Together in Literacy

This is the last episode of season FOUR! Whenever we wrap up a season, we like to look back and chat about each episode, provide some important takeaways, and share information about actionable steps you can take this...

In this episode, we’re joined by Nicky Humphreys and Ally Lewis, the founding members of Dyslexia Awareness Northern Ireland, for a transatlantic talk on dyslexia. Nicky Humphreys did her PGCE Primary in 2004/05; in...

In this episode, Casey Welsh, of Savannah Dyslexia, joins us to answer the most important questions about morphology. Casey Welsh is an Accredited Training Fellow with OGA and has her M.Ed. in Curriculum &...

Have you ever had a student who knows a concept in the first moments of the lesson, but the next time it pops up, it’s as if they had never seen it before? You may wonder what is happening and what you can do to help....

In this episode, we are highlighting the vital role of bringing student awareness and attention to the forefront in effective dyslexia lessons. Grounded in cognitive science research, we discuss how intentional focus...

In this episode, we’re sharing the second part of our interview with Missy Purcell. In this conversation, we look at what drives her dedication and discuss the impact of effective intervention and the power of...

In this episode, we’re sharing the first part of our interview with Missy Purcell. In this conversation, we look at what drives her dedication and discuss the impact of effective intervention and the power of...

To follow up on our interview with Tiffany Solomon in episode 10, we brought her back with another special guest, Helaine Schupack. Helaine has played an instrumental role in Tiffany’s life as she navigated her...

In this episode, we’re joined by Tiffany Solomon to discuss the ripple effects of dyslexia, and how it impacts not just the classroom but also shapes lives, families, and the workplace. Tiffany Solomon is the Family...

Working with older students with dyslexia presents unique challenges due to their complex needs and gaps in foundational literacy skills. These students are often overlooked in broader conversations about the Science...

The diagnostic-prescriptive approach to teaching clinically focuses directly on the student. This includes knowledge about the strengths and needs of a student, and this information is gathered through assessments or...

Observation is a powerful move in our roles as educators. It can help us make decisions in the moment and the future. In a time when assessments seem to take up much of our time, we must remember the power and impact...