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SUMMARY:Using Decodable Books to Teach Phonics and Word Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Reading with fluency and comprehension is the ultimate goal of reading instruction. To become a fluent reader\, students must first develop strong word recognition—the ability to identify words accurately and automatically. So\, how can educators build this crucial skill? The solution lies in a powerful combination of effective instructional strategies and the right tools\, especially decodable books. \nIn this insightful edWebinar with speaker Barbara Steinberg\, we will unlock the secrets to successful phonics and word recognition instruction. You will discover how phonics instruction progresses seamlessly from the sub-word level to the phrase\, sentence\, and text levels. Furthermore\, we’ll explore and apply the core principles of explicit\, systematic instruction to maximize student learning immediately. \nKey Takeaways for Effective Reading Instruction: \nThis session provides actionable strategies you can implement right away. You’ll learn how to: \n\nEvaluate instructional routines specifically designed to build both reading accuracy and automaticity.\nDevelop effective strategies for fluency instruction using decodable texts.\nExamine practical small group lessons that demonstrate the power of decodable books for teaching phonics.\n\nThis session is essential for K-12 teachers\, reading specialists\, and school and district leaders who teach beginning reading or support older struggling readers. Don’t miss out! As a bonus\, we will also share valuable\, free resources to support your instruction.
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SUMMARY:Sound Walls: The Benefits of Using Them for ALL Students
DESCRIPTION:Using a sound wall in your classroom can fundamentally transform reading and spelling instruction! Because of the Science of Reading\, we now better understand the critical role of phonetics and phonology in early literacy. Although students learn to speak early\, teaching them how speech maps to print often gets missed. Developing strong phonemic awareness must happen before students can achieve automatic sight word reading. Therefore\, using a sound wall is essential. \nExpert Dr. Mary Ellis Dahlgren will show you how to explicitly teach the 44 speech sounds. You will learn how to make learning more concrete by focusing on articulation—observing what happens with the tongue\, teeth\, lips\, and airflow when producing sounds. This is a vital stepping stone to orthographic mapping so all students can become fluent and proficient readers. \nKey Takeaways for Building Reading Fluency:\nThis session provides clear\, practical steps you can use in your daily practice. Educators will: \n\nLearn about the importance of articulation and its direct connection to phoneme awareness.\nUnderstand the strategic layout of a sound wall and why it’s more student-friendly than a traditional word wall.\nAnalyze common phonological errors students make and discover how to provide effective\, corrective feedback.\nExamine strategies for engagement as part of daily practice when building a sound wall with consonants and vowel phonemes.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is highly valuable for K-12 teachers\, reading specialists\, and school and district leaders committed to effective literacy instruction. \nRegister now!
URL:https://learningally.org/event/sound-walls-the-benefits-of-using-them-for-all-students
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SUMMARY:Disunity in Reading Instruction: The High Cost of Confusion
DESCRIPTION:Students follow the instruction their teacher provides. However\, if they learn disproven methods\, like 3-cueing\, in a general education class and then move to decoding methods in intervention\, they simply follow the directions for that specific moment. Students cannot possibly know which reading method is appropriate or harmful. This disunity in reading instruction causes confusion\, stress\, and detrimental outcomes for students and educators alike. Therefore\, we must address this critical conflict now. \nIn this essential edWebinar\, we will provide clear examples of the harm that instructional disunity creates. More importantly\, you will learn how educators can lead change to implement a unified\, effective approach. We will focus specifically on why all schools must adopt evidence-based reading practices across all learning spaces. \nActionable Steps for Unified Literacy Instruction:\nThis session empowers you to become a change agent within your school or district. Viewers will: \n\nUnderstand the significant harm and setbacks created for students when disunity in reading instruction is present.\nBe convinced of the dire need to teach evidence-based reading practices aligned to the Science of Reading in every space and place where students are learning.\nWalk away with immediate\, actionable steps on how to begin leading your school toward a unified path of instruction.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is highly relevant for K-12 teachers\, reading specialists\, and school and district leaders looking to align their literacy programs. \nRegister to watch!
URL:https://learningally.org/event/disunity-in-reading-instruction-the-high-cost-of-confusion
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SUMMARY:Dyslexia: Biases\, Barriers\, and Breakthroughs
DESCRIPTION:Research clearly identifies effective interventions for children with dyslexia. Still\, the evaluation process remains often unclear and inconsistent. Disturbingly\, Black students frequently receive fewer intensive resources to address their challenges. This happens for various reasons\, including unconscious biases and lower expectations. An accurate dyslexia diagnosis can change the game for all students. This is especially true for those who risk being left behind if their needs go unmet. \nIn this vital edWebinar\, speaker Jeannette Roberes addresses critical flaws in the evaluation process. She explores key principles impacting marginalized students who often face under- or misdiagnosis. Furthermore\, we examine the historical perspective of testing. This helps us understand current systemic barriers to a dyslexia diagnosis. \nKey Insights on Dyslexia Evaluation and Equity:\nThis session provides clear\, actionable knowledge for K-12 educators. Viewers will learn: \n\nSpecific\, identifiable barriers to a dyslexia diagnosis that disproportionately affect marginalized students.\nWhat types of standardized tests make up a complete\, thorough dyslexia evaluation.\nWhich core literacy skills an equitable assessment must meticulously measure.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is essential for K-12 teachers\, special educators\, and district leaders. We must commit to equitable\, research-backed practices to ensure every student gets the support they need. \nRegister to watch now!
URL:https://learningally.org/event/dyslexia-biases-barriers-and-breakthroughs
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SUMMARY:The Simple View of Educational Success: Lessons from the Field
DESCRIPTION:What truly makes a school succeed against the odds? In this powerful edLeader Panel\, Rebecca Miles\, an early literacy coach consultant\, shares her compelling practitioner’s story. She recounts the transformation of her former school and her attempts to replicate that success county-wide. Through these experiences\, both successful and challenging\, she developed a powerful framework: The Simple View of Educational Success. This model provides a clear formula for achieving true equitable instruction. \nRebecca will share lessons learned from schools and their leadership. She identifies critical factors that drive high-performing schools\, especially those overcoming significant barriers. Furthermore\, she outlines actionable strategies you can use to implement this framework in your own setting\, regardless of your school’s starting point. \nKey Insights on Educational Leadership and Equity:\nThis session provides school and district leaders with proven strategies for transformative change. Viewers will: \n\nExamine the components of The Simple View of Educational Success.\nLearn how leaders at all levels can foster equitable instruction by focusing on foundational elements.\nHear inspiring real-world examples of schools that achieved remarkable success by applying this simple\, yet powerful\, framework.\nDiscover practical steps for implementing this formula to promote systemic school improvement.\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is essential for K-12 teachers\, instructional coaches\, and school and district leaders committed to accelerating student achievement through equity and effective leadership. \nRegister to watch today!
URL:https://learningally.org/event/the-simple-view-of-educational-success-lessons-from-the-field
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SUMMARY:We’ll Have What They’re Having: Exponential Reading Growth that Counts
DESCRIPTION:Achieving exponential growth in reading is the ultimate goal for every district leader. However\, solving the literacy crisis requires more than just hope; it demands actionable plans and proven strategies. In this inspiring webinar\, we open the doors to leaders from two distinct districts: the East Orange School District in New Jersey and the Lake Elsinore Unified School District in California. They share their blueprints for success and explain how they continuously improve literacy outcomes for their students. \nShifting the Paradigm: From Intervention to Inclusion\nFor years\, many districts relied on pull-out methods for struggling readers. Shannon Pinck and Kate Dampier from Lake Elsinore describe how this approach often limited access to the core curriculum and separated students from their peers. In this session\, you will discover how they shifted their mindset. Instead of removing students\, they brought the intervention directly to the classroom. Consequently\, they ensured that students with disabilities and those in general education interventions could access rigorous\, standards-based curriculum alongside their classmates. \nIgniting a Culture of Reading\nYukima Vannoy of East Orange shares how her district tackled flatlining reading scores by making reading relevant and exciting. You will hear about their massive success with initiatives such as the “10-day instructional cycle” and the Summer Reading Launch Party. By treating reading as a community celebration—complete with food trucks\, marching bands\, and local authors—East Orange fostered a genuine love for literacy. As a result\, they witnessed a staggering 900% increase in reading volume over two years. \nThe Role of Human-Read Audiobooks\nBoth districts utilized a specific\, powerful tool to bridge the gap: human-read audiobooks. The panelists explain how the Learning Ally Audiobook Solution allowed students to access grade-level content\, regardless of their decoding levels. This approach reduces cognitive load\, builds vocabulary\, and boosts student confidence. You will hear touching stories of students who\, for the first time\, realized they could be readers and join conversations about popular books like Harry Potter. \nAligning with the Science of Reading\nFinally\, this session touches on the critical balance required by the Science of Reading. The speakers discuss how they integrate foundational skills with language comprehension to support the whole child. By ensuring students have equitable access to rich text\, these leaders are preparing students not just for tests\, but for life. \nJoin us to learn how you can replicate this success and drive exponential reading growth in your district. Register now!
URL:https://learningally.org/event/well-have-what-theyre-having-exponential-reading-growth-that-counts
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