This episode marks a special LEAD on READ episode with Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez, CEO of the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). Dr. Rodriguez reflects on her leadership in education and advocacy, highlighting a lifelong learning journey. She shares NCLD’s vision to scale and expand advocacy efforts for people with learning disabilities in schools, professional spaces, and communities throughout their lives and across the world. In this episode, we discuss the following leadership insights: Maintaining curiosity and courage to deepen your growth and learning as a leader Encouragi ..read more

Dr. Steve Graham, renowned expert in writing instruction, joins READ for a timely discussion on effective writing instruction, the reading-writing connection, and the role of technology and AI on writing education. In this episode, you will learn about approaches to reading and writing instruction through an integrated lens. considerations for instructional planning across content areas. multiple strategies for effective writing instruction. implications for assessing writing. expert insights on the role of technology and AI. This episode is filled with knowledge and practical applications f ..read more

Colby Hall, PhD, shares her research on reading and language from kindergarten through adolescence. Dr. Hall, an assistant professor at University of Virginia, discusses her vast research collaborations spanning across areas of literacy, age groups, and language, providing a window into the research process and offering implications for classroom practice. In this episode, you will learn about the findings from a pilot study involving an integrated reading, writing, and language intervention for kindergarteners a current study that integrates professional development, technology, and literacy ..read more

Neena Saha, PhD, joins READ for an illuminating and entrepreneurial discussion about translating research to practice. In this episode, Dr. Saha offers insights on  shifting how educators interface with research through an entrepreneurial lens. integrating and broadening the role of technology in sharing research. developing a systematic and explicit approach to the translation of research to practice. Dr. Saha discusses opportunities and challenges for disseminating research more effectively and efficiently to teachers in all classrooms. Do you want to learn more from this episode or ..read more

Amy Elleman, PhD, joins the READ Podcast to discuss the evidence supporting reading comprehension development and implications for effective instruction. This episode builds upon previous READ conversations in conceptualizing comprehension as an integration of skills. In this episode, you will learn about the components and processes of reading comprehension. research frameworks applicable for educators of students at any age. evidence-based practices to promote comprehension. interventions for students who experience comprehension breakdowns. Dr. Elleman offers feasible and applicable insig ..read more

Sonia Cabell, PhD, joins the READ Podcast for the 50th episode! In this conversation, Dr. Cabell and Danielle discuss the integrated and interdependent nature of reading, oral language, background knowledge, and writing. Dr. Cabell cites her research on content-rich instruction and offers numerous effective practices for classroom instruction. Educators, bring a pen and your plan book as Dr. Cabell offers insights and resources for immediate classroom application. Do you want to learn more from this episode or past READ episodes? Visit readpodcast.organd the Episode #50 homepage for host Dani ..read more

The Windward Institute and The Windward School are putting "Dyslexia in Focus" in recognition of Dyslexia Awareness Month. This month on READ, you will hear from four past READ experts on insights specific to dyslexia and topics related to screening and identification, education and intervention, and advocacy.  This "Dyslexia in Focus" READ bookmark features Dr. Devin Kearns from Episode 5. In this bookmark, you will learn more about: pervasive myths about dyslexia facts about the signs and markers of dyslexia examples of effective evidence-based reading practices that are necessary for ..read more

The Windward Institute and The Windward School are putting "Dyslexia in Focus" in recognition of Dyslexia Awareness Month. This month on READ, you will hear from four past READ experts on insights specific to dyslexia and topics related to screening and identification, education and intervention, and advocacy.  This "Dyslexia in Focus" READ bookmark features Dr. Hugh Catts from Episode 18. In this bookmark, you will learn more about: markers of dyslexia current research examining the risks of reading disabilities implications for screening and intervention You can listen to the full con ..read more

The Windward Institute and The Windward School are putting "Dyslexia in Focus" in recognition of Dyslexia Awareness Month. This month on READ, you will hear from four past READ experts on insights specific to dyslexia and topics related to screening and identification, education and intervention, and advocacy.  This "Dyslexia in Focus" READ bookmark features Dr. Carolyn Strom from Episode34. In this bookmark, you will learn about: the brain's neuroplasticity the reading process in the brain You can listen to the full conversation with Dr. Strom,  on Episode 34, "What Every Educator ..read more

In this LEAD on READ episode, co-hosts Danielle Scorrano and Jamie Williamson interview Cheryl Cook, the executive director of The Association of LD Schools (ALDS). ALDS is a formal community for schools that educate students with learning differences like dyslexia.  This episode invites READers to learn about the benefits of networking in education for building relationships, sharing resources, and inspiring each other. how collaboration fosters communities of advocacy in LD schools. Simply put, “we are stronger together.” why alignment of personal and organizational values matters in e ..read more