Ready to help every student become a proficient reader? Join literacy expert Anna Geiger, M.Ed., for practical conversations about teaching reading well. Anna brings you real talk about implementing the science of reading in your classroom, breaking down the research into steps you can take right away, and helping you build the confidence to reach all your readers. Whether you're navigating your own shift from balanced literacy or looking for strategies that work for diverse learners, you'll ...
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Literacy Instruction Podcasts
The All for Literacy podcast connects you with the voices, research, and practices transforming how we teach reading—because every student deserves instruction that works. Through monthly podcasts, hosted by Lexia’s Senior Education Advisor Kerri Larkin, this series forges connections between literacy research and educators’ knowledge and skills. This is a conversation that will have a real impact on teachers and students, with actionable information and research designed to support our goal ...
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In our first season, we heard from experienced practitioners and learners who shared practical advice, effective strategies, and best practices to help inspire and guide those just starting out in the world of literacy instruction. This season, we’re taking things a step further. Exploring Canada’s Literacy Landscape: Innovative Approaches is a 13-part series where we’ll travel across the country—province by province, territory by territory—to uncover creative and effective literacy programs ...
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Join the Knowledge Matters Campaign in this thought-provoking and engaging exploration of the vital role of knowledge-building in education. Each season delves into pressing issues, innovative ideas, and transformative solutions. It’s a must-listen for educators, administrators, parents, and anyone with an interest in the evolving landscape of learning.
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The MindPlay podcast brings together education leaders to explore current and future K-12 instruction. Focused on curriculum, teaching, and innovation, it offers insights into literacy, personalized learning, and technology, helping educators improve student outcomes and drive meaningful change in schools.
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Hosted by Pam Austin, these discussions will feature dialogues with experienced educators, inspiring thought leaders, social media influencers, and leading education innovators.
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The Literacy View podcast is dedicated to providing educators and parents with Breaking News and cutting-edge research in literacy instruction. Nicknamed by one of their listeners as the “Spice Girls of Literacy,” Faith and Judy, two veteran educators who still work in the trenches, bring their expertise, senses of humor, and passion for literacy instruction to the show, making it an engaging and informative experience for listeners. Never shying away from controversial topics and guests, an ...
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OnYourMark is a mission-driven podcast exploring how high-dosage virtual tutoring can close early literacy gaps and expand opportunity for students across the country. Through conversations with superintendents, chief academic officers, and education leaders, the show dives into scalable solutions that merge human connection with data-driven instruction. The tone is intelligent, purposeful, and compassionate, focused on equity, access, and impact
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Hi there, I'm Jocelyn Seamer. Teacher, former school leader, author, and all around cheerleader for teachers everywhere. Learning to read and write is a matter of social justice. Every child deserves to learn through evidence informed practices, and every teacher deserves to be fully supported to make that happen.The Structured Literacy Podcast goes beyond the program to get to the heart of what it's really like to build a structured approach to literacy across the school.
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Join AJ Bianco and Christopher J. Nesi as they explore professional development for educators, featuring expert insights on teaching strategies, technology integration, and educational policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Curious. Confident. Knowledgeable about the world. A content-rich approach to teaching history supports all this and more—even in our youngest students. Yet history has all but disappeared from American elementary schools. On the the History Matters Podcast, we explore the vast untapped potential of high-quality history instruction to build knowledge, accelerate literacy, and prepare students to participate in civic life. In inspiring conversations with curriculum experts, teachers, and inst ...
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Welcome to "Teaching Python Podcast,” the go-to podcast for anyone interested in the intersection of education and coding. Hosted by Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor, this podcast dives into the thrills and challenges of teaching middle school computer science through the engaging and versatile Python programming language. About the Hosts: Kelly Paredes brings a wealth of global experience in curriculum design and currently inspires sixth and eighth graders at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdal ...
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Descriptions of effective teaching often depict an idealized form of "perfect" instruction. Yet, pursuing perfection in teaching, which depends on children's behavior, is ultimately futile. To be effective, lessons and educators need to operate with about 75% efficiency. The remaining 25% can be impactful, but expecting it in every lesson, every day, is unrealistic. Perfection in teaching may be unattainable, but progress is not. Whether you are aiming for the 75% effectiveness mark or striv ...
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READ: Research Education ADvocacy Podcast connects you with prominent researchers, thought leaders, and educators who share their work, insights, and expertise about current research and best practices in fields of education and child development. READ is hosted by Danielle Gomez, EdD, and produced by The Windward Institute. Learn more at www.thewindwardschool.org/wi or visit READ's homepage at www.readpodcast.org
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In this podcast, the team at Jocelyn Seamer Education and I will dive deep into all things structured literacy. We will unpack our online resources and analyse chapters from my books.
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Getting Students to Write- Helping Elementary and Middle School teachers improve student writing.
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Are you a K-8 Elementary or Middle School ELA teacher wondering how to get your students to write? This podcast is for teachers looking for a way to revamp and transform their writing time! You don't need daily lesson plans or prompts-you just need to understand what writers need! In this inspiring podcast, you will hear about the struggles, pitfalls, practices, and joy of teaching writing in a student-centered (workshop) model. Melissa guides you through the journey away from a more traditi ...
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Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators
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Literacy in Color is the go-to podcast for elementary teachers, literacy coaches, and reading interventionists who are passionate about bringing the Science of Reading to life in vibrant, engaging, and effective ways. Hosted by Michelle Sullivan — a seasoned literacy expert & Science of Reading advocate - with over a decade of experience as a reading interventionist & literacy coach — this show is designed to help you captivate your learners, boost reading fluency, and foster a deep understa ...
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CCIRA Inc., Colorado's literacy organization, is ready to chat about literacy with some fantastic literacy experts. Get ready to learn, expand your list of educational heroes, and gather ideas about ways you can improve your teaching practice.
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You're in the "write" place. This podcast is for Kindergarten, first, and second grade teachers wanting to gather ideas for writing instruction (with a sprinkle of other literacy topics). With over 20 years of experience and a passion for teaching writing, your host, Stacy, will dig into various topics to bring your writing block to the next level. As someone who is still in the classroom, Stacy will bring you current information that has been tried and tried again. Along with teaching exper ...
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In this ongoing podcast series, hosts Grace Cacini and Natalie Schloss will interview professionals in the field of speech, language, and hearing science to shed light on how their work supports the teaching of reading and writing skills. These episodes are intended for educators, students, caregivers, and any individuals who work with children who struggle with reading and writing tasks.
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Learn to navigate the landscape of business. Get a 360-degree view of leading trends in different aspects such as: Business knowledge Project Management Technical skills Social and interpersonal skills Digital Marketing Learning and Development Change Management Leadership and Coaching Job Search and much more with every episode. With every episode, tune into Redefine Instruction’s podcast series for a fresh perspective.
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The Literacy Dive Podcast: Reading and Writing Strategies for Upper Elementary Teachers and Parents
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Do you find yourself seeking new implementations when it comes to literacy instruction? Do you crave fresh ideas and engaging lessons to transform your students into skilled readers and writers? The Literacy Dive Podcast was created to provide educators, like you, with actionable steps and strategies to improve teaching reading and writing. Your host, Megan Polk, is the creator and owner of The Literacy Dive, a company that creates educational, literacy curriculum that aims to close the gap ...
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A Conversation in Finance is an extension of RTM Financial Educators whose purpose is to increase financial literacy through seminars, workshops and classroom instruction. ACIF casually discusses one individual’s highs and lows of financial management.
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The adult literacy sector has been developed over the years through the work of many dedicated, long-term literacy workers who have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience. We in the adult literacy field, like many sectors, experienced a notable increase in staff turnover during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused many experienced instructors to reflect on their personal and professional lives and for some, it accelerated their plans to retire. As these literacy specialists ret ...
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A Shifting the Balance podcast, featuring authors Katie Egan Cunningham, Dr. Jan Burkins and Kari Yates.
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Phonics Rules for Kids | Homeschool Kindergarten and First Grade Reading Curriculum, Online Reading Tutor, Alphabet Worksheets
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Do you worry that you won’t be able to teach your kiddo how to read? Are you overwhelmed by curriculum choice wonder which one is best? Do you wish you had an EXACT routine to follow for your child’s daily phonics instruction? I am so excited you’re here! It’s time to check the boxes for phonics instruction on your daily homeschool reading schedule. You’ll will get pro tips for teaching phonics skills so that your child can become a confident reader AND leave you feeling successful at the en ...
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🎙️ Hollywood or History Hosted by Dr. Scott Roberts Hollywood or History is a podcast that explores the powerful intersection of film and social studies education. Hosted by educator and author Dr. Scott Roberts, each episode features interviews with contributing authors from the Hollywood or History? book series—a collection of classroom-ready lesson plans designed to help teachers critically engage students with historically themed Hollywood films. From exploring what Hollywood gets right ...
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The Literacy Lounge: Uncover the Magic of Reading Through Ciera Harris’ Guide to Building Comprehension
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Welcome to The Literacy Lounge! This is a podcast designed for elementary school teachers and homeschool parents on a mission to master the art of literacy instruction and cultivate a love of reading in students. Join your host, Ciera Harris, as she opens the door to a world of transformative teaching strategies that will make you a literacy champion in your classroom. Ciera and her guests will dive into topics such as The Science of Reading, the 5 components of reading (phonemic awareness, ...
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Welcome to Progressively Incorrect, a podcast about the teacher-centered and the student-centered, the traditional and the progressive, in education. Hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell on educationrickshaw.com
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Swimming Upstream host Tom Luna, is a former school board member was privileged to serve as a Senior Advisor to US Sec of Education Rod Paige. He also served for eight years as Idaho's State Superintendent of Public Instruction. During that time, he was the President of the Council of Chief State School Officers. On his podcast, Swimming Upstream, he visits with courageous leaders who challenge the prevailing tide and inspire all of us to swim against the current. Let’s jump in. About Our Ho ...
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This podcast is for teachers who are passionate about working with multilingual learners. Some links are Amazon Affiliate links. The podcast receives a tiny commission at no expense to buyers.
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Everyone wants to see children and young adults succeed in math, but it can be difficult to sort myths from facts in education. Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for conversations with leading educators and researchers about the importance of math, effective teaching methods, and debunking common myths about math and teaching. Chalk & Talk is a podcast for anyone interested in education, including educators, parents, and students.
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Podclassed is focused on sharing a variety of perspectives on varying topics in education with the goal of improving education for every student. While we’re not sure that a podcast can change the world, we believe that the first step is having important conversations. Each episode focuses on a specific topic in education. These topics are discussed by parents, educators, and experts and hosted by Laura Axtell, M.Ed. from Reading Horizons. Visit https://www.readinghorizons.com/podclassed to ...
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Ready to earn your AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner credential? The AWS Cloud Practitioner Audio Course is your complete, audio-first companion for mastering the foundational knowledge required to succeed on the certification exam. Designed for learners at all levels, this Audio Course breaks down the essentials of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud into clear, practical, and easy-to-follow lessons. Each episode covers key topics including cloud concepts, AWS core services, security and com ...
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The MCIU Learns podcast is where education leaders, innovators, and experts share insights and best practices to elevate learning and empower schools. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with thought leaders, presenters, and program directors from Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) and beyond. Whether we’re discussing cutting-edge programs, professional development strategies, or the latest trends in education, our goal is to inspire and build capacity in educators, ...
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Teachers and sometimes students discussing how we co-create anti-racist, culturally-responsive, compassionate learning communities. This podcast looks at this through the lens of teaching immigrant and multilingual learners. We teach high school classes driven by student agency. We share practical strategies that have transformed our instruction, as well as practicing compassion and reflection with ourselves.
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Jennifer Serravallo interviews leading literacy researchers and scholars about their work. In each episode, she's joined by colleagues from her consulting team, teachers, and coaches, to talk about practical strategies for bringing the research to the classroom.
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CNUSDEdChat is a podcast for educators and families covering all things k-12 education. Co Hosts, Ivy Ewell-Eldridge, Annemarie Cortez, Kim Kemmer, Jenny Cordura, and Kate Jackson, chat with experts and practitioners on topics including literacy instruction, cultural proficiency, Common Core Math, NGSS, Edtech, and more. With so many changes occurring in 21st century education and learning, what should teachers and families try tomorrow…try this week… and try this month? follow us on Faceboo ...
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Best practices, tips, and stories to help you be extraordinary in your classroom and beyond, featuring Curriculum Associates' Manager, Voice of the Customer, Hayley Browning.
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As the Founder of RootED - Educational Coaching and Consulting, I bring nearly two decades of educational experience and expertise into my coaching and consulting practices. I work with parents and educators as they support and guide their children and students along their academic journeys. I am passionate about Early Childhood Education believing that focused prevention plays a key role in avoiding delayed intervention. I strive to provide my clients with modified and personalized coaching ...
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Being an educator is not like other jobs. You put your whole self into it – it’s soul work. Each episode, we bring you insights, techniques, and strategies rooted in research that you can put into practice in your K-12 classroom right away. Host Rachel Logan (in education for 16 years and counting) uses interviews, great questions, and stories from her experiences in the classroom to make content come to life. Produced by the Sourcewell Education Solutions team.
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School Board meetings, presentations, and performances from Falls Church City Public Schools.
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Teach & Learn is a podcast for curious educators. Hosted by Dr. Cristi Ford and Dr. Emma Zone, each episode features candid conversations with some of the sharpest minds in the K-20 education space. We discuss trending educational topics, teaching strategies and delve into the issues plaguing our schools and higher education institutions today.
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Listen.Think.Leap! is a creative movement podcast that introduces children to dance concepts, critical thinking, self regulation, body awareness and literacy skills through games and easy to follow movement instruction. At Listen.Think.Leap! we believe every child should have access to quality dance education and the tools to explore and build confidence in their creative voice through movement. We believe every child deserves the chance to engage in play based learning that doesn't happen i ...
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Join the Academy for conversations with some of the world’s biggest thought leaders in education. We will also showcase the thoughts and reflections of teachers and school leaders from across Victoria. Find out more about our programs. https://www.academy.vic.gov.au/professional-learning
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The eLearning Coach Podcast
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Connie Malamed is founder of Mastering Instructional Design and publisher of The eLearning Coach. She helps people learn, build and grow instructional design skills. Listen to interviews with expert designers, developers, authors, and professors who provide strategies for effective learning design. If you have a passion for instructional design, cognitive psychology and visual communication, this podcast is for you.
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Welcome to the THRIVEinEDU podcast where learning happens and random thoughts related to all things education are shared. Listen in each week as I talk about some of the emerging trends and topics in education. Topics include Artificial Intelligence, AR/VR, Global Collaborations, Preparing Students for the Future, PBL, SEL, Coding, NFTs, Metaverse, Web3, the Power of PLNS, and more.
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70. How Effective Literacy Instruction Breaks the School-to-Prison Pipeline with Hilderbrand Pelzer III
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In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Michelle welcomes Hilderbrand Pelzer III — award-winning principal, author of Unlocking Potential, national speaker, and a transformational leader whose work inside one of the largest jail systems in America has reshaped conversations about literacy, justice, and hope. Michelle heard Hilderbrand as a keyn…
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A Path Forward: Prioritizing Literacy Instruction for All Students
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In this special LEAD on READ edition of READ Podcast, Head of The Windward School and Executive Director of The Windward Institute, Jamie Williamson, sits down with former New York City Schools Chancellor Dr. Meisha Porter and Assemblymember Robert Carroll ’04, Windward alumnus and advocate for students with dyslexia. Together, they discuss why lit…
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Meridian Parent Coffee: From Chalkboards to Chatbots: AI in FCCPS Classrooms
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A candid conversation between Meridian High School students and teachers about the reality of artificial intelligence in today's educational environment. Recorded at a December 2025 Parent Coffee, this discussion provides authentic insights into how AI tools are being used, the challenges they present, and the opportunities they create. Principal P…
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Building Systems for Every Reader: Inside Palo Alto Unified’s Early Literacy Work
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Mindy Sjoblom sits down with Danae Reynolds, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction at Palo Alto Unified School District, to explore how a high-performing district dug beneath its overall scores to confront unfinished learning and better support student groups who weren’t yet meeting grade-level expectations. Danae shares how Palo Alto Unif…
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Falls Church City School Board Meeting - December 9, 2025 | Audio
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Listen to this emotionally rich School Board meeting featuring significant transitions and heartfelt celebrations in our FCCPS community. Hear the official swearing-in ceremony for newly elected board member Mary Kate Hughes and returning members Lori Silverman and Kathleen Tysse as they begin their 2026-2029 terms. Experience the moving tribute to…
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S5E10: Laura Doherty on the Baltimore Curriculum Project
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In this episode of the Direct Instruction podcast, I’m joined by Laura Doherty, President and CEO of the Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP)—Maryland’s largest operator of neighborhood, PK–8 public charter schools, and one of the longest-running Direct Instruction networks in the United States. For nearly three decades, BCP has been quietly doing so…
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Implementing and Evaluating New Literacy Curriculum with Kelly Harkins
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The process of deciding which High Quality Instructional Materials to adopt is not as straight forward as it might seem. There are good options, and there are good teachers with varying opinions. Kelly Harkins, Supervisor of Elementary English Language Arts, describes her district’s two different processes for selecting two different ELA curricula.…
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Embracing Problem-Based Math Curriculum with Karen Gauthier
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In today's episode, we sit down with STEM Coordinator, and veteran educator, Karen Gauthier to unpack how a problem-based curriculum turns learners into mathematicians who reason, justify, and connect strategies with confidence. Karen traces her 37-year journey from classroom teacher to district leader and explains why shifting to a problem-based m…
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Advancing Multilingual Learner Literacy: District Leadership in Action
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Vista. The webinar recording can be accessed here. District administrators and supervisors are uniquely positioned to drive systemwide change that supports equitable literacy outcomes for multilingual learners. This edWeb podcast discussion brings together perspectives from research, policy, district leadership, a…
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Families Make the Difference: Practical Ways to Boost Early Literacy and Math
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Khan Academy Kids. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Family engagement is one of the highest-leverage ways to accelerate early literacy and math—when it fits real families’ time, languages, and routines. In this edWeb podcast, moderated by Allison Leedie, School Partnerships—Khan Academy Kids and former …
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Boost STEM Anywhere with UDL + Drones: CAST Take Flight
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Robolink, creators of CoDrone EDU. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. What happens when you combine inclusive design with emerging educational technology? CAST’s Take Flight study explored that question, and now YOU can get first access to the study’s impact with actionable recommendations to help …
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Episode 132 Time Stealers turned Time SAVERS
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I know there is not enough time for writing instruction. That means we need writing time to be as efficient as possible! This episode shares my top tips for making writing time the best for your students. Time stealers: Too much teacher talk Too much student talk Lack of writer independence Keeping writers all together Editing for your writers I ho…
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What If We've Been Teaching Spelling All Wrong?
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Send us a text Ep:151 Ep:151-What If We've Been Teaching Spelling All Wrong? VALUE Spelling isn’t a side dish. It’s one of the most powerful drivers of reading and writing success. In this episode, researchers Brennan Chandler and Jessica Toste break open decades of data and show how real spelling instruction builds orthographic mapping, boosts dec…
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71. Uncomplicate Ed: How the Science of Learning Transforms Classrooms with Ashley Doty
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In today’s episode of Literacy in Color, we’re chatting with Ashley Doty, founder of Uncomplicate Ed, an organization dedicated to making teaching and learning clearer, simpler, and more effective. Drawing on two decades of experience across the education landscape (and even a past life as a theater educator!), Ashley brings both heart and science …
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Advancing Grade-Level, Meaningful Instruction Through Mindset and System Alignment
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by UnboundEd. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. While the free GLEAM® instruction framework—grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful—offers guiding principles and strategies to get to the art of teaching, its not-so-secret power lies in its ability to inform systems. This edWeb podcast invite…
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69. Seriously…What on Earth is a Digraph? (Phonics 101 for Moms!)
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💜 Join the FREE Community Get the Course: TEACH YOUR CHILD TO READ: Confidently Model Simple Phonics Skills at Home! [INCLUDES COMPLETE PRINTABLE KINDERGARTEN PHONICS CURRICULUM] ONLINE READING TUTOR! Start Reading in 7 Phonics Tutoring Sessions with Me HERE! Website: https://phonicsrulesforkids.com Email: [email protected] 🎲 PHONICS …
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[Listen again] How to teach sentence comprehension - with Nancy Hennessy
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When our students struggle with comprehension, it may be that we need to go all the way back to the sentence level. In this episode, Nancy Hennessy discusses many different ways that teachers can help improve students' sentence comprehension. You may want to take notes! Get the show notes here: http://themeasuredmom.com/episode163 Get the free Word…
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Little Maths Moments, Big Impact: Supporting your child with maths at home
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Dr Ange Rogers, numeracy leader and coach, discusses the important role parents can play in their children’s mathematics education with Academy Principal in Residence, Phillip Coloca. With parents and carers in mind, this episode explores: how mathematics education has changed over time what mathematics looks like in the classroomtoday how young pe…
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Summer Series - Do Nonsense Words Have a Place in Upper Primary?
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What is the Summer Series? A collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to get you prepared for 2026. Today's Episode In this week's episode, we're going to talk about how Nonsense words play an important part in phonics assessment, but what about in Years 3-6? This week's episode of the structured literacy podcast explo…
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215. Dr. Eugenia Krimmel - Accelerating Newcomer Literacy
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This book supports educators in teaching academic writing skills to Newcomer English Learners (ELs) who are just beginning their English language learning journey. Newcomer ELs typically have minimal familiarity with the English alphabet, which can be an obstacle for them when learning writing, phonics, and spelling in English. Drawing on research …
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Rebuilding teacher training through cognitive science with Jonas Linderoth (Ep 60)
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In this episode, Anna talks with Dr. Jonas Linderoth, a professor of education at the University of Gothenburg, about how influential educational ideas have shaped the teaching profession and why evidence from cognitive science and educational psychology still faces resistance in teacher education. They discuss how education reforms of the 1990s af…
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Partnering for Success for All Students: Part 2 Early Childhood and Special Education
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This episode features specialists Jodi Altringer, Kayla Awolope, and Amy Krueger, who discuss the partnership between general and special education teachers in early childhood and primary years. The conversation explores early intervention and strategies for supporting all students. Guests share personal motivations, favorite success stories, and i…
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Improving Professional Learning Systems for Today’s Educators: Playbook for State and Local Leaders
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This edWeb podcast is hosted by SETDA. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. SETDA, in partnership with ISTE+ASCD, Learning Forward, and FullScale, has developed Improving Professional Learning Systems to Better Support Today’s Educators: How Title II, Part A Offers a Model for State and Local Leadership, a new guide on strengthening s…
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ThriveinEDU Live with guests Deirdre Quarnstrom, Vice President, Education for Microsoft and Trey Davis, Chief Information Officer for Broward County Public Schools
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Deirdre Quarnstrom: Deirdre Quarnstrom is VP, Engineering for Education and leads Microsoft’s AI-enhanced learning product portfolio and strategy. She started her work in education, bringing Minecraft Education to students and educators around the world. Deirdre also serves as a Director on the board of the Block by Block Foundation and is a foundi…
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The Education of an Artist: Lessons from Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Journey
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This podcast is hosted by edWeb. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Lin-Manuel Miranda has transformed the world of musical storytelling with his giant stage and screen hits: Hamilton, In the Heights, Moana, Encanto, and more. But this Grammy-, Tony-, Emmy-, and Pulitzer-winning songwriter didn’t do it alone. As a new book, Lin-Manuel Mira…
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Literacy Success for Every Learner at TUSD
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Summary: In this episode of the Literacy Mindset, Dr. Sabrina Salmon, Senior Director of Exceptional Students at Tucson Unified School District, shares her journey into education and the importance of literacy in student success. She discusses the district's diverse population, the implementation of a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS), and the …
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Building an Inclusive AI Ecosystem for Education With Matthew Winters
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Is artificial intelligence (AI) just for grading and admin tasks? Not according to Matthew Winters. In this episode of Teach & Learn, Dr. Emma Zone chats with Utah’s first state-level AI education specialist about how AI is helping educators turn creative ideas into impactful, inclusive learning experiences. From personalized support to improved ac…
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Practical Productivity for School Leaders - PPD153
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Chris Nesi and A.J. Bianco sit down with educator, author, and school leader Rich Czyz to discuss his latest book, Autopilot: Practical Productivity for School Leaders. Rich shares insights drawn from his experience during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of delegating, automating tasks, and setting boundaries in a busy educational environm…
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Supporting Reading Fluency and Literacy Beyond the Early Grades with Doug Lemov
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In this episode with Doug Lemov we discuss how teachers can support reading fluency and literacy beyond the early grades. Doug also describes his work with professional sports teams helping the coaches be more effective teachers. And much, much more! Books: The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading The Coach's Guide to Teaching Teac…
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Managing the Modern Classroom: Tech Infrastructure as the Hidden Key to Teaching Time
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by JAR Systems. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Unlock the full potential of instructional devices as we discuss how strategic technology infrastructure transforms classroom management and student engagement. This edWeb podcast makes a powerful case for rethinking device-charging systems—not just a…
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Falls Church City Joint Budget Development Meeting | December 1, 2025
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The Falls Church City School Board and City Council gathered for their annual Joint Budget Development Meeting to begin collaborative FY27 budget planning amid significant economic uncertainty. What You'll Hear: Demographer Dr. Keith Waters presents enrollment projections and analyzes regional economic challenges, including federal workforce reduct…
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Building The Skills-Based Organization: A Data-Driven Approach
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Learn what it takes to build a skills-based organization, why valid people data matters, and how L&D can lead this transformation in today’s evolving workplace.By Connie Malamed: Helps people build stand-out careers in learning design.
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Episode 131 Writing Together, Growing Together with Authors Irene Latham and Charles Waters
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Listen in to another fantastic conversation with authors Irene Latham and Charles Waters. Both share their experiences and strategies for making writing an effective an enjoyable activity for both teachers and students. The discussion includes: personal journeys as writers the significance of collaboration the importance of creating a safe and enco…
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68. Home Education with Ease: Christine Furman Shares Homeschool Reading WINS!
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Today, we welcome former teacher turned homeschool mom and online business owner, Christine Furman, to the podcast! Christine helps homeschool moms integrate play-based learning through her EduPlay curriculum. Check out Christine's podcast, Home Education with Ease! 📩 Join the Phonics Rules for Kids Insider's List! ✔️ Get the FREE Phonics Made Simp…
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How to use etymology to help students spell high frequency words - with Fiona Hamilton and Rebecca Loveless
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235: Did you know that teaching students about the history of specific words can actually reduce cognitive load and help students better remember the spellings? Fiona Hamilton and Rebecca Loveless, authors of The High Frequency Word Project, show us how to do just that. Get the show notes here: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/episode235 Get the free…
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S6 E24 - 98 and ¾ Percent Guaranteed: Our Collective Commitment to Every Student
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The difference between curiosity and commitment can make or break a literacy journey. We close our sixth season by drawing a clear line between being interested in structured literacy and being devoted to outcomes for every student, then map how teams can cross that line together. Along the way, we unpack five behaviour groups you’ll recognise in a…
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Providing Support to Teachers - Thinking Out Loud #6
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Enjoy another installment of Thinking Out Loud with Zach Groshell. In this episode, Dr. Groshell and I discuss how to begin when providing support to teachers. Both Zach and Gene currently work in schools supporting teachers in their quest to be their best for students. Dr. Zach Groshell is the host of the popular podcast Progressively Incorrect an…
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Episode 152: High School CS with Quincy Tennyson
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In this episode, we sit down with Quincy Tennyson, who teaches an impressive four-year computer science pathway at Fern Creek High School. Quincy's background in the Marine Corps and as a network engineer brings a unique perspective to CS education. He discusses his curriculum progression from introductory courses through AP Computer Science Princi…
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The DUDES Club started as a simple idea: create a safe, welcoming space where men — especially Indigenous men — could connect, share, and support each other. What’s grown from that is a movement built on laughter, honesty, and something our podcast guests call therapy over dinner. A movement that helps men strengthen not just their bodies, but thei…
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ThriveinEDU Live: Importance of Reflection
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In this episode of the ThriveinEDU podcast, I share the importance of reflection in personal and professional growth. Reflection is essential for understanding our experiences and improving our practices. Rachelle shares practical strategies for incorporating reflection into daily routines, engaging students and colleagues in the process, and avoid…
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A Regulated Classroom: Preparing Every Child to Learn, Read, and Thrive
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Heggerty. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Every teacher has seen it—a student who can’t focus, can’t follow, or can’t find calm enough to learn—no matter how strong the instruction. This edWeb podcast introduces the concept of learning readiness through regulation—how emotional, cognitive, and relation…
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Bonus Episode: Following History's Stories, on Film | Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt
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Thirteen colonies rose up, rebelled against an Empire, and won their independence. These unlikely victors built a new nation on democratic principles that inspired similar movements around the world. How should we tell the story of our nation’s founding? Guests Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, who co-directed The American Revolution with Ken Burns…
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Bonus Episode: Following History's Stories, on Film | History Matters Podcast
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Thirteen colonies rose up, rebelled against an Empire, and won their independence. These unlikely victors built a new nation on democratic principles that inspired similar movements around the world. How should we tell the story of our nation’s founding? Guests Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, who co-directed The American Revolution with Ken Burns…
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69: What Are Kindergarten Reading Levels? The Hidden Problems Behind Levels A–D
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In this solo episode, we take an honest, unflinching look at what are traditionally called Kindergarten Reading Levels: Guided Reading Levels A, B, C, and D — and why these levels do not reflect how children actually learn to read. If you’re a kindergarten teacher, literacy coach, interventionist, or a parent of a beginning reader, this episode wil…
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How to Motivate Reluctant Readers: Mystery Solved!
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Send us a text Episode 150 PROMISE: This episode gives you easy, evidence-aligned ways to make reading exciting even for kids who say they hate it. VALUE: You’ll learn how a simple gamified approach, Student Detectives, boosts motivation, stamina, and engagement without fancy tech or complicated prep. 🔍 What We Cover How “detective-style” reading t…
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The First Step to Reading by Third Grade: Solving the Kindergarten Readiness Gap
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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Age of Learning. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Across the country, too many children begin kindergarten already behind in the skills essential for early reading success. By third grade, the gap only widens—students who start school unprepared are far less likely to meet grade-level expectations and m…
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67. Homeschool Kindergarten Reading Curriculum: PHONICS Spelled Out!
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📩 Join the Phonics Rules for Kids Insider's List! ✔️ Get the FREE Phonics Made Simple (Even if You're Not a Teacher) Guide! 💜 Join the FREE Community Get the Course: TEACH YOUR CHILD TO READ: Confidently Model Simple Phonics Skills at Home [INCLUDES COMPLETE PRINTABLE KINDERGARTEN PHONICS CURRICULUM] ONLINE READING TUTOR! Start Reading in 7 Phonics…
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How to scaffold complex text reading - even in the early grades! with Dr. Jennifer Throndsen
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234: All students need access to rich, challenging text to grow as readers. But how do we support them? Dr. Jennifer Throndsen shares the why and HOW of scaffolding complex texts. This episode is for you no matter what grade you teach. Click here for this episode's show notes. Get free differentiated passages: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/tmm_opt…
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Small Group Instruction in the Math Classroom with Natalie Banks
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Today we sit down with third-grade teacher Natalie Banks to unpack a simple, powerful framework: courage to try small-group instruction, clarity to guide learning with posted intentions and success criteria, and connection to build a community where every student’s voice matters. Natalie explains how she restructured her time, used data to form fle…
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