In this episode of the Science of Reading Leadership podcast, we're joined by Dr. Sarah Lupo, an associate professor from James Madison University. With a rich background in literacy education, Dr. Lupo delves into the latest research and innovative methods for enhancing literacy instruction. Tune in to hear about Dr. Lupo's passion and easy-to-implement strategies as we start the new school year!

Key Takeaways:

• Comprehensive Literacy Approach: Dr. Lupo emphasizes the importance of integrating vocabulary instruction with phonics to enhance reading fluency and comprehension, particularly for older students.
• Joyful and Meaningful Learning: Explore the significance of selecting high-quality, engaging texts that resonate with students and enrich their learning experience.
• Culturally and Linguistically Sustaining Practices: Discover methods to make literacy instruction more inclusive and relevant to students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
• Engaging Parents and Caregivers: Learn about Dr. Lupo's strategies for engaging families in their children's literacy development, ensuring learning continues at home.

Important Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Sarah Lupo and her educational background
• 10:28 Insights on the crucial role of vocabulary in foundational skills
• 15:12 How administrators can support effective literacy instruction
• 22:10 The importance of family engagement in literacy

Connect with Dr. Sarah Lupo

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-m-lupo-ph-d-4308b667/

Website:https://www.jmu.edu/coe/

Just Right Reader Science of Reading Instructional Materials and Resources: https://justrightreader.com/

Dr. Laura Tortorelli, Associate Professor at Michigan State University, joins us for a transformative episode of Science of Reading Leadership!

She brings her extensive expertise to discuss her latest research on multisyllabic decoding and foundational reading skills. Dive into this conversation to gain actionable insights to boost reading achievement during the back-to-school season.

We Discuss:

• The Importance of Multisyllabic Decoding: Explore how advancing beyond single-syllable word decoding is crucial for reading fluency and comprehension, especially as students progress in their educational journey.
• Challenges and Strategies for Reading Instruction: Learn about the common hurdles educators face in teaching complex word decoding and the innovative strategies to overcome them.
• Integrating Decoding with Vocabulary Learning: Discover the interconnection between decoding multisyllabic words and enhancing vocabulary.
• Practical Classroom Applications: Gain practical tips for implementing morphological instruction early and integrating vocabulary with decoding to enrich students' reading experiences.
• Engaging Families in Multisyllabic Decoding: Strategies for extending these practices into the home, ensuring consistency and support for students outside the classroom.

Key Moments:

• 00:00 Dr. Tortorelli's introduction and her passion for foundational reading skills.
• 06:16 Insights into the shift from single-syllable decoding to multisyllabic decoding in elementary grades.
• 14:31 The revealing outcomes of the Multisyllabic Decoding Inventory and its implications for classroom instruction.
• 21:50 Discussion on how familiar word roots and morphology aid in decoding and understanding new complex words.
• 24:24 Practical strategies for educators to implement during literacy instruction
• 30:09 Strategies to empower families in literacy development outside of the classroom
• 34:14 Long-term educational implications of enhancing multisyllabic decoding skills.
• 38:19 Dr. Tortorelli’s advice for the beginning of the school year

Connect with Dr. Laura Tortorelli

LinkedIn

Website

Just Right Reader Science of Reading Instructional Materials and Resources

In this powerful episode of Science of Reading Leadership, we're joined by Dr. Sonia Cabell, Associate Professor at Florida State University.

She shares invaluable strategies for enhancing early literacy through purposeful classroom conversations, including the Strive for Five strategy.

Learn how minor adjustments in your teaching can lead to major leaps in student literacy and engagement.

• The Power of Small Shifts: Dr. Cabell discusses how minor changes in instructional strategies can significantly enhance student engagement and learning outcomes, especially in reading.
• Responsive Teaching: Emphasis on the importance of back-and-forth conversations in the classroom to boost children's language development and comprehension skills.
• Integrating Content with Literacy: Insights into how blending science and social studies with literacy instruction enriches vocabulary and understanding.
• Practical Strategies for Educators: Dr. Cabell shares actionable tips for teachers to implement these approaches effectively, emphasizing the role of professional development and self-reflection.
• Family and Community Engagement: The critical role of engaging families and communities in the educational process to enhance literacy and language development across settings.

• 00:00: Introduction to the episode and Dr. Sonia Cabell’s background.
• 04:54: Discussion on making small marginal shifts in instruction to maximize your impact on students, including promoting language development through conversations.
• 11:59: Strive for Five conversation techniques to maximize the impact of conversations in the classroom.
• 15:38: How family engagement complements classroom efforts in literacy.
• 23:18: Long-term implications of robust language instruction and the comprehensive development it supports.

Connect with Dr. Cabell

X

Website

Accelerate Reading Achievement with Just Right Reader Science of Reading Instructional Materials and Resources