Empower your school leadership and educators with the knowledge and tools to create an inclusive learning environment for students with dyslexia in middle and high school. This webinar features experts Mallary Lattanze and Missy Purcell, who will focus on helping you understand the unique needs of these students as they develop decoding and spelling skills,... Read more
Join esteemed experts Dr. Asya Johnson and Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley for an insightful webinar dedicated to Meeting the Needs of Secondary School Students with Dyslexia. They'll share invaluable insights and strategies to empower educators in supporting secondary students with dyslexia through their unique challenges. Drawing on their extensive experience, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Sandman-Hurley will... Read more
Join Dr. Claude Goldenberg as he unravels the intricacies of the "reading wars" controversy and navigates the crucial role of the Science of Reading in transforming the learning experience for multilingual learners. Dr. Goldenberg will demystify the concept of "reading science" while emphasizing its universal applicability, transcending language barriers for both English speakers and multilingual... Read more
Each day, the feelings and emotions of being a non-reader, unteachable, or "stupid" (their words, not ours) become more and more a part of students' and their parents’ stories. These inner stories can create a powerful, protective shield, telling the brain that learning – and most especially reading – is an unsafe activity. This is... Read more
Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Dr. Tiffany Hogan, a leading expert in language and literacy development. In this dynamic session, Dr. Hogan will delve into the crucial connection between oral language and reading success, offering invaluable insights and practical strategies for educators and school leaders. With her expert guidance, you'll gain a comprehensive... Read more
Discover how to transform your school's literacy outcomes by effectively employing the Science of Reading. Join Dr. Brent Conway, Assistant Superintendent in the Pentucket Regional School District, as he shares practical strategies and insights to help school leaders make changes that truly drive student achievement through proven Science of Reading practices. Explore how strong leadership... Read more
Children’s books, even those written for young readers, use language that is vastly different from the everyday speech children hear. This webinar, led by cognitive scientist Dr. Maryellen C. MacDonald, will explore why this gap exists and the significant consequences it has for children's reading development. Learn why mastering the unique vocabulary, grammar, and storytelling... Read more
Join us for an engaging session exploring the transformative power of Learning Ally’s Great Reading Games, an annual event that has inspired thousands of students nationwide! Discover how this dynamic, award-winning competition leverages accessible audiobooks, gamified learning, and teacher-driven strategies to foster reading engagement, confidence, and achievement among readers who struggle, including those with dyslexia.... Read more
Discover how Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) can serve as a powerful framework for improving reading outcomes schoolwide. This edWebinar unpacks the essential elements of MTSS, including early intervention, data-driven instruction, and team-based decision making. Learn how to bridge general and special education, align your practices with science-based approaches, and support teachers with the tools... Read more
Join Learning Ally and Dr. Sarah Brown for a two-part webinar series designed to help California educators navigate the requirements and opportunities presented by the new reading difficulty screening law (Senate Bill 114). Webinar 1 on 1/16/25: Purposeful Reading Assessment Learn the role of assessments in MTSS, screening for reading difficulties (including dyslexia), and how... Read more
Join Learning Ally and Dr. Sarah Brown for a two-part webinar series designed to help California educators navigate the requirements and opportunities presented by the new reading difficulty screening law (Senate Bill 114). Webinar 2 on 1/23/25: Impactful Use of Screening Data Discover how to interpret screening results, prepare educators to communicate findings, and use... Read more
The types of texts students encounter in school play a critical role in their reading development, yet many education leaders may not fully understand their distinct purposes and impacts. This engaging edLeader Panel demystifies the role of various text types—from traditional books and decodables to ebooks—and how each supports literacy growth. Join literacy experts and... Read more