The Science of Writing Instruction

The Science of Writing Instruction

Hosted by: April Smith

Join author and professional learning coach April Smith as she explores research and insights into effective writing instruction in K-12 classrooms. She delves into methodologies, interviews experts, and shares...

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Ep. 25: Uncovering the Logic of English

Denise is the president and founder of Logic of English, a mission-driven publisher that empowers students of all ages to become fluent readers and spellers. Denise is passionate about providing all students access to...
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Ep. 24: Using the Painted Essay to Structure Writing for Students

Linda Rhyne is the owner of Linda Rhyne Consulting and founding president of The Reading League North Carolina. Linda is an award-winning National Board Certified, LETRS & Orton-Gillingham trained educator with...
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Ep. 23: Data-Driven Writing Instruction

As the Executive Director and Founder of Jana Lee Consulting, Dr. Jana Lee is a dedicated education professional with a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years. Jana’ partners with school-communities nation-wide,...
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Ep. 22: How WIN Time Can Help Our Students Be Better Writers

Stephanie is a seasoned school leader and Assistant Superintendent from Texas with over 20 years of experience transforming education. She specializes in cultivating strong school cultures, implementing data-driven...
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Ep. 21: Laying a Foundation With Sentence Building

Anni Boocher has dedicated 16 years to teaching across K-12, with nine of those years spent shaping young minds in kindergarten. Her commitment to excellence in education has earned her prestigious accolades,...
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Ep. 20: Assessing Students Using Sentence Dictation

Kasey is in her 17th year as a middle school ELA teacher. For 13 of those years, she has also served as her school’s literacy coach. In addition to teaching in the classroom, she provides literacy-related professional...
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Ep. 19: Strategies for Spelling Instruction

Laura Jones is an experienced educator with over 16 years of teaching and coaching in grades K-8. She holds a degree in K-8 Education from Arizona State University, and most recently completed the Phonics First...
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Ep. 18: How Teaching Students Leadership Skills Can Improve Our Writing Block

Todd Nesloney is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He has also served as an award-winning principal of a PreK-5th Grade campus of...
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Ep. 17: How Research & Note-Taking Can Contribute to Writing Skills

Katie Walker is a passionate upper elementary literacy specialist, dedicated to the design of instructional resources that are explicit, scaffolded, and engaging. Katie began her teaching career in Australia before...
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Ep. 16: High-Leverage Writing Instructional Strategies for Middle and High School

Melissa Kruse is an experienced educator with 18 years of teaching and instructional coaching in grades 7-12. She holds a bachelor's degree in English, a secondary education certificate, and advanced certifications...
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Ep. 15: The Role of SLPs In Helping Grow Our Writers

Hallie Sherman, M.S. CCC-SLP is a licensed speech-language pathologist in New York. She worked in the public schools for over 15 years before she left the schools to work as the CEO full time for Speech Time Fun, Inc....
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Ep. 14: 4 Step System For Differentiation in Writing (ACED)

Unfortunately, 67% of 4th graders in the US read below grade level. And it doesn't have to be this way! Malia Hollowell is on a mission to empower teachers with the science-backed, brain-friendly tools and strategies...
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