Alabama Literacy Network's Podcast

The Art & Science of Improving Core Instruction: Interview with Carol Dissen

The first step in improving tiered instruction is to provide high-quality Tier 1 (core) instruction, but how do we do this with what we're already asked to teach? Carol Dissen, creator of ECRI (Enhanced Core Reading Instruction) shares the benefits of an enhanced core and how all teachers can incorporate explicit strategies into their instruction, regardless of what program they're using.

Writing the Next Chapter for Educators: Interview with Dr. Tonya Perry

Dr. Tonya Perry's work in teacher education has helped prepare thousands of teachers for success in classrooms. Her work with the Red Mountain Writing Project continues to allow teachers to develop their skill in writing instruction. As the incoming vice-president of NCTE, her influence continues to grow. Learn more about how she is writing the next chapter for educators in our latest podcast.

Falling in Love with Series: Interview with Josh Barrington and Caitlin Johnson-Pagano

Developing a love of reading in students is a goal many educators and parents have, but it can be difficult to find the right books to capture children's attention and devotion. Books in a series can be the solution as children fall in love with characters and authors. Learn what book series are grabbing the attention of readers in this interview with Barnes and Noble book gurus Josh Barronton and Caitlin Johnson-Pagano.

The Power of Teaching Reading & Writing Connections: Interview with Dr. Lana Santoro

Want to improve reading? Engage students in writing. Want to empower teachers to implement what they have learned? Engage them in cycles of learning and doing. Dr. Lana Santoro shares strategies for building reading comprehension and writing skills, as well as how new models of professional learning are changing the way teachers implement new skills.

From Talking to Reading and Writing: Interview with Dr. Charles Haynes

If you work with students who struggle with language or are learning a second language, you know how important oral language is to reading and writing. Unfortunately, we often don't know how to help these students. Dr. Charles Haynes, professor, researcher, and co-author of the book From Talking to Writing, shares his experiences and expertise in helping teachers of students with language-based learning difficulties excel.

Reading Wars, History Lessons & the Status of the Science of Reading

Join the conversation with Dale Chu as he discusses the status of the Science of Reading in the United States, the history of the reading wars, what works in the current legislation, and how to improve implementation. 

Reading Anxiety, Reaching Struggling Readers, and Using the Research: Interview with Dr. Sharon Vaughn

As a researcher focused on investigating how to teach students with reading difficulties, Dr. Sharon Vaughn has investigated how we can better help students and families through her work at The Meadows Center. In this podcast, she will discuss reading anxiety, something that many students and parents will instantly recognize. She also discusses how to improve reading for students at the school and classroom level, including a three-pronged approach to improving reading comprehension.