's research aims to bridge cognitive psychology and special education. He is interested in embedding high-level cognitive skills training into academic instructions for children with severe learning difficulties. In particular, he has been working on projects to design instruction that can incorporate cognitive strategy, meta-cognition, and reading skills. Another line of his research is meta-analysis that examines reading and mathematics learning across cultures and languages. Currently, he is working on several meta projects to investigate the bidirectional relation (and mechanism) between general cognition and learning during development.Dr. Peng Peng's work has been published in journals including Psychological Bulletin, Review of Educational Research, Journal of Educational Psychology, Journal of Learning Disabilities, Educational Psychology Review, Learning and Individual Differences, Exceptional Children, Scientific Studies of Reading, Child Development Perspectives, Journal of Special Education, Learning Disability Quarterly, and Journal of Experimental Child Psychology. He is the recipient of 2018 Early Career Award from International Dyslexia Association, the associate editor of Reading and Writing, and serves on the editorial board of Psychological Bulletin, Review of Educational Research, Journal of Educational Psychology, Journal of Learning Disabilities, Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, and Annals of Dyslexia.Special thanks to Alex Van Rose for audio editing this episode. Support this show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TotheClassroom (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TotheClassroom) Support the show

With a little help from their librarian friend, Ariel and Sebastian are on their way to the city aquarium, with the a plan to rescue Ariel's mother! But they're cutting it close to the Sea Queen's deadline. Will they be successful, or will Ariel belong to the Sea Queen forever?This season of ABC Story Sisters is dedicated to raising awareness and support for children with dyslexia. Visit the International Dyslexia Association to learn more about dyslexia and how you can get involved!  For more fun and behind the scenes, follow @abcstorysisters on Instagram.

It's back to school time for the ABC Story Sisters!    Enjoy this encore episode of our Back to School Special with Dorktales Storytime Podcast as you get ready for a new school year.  Remember, it's not how  you start the race, it's how you finish!Chapter Six of The Little Mermaid is coming August 29. In the meantime, we're wishing all our little listeners a happy back to school! This season of ABC Story Sisters is dedicated to raising awareness and support for children with dyslexia. Visit the International Dyslexia Association to learn more about dyslexia and how you can get involved!  For more fun and behind the scenes, follow @abcstorysisters on Instagram.

After a long hiatus, the ABC Story Sisters return, with part two of The Little Mermaid!! If you need a refresher on part one, be sure to listen to episodes 1-4, wherever you get your podcasts! Ariel and her friends are back, in their mission to save her mother from captivity on land.  The sisters are joined by a very special guest and fellow podcast host, Dr. Tricia Jenkins!  If you're a grown up who likes listening to podcasts, check out the new season of Worldwide, coming Wednesday, August 2nd (for adult ears only)!This season of ABC Story Sisters is dedicated to raising awareness and support for children with dyslexia. Visit the International Dyslexia Association to learn more about dyslexia and how you can get involved!  For more fun and behind the scenes, follow @abcstorysisters on Instagram.New episodes of ABC Story Sisters are released every two weeks! Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode!

Are you thinking about starting a private practice but want to keep it small? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Heather Caska who plans to do just that. She talks about her clinic space, how she gets clients, how she wants to stay small on purpose, and why growth doesn't mean having a large practice. If you've been thinking about starting a private practice to serve a specific population, or if you want to see an example of a smaller but thriving private practice, you aren't going to want to miss this episode. Heather is a certified speech-language pathologist and owner of HBC Language and Literacy. She has over 10 years of experience as a speech-language pathologist. Heather is also the President of the Arizona Branch of the International Dyslexia Association.She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Arizona and completed her Master's in Clinical Speech-Language Pathology from Northern Arizona University. She has experience working with a variety of communication disorders; however, her true passion lies in working with children with dyslexia and their families and educating other SLPs on their role in early identification of dyslexia.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Heather's SLP journey and why she decided to start her private practiceHow Heather gets her clientsThe transition from home health to a brick-and-mortar practiceWho Heather helps in her private practice and what she does for themWhy Heather decided to keep her private practice small How Heather keeps sight of what really matters and sets boundaries in her businessThe other areas Heather wants to explore outside of clinical practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Heather! Growth means different things to different people, and my goal for you and anyone in the Grow Your Private Practice program is to help you grow your private practice to a level that feels right for you. For many people, that means serving your community without overbooking your schedule. To learn more about the Grow Your Private Practice Program, visit GrowYourPrivatePractice.comWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Heather's website: https://www.soarwithwords.com/Follow Heather on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soarwithwords/Learn more about dyslexia education: https://soarwithwords.teachable.com/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook:

The “science of reading” refers to a vast body of multidisciplinary research providing a rationale for what must be taught to ensure almost all students can learn to read. Our podcast guests have championed this movement and supported organizations such as the International Dyslexia Association®, The Reading League, Decoding Dyslexia, The National Council on Teacher Quality, and The American Federation of Teachers who are advancing awareness of reading science.But is this movement enough to develop more effective literacy instruction? Join us as our guests discuss why it may not be, unless teaching practices themselves receive more attention.The “what” or content of reading instruction is often characterized with reference to the “five pillars” or “five components” that were each addressed by The National Reading Panel Report of 2000. Most state standards and policy guidelines name these essential components of instruction: phoneme awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Often added to the list are oral language, spelling, and writing. The content-related issue now being debated concerns the interrelationships of these components, their relative emphasis—for whom and at what point in reading development—and what level of content mastery to expect. We know the impact of curriculum content is diluted without systematic, explicit, cumulative teaching of the lessons.Our experts will discuss:How policy and practice guidelines about the science of reading often mention the importance of “systematic, explicit” instruction. Yet, the “how” of teaching seems to be getting short shrift in comparison to the emphasis on the “what.”Why the right reading content must be married to best teaching practices of the “direct instruction” varietyThe importance of structured language teaching, especially for students who are struggling, with an emphasis on languageWhy developing expertise in lesson delivery and evaluation is a long-term but very rewarding undertaking which will transform the “science of reading” into “success for all”

The ability to get started on a task right away even when you don't feel like doing it is an executive functioning skill for students and adults. And it's not just an academic skill, it's a life skill. That's why it is an important topic and discussing it can help a lot of students and their families. Returning to the podcast are Jenny Drennan and Hannah Ross. Jenny and Hannah have both been on the podcast before but as separate interviews. Now they are together to talk about task initiation and the work they do with students to help them get the ball rolling. Not only do they beautifully explain task initiation and why it is hard, but they provide strategies to use at home and at school, for both children and adults, to help with this struggle.   Show Notes: [2:44] - Task initiation is misunderstood and often associated with laziness and motivation. [3:46] - Students developmentally don't have the self-talk skills yet to talk themselves through starting a task. [5:03] - At school, this can look like a student not working on assignments or taking a long time to get started. [6:12] - When we struggle to gain momentum on a task, it is likely a task that is something we aren't looking forward to or is daunting. [7:23] - Task initiation brings up a lot of conflict in families. [9:21] - It's important to know that this struggle is human nature and that we all have tasks that are challenging to start. But there are factors that make it harder for some. [11:33] - Lack of interest in the task can also lead to struggling with starting it. [12:53] - Part of the work Jenny and Hannah do is help parents in interacting with their child that struggles with task initiation. [14:42] - There are also ripple effects to struggling with task initiation. [16:03] - When students can unlock what helps them initiate tasks, they are usually less anxious and stressed as well. [17:40] - This isn't just an academic skill. It's a life skill. [18:37] - Modifying distractions is a strategy to help students in their environment. [20:18] - Routines are also very helpful but can be difficult to stick to. [21:32] - Breaking a task into smaller chunks is a great way to make a large task approachable and manageable. [23:29] - Scheduling breaks is helpful for some students but is used on a case by case basis. [25:35] - Modify the instructions in a school task to be less detailed and use verbs. [28:19] - Allow students to make mistakes and focus on the process instead. [29:45] - A student's experience needs to also be validated. [31:20] - Modeling task initiation and using your own self-talk out loud when you don't want to do something is a great way to help develop the child's self-talk. [32:44] - You can download a free guide that includes strategies for task initiation by clicking here.  Be sure to also check out the links below.   About Our Guests: Jenny Drennan is a Certified Educational Therapist and Founder of WeThrive Learning, Jenny specializes in supporting students with ADHD, and math and writing challenges. Drawing on best practices and the latest research, her practice provides 1-1 support for students and families globally. She is certified by ImpactParents as a Sanity School® behavior therapy program trainer and is attaining her certification as a  dyscalculia specialist by the Association of Dyscalculia.    Hannah Ross is a professional educational therapist based in Los Angeles, California. Her practice, Summit Learning, specializes in providing dyslexia remediation, as well as executive function coaching to learners of all ages, both in person and virtually.   Hannah currently serves as the vice-president of the International Dyslexia Association of Los Angeles, in addition to being a member of the Association of Educational Therapists.    Connect with Jenny and Hannah: ChildNEXUS Provider Profile: Jenny Drennan Email Jenny@WeThriveLearning.com  We Thrive Learning Website ChildNEXUS Provider Profile: Hannah Ross Email HannahRoss.EdTherapy@gmail.com Summit Learning Website   Links and Related Resources: Episode 11: Executive Functioning 101 Episode 12: Executive Functioning Support for Struggling Learners with Hannah Ross Episode 70: How to Help Students Develop Good Study Skills with Jenny Aguilar Strategies for Task Initiation (download)   Trying to figure out next steps in supporting your child?  Book a 1:1 consultation with Dr. Karen Wilson - https://www.childnexus.com/consultation  Join our email list so that you can receive information about upcoming webinars - ChildNEXUS.com The Diverse Thinking Different Learning podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or the host, Dr. Karen Wilson.  

Tim Shanahan, Louisa Moats, Linnea Ehri, Wilson Reading Systems, Orton-Gillingham profiteers, SOR advocates, the International Dyslexia Association, and other plucky little phonics penguins are advocating that we teach children to read by guessing at words. Their skills-first approach to reading instruction is based on the phonological processing model. Sometimes called the simple view of reading, this model defines reading as a combination of decoding (sounding out words) and listening comprehension. Essentially, you sound out words and listen to the speech in the headIf you come to a word you don't recognize, students are taught to put sounds to each of the letters, then put all the sounds together, then guess what the word is based on the sounds. This is nothing more than a grapheme-phoneme word-guessing game. We've got to put a stop to this horrible, horrible travesty of reading instruction.

In November 2022, our Literacy Talks hosts attended the International Dyslexia Association's 73rd annual conference. In this episode, you'll have the opportunity to travel with them virtually as they share their key takeaways from the conference and their impressions of the many memorable presentations they attended. From new findings in brain research to effective intervention and prevention models of instruction and the connection between health and reading, this episode takes listeners on a whirlwind visit to the IDA conference.Subscribe to our Literacy Talks podcast digest and never miss an episode! We'll send you summaries of every session, links to the resources discussed on each show, and some extra goodies so that your learning never stops.Subscribe to our podcast digest today at readinghorizons.com/literacytalks.

While the sisters take a holiday break, they're revisiting a fan favorite Christmas classic in this week's curtain call reading of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,  from season three!We'll be back with the second half of The Little Mermaid after the new year.  In the meantime, we hope you'll enjoy revisiting some of our holiday classics!This season of ABC Story Sisters is dedicated to raising awareness and support for children with dyslexia. Visit the International Dyslexia Association to learn more about dyslexia and how you can get involved!  For more fun and behind the scenes, and a special holiday giveaway, follow @abcstorysisters on Instagram.

Trauma impacts every facet of our being. Today we'll hear from educator and author, Dr. Melissa Sadin. As part of our Dyslexia Awareness month series, Dr. Sadin will share her personal story about how trauma and reading affected her family. Trauma can get in the way of the brain learning to read but we can help our students through intentional instructional practices. ResourcesThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Developmental Trauma Disorder ACES STUDY​​The Trauma Foundation Carol Dweck Growth Mindset  Bessel van der Kolk, MD The Attachment and Trauma NetworkTNTP's The Opportunity Myth

In this episode, we talk with Sydney Bassard, a clinical speech language pathologist, also known as The Listening SLP. Inspired by her brother's experience with dyslexia, she became a speech language pathologist and began advocating within her community so educators and parents can be informed and actualize reading science into practice. Sydney defines the role of the speech language pathologist in the community and in the school to help us better connect language and literacy. ResourcesThe Listening SLP Developmental Speech Sound MilestonesThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Connect with usFacebook and join our Facebook Group Twitter Instagram Visit our website and stay connected with Melissa and Lori!Helping teachers learn about science of reading, knowledge building, and high quality curriculum. 

In this episode, we talk with former balanced literacy teacher and parent, Missy Purcell. She authored a blog post titled Dear Balanced Literacy Teacher. Missy writes, “According to Nancy Young's ladder of reading, roughly 10-15% of kids can figure out reading out with this type of instruction, but my child, who would later be diagnosed with dyslexia, would never be able to become a proficient reader with any version of balanced literacy. He, according to Young, like 85% of students, benefit from or need systematic explicit instruction that follows a scope and sequence with fidelity to become proficient readers and writers.” We want to normalize the idea that most kids CAN learn how to read with structured literacy instruction. ResourcesDear Balanced Literacy Teacher Looking for Heroes: One Boy, One Year, 100 Letters 2nd EditionThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Connect with usFacebook and join our Facebook Group Twitter Instagram Visit our website to stay connected with Melissa and Lori!Helping teachers learn about science of reading, knowledge building, and high quality curriculum. 

As part of our Dyslexia Awareness Month series, listen to a previous episode with parent and advocate Katie Hickerson. September 24, 2021 “I just thought kids learned how to read… and my daughter didn't. She could identify 4 letters by the end of kindergarten .” Katie Hickerson's daughter, Cora, went from a joyous little one to a child with lots of big feelings after starting school, saying she felt stupid.Katie pulled Cora out of school to be homeschooled - providing structured literacy instruction alongside rigorous tutoring through the International Dyslexia Association. In less than two years, Cora went from meeting a 1% reading benchmark to 92% and was back to herself - full of joy, laughter, and confidence. How can parents (and educators) support the reading science movement? Listen and learn!

Today we have a special episode featuring four parents from all over the United States. One thing they have in common is that they have children with dyslexia. They are courageously sharing their stories as reading science advocates working for systemic change.  ResourcesDyslexia-specific Resources:International Dyslexia Association The Dyslexia InitiativeThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Featuring Parents from Today's Episode: COKID Colorado Dyslexia advocacy group  Both Sides of the Table,  Dystinct Magazine featuring Erica Kaufmann, July 2022 Behaviors Before Dyslexia, The Dyslexia Initiative, Lauren TaylorConnect with us!Facebook and join our Facebook Group Twitter Instagram Visit our website to stay connected with Melissa and Lori. Helping teachers learn about science of reading, knowledge building, and high quality curriculum. 

Dr. J. Richard Gentry, Dyslexia Expert and the “Guru of Spelling,” joins us on the podcast today to discuss dyslexia. Dyslexia is a specific learning disability, neurobiological in origin. It's the #1 reading disability that manifests itself in a continuum. People with dyslexia have difficulty in accurate fluent reading,  spelling, and decoding abilities. Dr. Gentry shares his personal story of overcoming dyslexia, how dyslexia affects people, and how teachers can help students with dyslexia in the classroom. ResourcesDr. J. Richard Gentry's Psychology Today Blog: Raising Readers, Writers, and Spellers Dyslexia Resources from Richard's Psychology Today Blog: 7 Ways to Accommodate People with Dyslexia in the Classroom Recognizing Dyslexia May Prevent Low Self-Esteem and AnxietyEducators Can Help Young Children Diagnosed with Dyslexia A Guide to Early Markers of DyslexiaThese resources from the International Dyslexia Association are helpful to spread the word on social media about October as Dyslexia Awareness Month! Susan Barton Connect with us!Facebook and join our Facebook Group Twitter Instagram Visit our website to sign up to stay connected with Melissa and Lori. Helping teachers learn about science of reading, knowledge building, and high quality curriculum. 

Welcome to the first episode of Literacy Untangled! Today, I'm breaking down the International Dyslexia Association's definition of dyslexia and describing the outcomes of someone living with this neurological disability. One in five people is diagnosed with dyslexia, but what does it actually mean? In short, it unexpectedly affects a person's ability to process written language and can lead to problems with reading comprehension, limited vocabulary, and limited background knowledge. Tune in to learn more about what dyslexia is and how it shows up in learning environments. Listen to the episode on Spotify, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What a neurobiological disability is Examples of seeing and processing information differently Why people with dyslexia often struggle with reading comprehension What is included (and excluded) under the umbrella of Specific Learning Disabilities Characteristics and consequences of dyslexia Resources Mentioned: International Dyslexia Association Connect: Visit my website Sign up for my newsletter Follow me on Instagram Join me on Facebook Download my FREE guide: Dyslexia Defined

When you first learn your child is dyslexic, you may feel pretty overwhelmed with all of the resources available.   Yet, not all resources are created equal.   In this episode, Nicole is sharing the resources available on the International Dyslexia Association's website.  You Got This!Back to School Bootcamp for Moms, VIP ExperienceAll things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.comFree Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlifeSupport the show

On todays episode of Ask Dr Jessica, our guest is Danielle Abramson M.Ed., ET/P.  Danielle is the President of the International Dyslexia Association in Los Angeles (IDALA).  She explains what dyslexia is exactly, how to identify dyslexia, and Danielle offers resources  for parents to help them support a child with dyslexia.    Some of the most brilliant and successful people have a diagnosis of dyslexia—including Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, John Lennon, Jim Carrey, Steven Spielberg and many more. For resources on dyslexia go to: www.dyslexiala.orgYou can follow Danielle on Instagram @dyslexialaDr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children.  Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner. Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss?  Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com. Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessicaSubscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr JessicaSubscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr JessicaSubscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.comThe information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only.  She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals.  If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

Welcome to Dyslexia Coffee Talk with The Dyslexia Initiative. Grab your coffee and join us for a conversation. We are so excited to have you join us! On this week's episode of Dyslexia Coffee Talk we are joined by Josh Clark. Josh is an educator and the head of The Schenck School in Atlanta, Georgia, and a board member for the International Dyslexia Association. Dyslexic himself, and the father of dyslexic children, Josh has incredible insight on today's education challenges, and great advice for parents. Host: Ashley Roberts

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode Summary:Did you know that dyslexia not only affects literacy development but language as well? I didn't…. But now I do (and you will too!) thanks to this week's super cool episode with Jeannette Washington of Bearly Articulating. Jeannette has many super powers, including SLP spidey senses and mad tech skills, which she uses daily to support students with dyslexia in Detroit, Michigan. Jeannette walks us through the SLP's role in supporting students with dyslexia using practical suggestions and a contagious sense of humor. You'll learn to leave your ego at the IEP room door as you step into this shared, literacy support role. But don't worry, this isn't yet another thing you need to be an “expert” at. Jeannette assures us that your involvement as an SLP in supporting students with dyslexia doesn't always mean you're in the driver's seat. Tune in and you'll ride away with some great tips, including some high tech and not so high tech, multisensory intervention strategies you can add to your therapy toolbox right now. Even if you're not looking to be a dyslexia guru anytime soon, this episode is a must listen for anyone serving in the schools. Buckle up for a goodie!Learn more about Jeannette here.Learning Outcomes1. Define how speech pathologists fit into the intervention process of Dyslexia in the schools.2. Provide a comprehensive list of the components of a Dyslexia diagnosis.3. Identify strategies/techniques/programs that speech pathologists can implement to target phonemic awareness.Online Resources:Technical Difficulties: Why Dyslexic Narratives Matter in Tech, by Jeanette WashingtonInternational Dyslexia AssociationThe Test of Integrated Language and Literacy SkillsThe Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators Decoding DyslexiaDisclosures:Jeannette Washington Financial Relationships: Jeannette is the owner of Bearly Articulating and the author of “Technical Difficulties: Why Dyslexic Narratives Matter in Tech”. Jeannette Washington non-financial relationships: Jeannette is a member of the International Dyslexia Association and the Michigan Speech Language and Hearing Association.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of how speech pathologists fit into the intervention process of Dyslexia in the schools.15 minutes: Descriptions of a comprehensive list of the components of a Dyslexia diagnosis10 minutes: Descriptions of strategies/techniques/programs that speech pathologists can implement to target phonemic awareness5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

This episode spotlights Tracey Robertson, a nonprofit leader and community organizer who was tired of hearing her neighbors repeat stereotypes she knew were not true. She figured that to change the narrative, people needed to be able to see each other more clearly, as complex individuals each with a story to share. In this episode, we learn about a project called Color-Brave that evolved from conversations in a coffee shop to a traveling exhibit and book. You'll meet Mushe and Shawn, featured in Color-Brave, and the photographer and museum curator who made it possible.Voices in this episode:Tracey Robertson co-founded and directed Fit Oshkosh, Inc from 2014-2020. Fit Oshkosh, Inc. was a non-profit social justice organization with the mission to promote social transformation, race equity, and justice through Color-Brave conversations, education, advocacy, and research. Tracey specializes in anti-racist curriculum development and has delivered workshops to clients across the United States and Canada. Her 2017 TedX Oshkosh Talk, “Black Girls Aren't Magic,” received a standing ovation and has been viewed worldwide. She is currently a trainer with Quad Consulting DEI Consultants.Colleen Bies was born and raised in Wisconsin. Prior to her role as Regional Project Director for Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC), Colleen served in the Army National Guard, worked in finance, and created 2 businesses as an entrepreneur. Married for 14 years and a big believer in community, her work is dedicated to servicing her community and supporting her family. You can find Colleen's 2019 TEDxOshkosh talk on Why Children of Immigrants Work so Hard here and her photography here.Mushe Subulwa is the Director of SEPO Zambia, a non-profit dedicated to sustainability, education, and progress in western Zambia. Subulwa received the Daisy Frazier Social Justice Award in 2019 for his work with SEPO Zambia.Shawn Anthony Robinson, Ph.D. is a leading scholar on African American boys with dyslexia. Dr. Robinson has over 40 publications and is a public speaker, consultant, and educator. He is affiliated with Wisconsin's Equity & Inclusion Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison Area Technical College, American University, and an active Board member with the International Dyslexia Association. His goal is to change the narrative around dyslexia. His website can be found here.Aaron Sherer has served as the Executive Director of the Paine Art Center and Gardens since 2002. Sherer leads a varied exhibitions program, including shows by artists such as Dale Chihuly, Normal Rockwell, and Ansel Adams, as well as lamps by Louis Comfort Tiffany and costumes from the television show Downton Abbey. Sherer also initiated the annual Nutcracker in the Castle holiday presentation, now preparing for its 15th year, and he has overseen more than $10 million of historic preservation and capital improvements to the historic estate. Sherer lives in Oshkosh with his husband and four sons.

My guest today is Dr. Stephanie Nelson, a board-certified peadiatric neuropsychologist. Dr. Nelson walks us through the nuances of neuropsychological assessments and how they can help us coordinate care for our patients.   Dr. Nelson specializes in complex differential diagnosis. Her day-to-day work involves comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and outreach to the community through presentations, workshops, and volunteer work. She also spends half her time providing consultation to psychologists and neuropsychologists who specialize in pediatric assessment.   [00:01] Dr. Stephanie Nelson Shares Her Story With Us  Dr. Nelson  wanted to be a teacher at first but ended up as a neuropsychologist She tells us what happened  Dr. Nelson tells us the difference between clinical psychology and neuropsychology [06:55] Differentiating Dyslexia from Other Learning Disabilities  Neuropsychologists like to say they're psychologists first, then neuropsychologists second Dr. Nelson tells us why The other things that neuropsychologists test aside from memory  Should you go to a neuropsychologist or clinical psychologist first?  Don't be confused with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia with these explanations from Dr. Nelson!  She talks about Rapid Naming  Factors that affect comprehension  [18:07] Determining the Right Intervention for the Child  Determining the true situation of the child to choose the right intervention  The top question that neuropsychologists get from parents and pediatricians  Special education in schools  Qualifying for special education services  Resources with informative content for pediatricians and parents  Links below  [28:11] Determining the Right Intervention for the Child  The role of neuropsychologists in helping children with Down syndrome  Learning multifactorial skills  What Dr. Nelson always tells the parents when asking for a neuropsychological evaluation  How pediatricians should read neuropsychological reports  3 things for families to know more about their children  [38:32] The Right Time to Seek Evaluation  How Dr. Nelson writes her neuropsychological reports  The challenge in giving treatments to kids who exhibit learning disabilities  Dr. Nelson shares her insights about seeking an evaluation for children  Dyslexia is heritable   [44:29] Closing Segment   Final takeaways: A neuropsychologist goes one step farther than the clinical psychologist A neuro psych evaluation may be really helpful for specific cognitive concern Neuropsych testing tackles cognitive domains language, sensory-motor, executive function, and social cognition, just to name a few. Consider Dyslexia Math and writing disorders are also multifactorial Special education in schools should address the needs of students  Dr. Nelson's goal of creating a roadmap of needs that meets challenges and come up with a diagnosis that makes sense Family history is crucial  When to consider neuropsychology  Key Quotes: “Writing is just language on paper. So if you have trouble with language, it's going to show up in your writing.” - Dr. Stephanie Nelson “ADHD has similar heritability numbers as well. So getting that family history, of course, is really important.” - Dr. Stephanie Nelson Email snelson@skylightneuropsychology.com to connect with Dr. Nelson or check out https://www.skylightneuropsychology.com/ (Skylight Neuropsychology) to know more about her work.  Resources Mentioned: Pediatric Meltdown Episode 42: https://apple.co/3h0NZYw (Deciphering Psychological Assessment Reports: What You Need to Know) https://bit.ly/3h4WUs9 (The Orton Gillingham Method) https://www.understood.org/ (Understood.org) https://dyslexiaida.org/ (International Dyslexia Association) https://www.wrightslaw.com...