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What is the Summer Series
A collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025.

Today's Episode.
In today's episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast, I interview fellow teacher Kirby about fluency and assisted reading in the classroom. Kirby shares insights on fluency practice in her classroom and talks about her journey towards understanding structured literacy. Listeners who have followed the previous two episodes can expect better to understand Dyad reading and fluency development lesson structures. 

What is the Research to the Classroom series?
Hi there. Welcome to the Structured Literacy Podcast. It's Jocelyn here, and I am so pleased to welcome you this week because we have a brand new series for you. One of the things I remember so vividly is being in school as a teacher and then leader,   Really wanting to keep up with readings and research and just not having the bandwidth to do it.   So we've started a brand new series for you called Research to the Classroom. It's a series of three episodes on a topic.   The first episode is a discussion of a research paper.   The second episode shares some specific instructional routines or very practical applications of this research.   The third episode is a conversation with a real live teacher who is employing these practices in their classrooms and can share the good things and the tricky bits with you to help you shortcut success. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

You can register interest in this personalized approach to professional knowledge building and skill development at JocelynSeamerEducation.com/leadingliteracy

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What is the Summer Series
A collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025. 

This Week's Episode.
This is the second episode in our current Research to the Classroom series about assisted reading.

What is the Research to the Classroom series?
 The Research to the Classroom series is made up of three episodes. The first episode is a discussion of a research paper.   The second episode shares some specific instructional routines.  The third episode is a conversation with a real life teacher who is employing these practices in their classrooms and can share the good things and the tricky bits with you to help you shortcut success. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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What is the Summer Series
A collection of listener favourites from Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025.  

Today's Episode.
This week, we are discussing dyad reading or assisted reading. The paper I'm sharing is The Effects of Dyad Reading and Text Difficulty on Third Grader's Reading Achievement. It was published in  2017 by Lisa Brown, Kathleen Moore, Bradley Wilcox, and Tyson Barrett.   And they're from the Utah State University.   The journal that was published was the Journal of Educational Research.   The main focus of this study was to, in the author's words, replicate previous research about dyad reading.

What is the Research to the Classroom series?
Hi there. Welcome to the Structured Literacy Podcast. It's Jocelyn here, and I am so pleased to welcome you this week because we have a brand new series for you. One of the things I remember so vividly is being in school as a teacher and then leader,   Really wanting to keep up with readings and research and just not having the bandwidth to do it.   So we've started a brand new series for you called Research to the Classroom. It's a series of three episodes on a topic.   The first episode is a discussion of a research paper.   The second episode shares some specific instructional routines or very practical applications of this research.   The third episode is a conversation with a real live teacher who is employing these practices in their classrooms and can share the good things and the tricky bits with you to help you shortcut success. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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What is the Summer Series
A collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025.

Todays Episode
Ever wondered why some schools are celebrating massive advancements in literacy while others are scrambling to keep up? Join us as we unpack the transformative mandates in Victoria and Tasmania that are revolutionizing literacy education. 

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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Unlock the secrets to achieving literacy goals that truly make a difference. This episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast promises to equip educators with the tools they need to effectively assess and enhance students' phonics growth. We'll share practical strategies for recognizing high achievers and those students who may be "cruising" without sufficient growth, and show you how to make informed adjustments to your teaching practices. Discover the importance of spreading grapheme learning across early school years, and learn how to tackle the challenges of feeling overwhelmed with fresh insights and actionable advice.

Navigate the complex world of data with us, as we focus on the power of tier one instruction and the pitfalls of program hopping. We'll discuss the critical importance of honest communication with parents, particularly for students who may be lagging, and offer constructive strategies for fostering continued progress. By examining objective literacy measures like fluency and spelling assessments, we'll highlight how these tools can inform your teaching strategies and help reduce negative classroom behaviors. With a commitment to structured literacy, join us in our mission to support successful literacy practices, and be part of our collaborative journey as we look forward to a new school year.

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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What if your current reading assessments fall short of truly capturing your students' abilities? Get ready to transform your approach as we unravel the complexities of assessing and grading reading for years three to six. Discover how to effectively align assessment practices with the Australian Curriculum's achievement standards, steering clear of the limitations of traditional methods like benchmark assessments. We'll guide you through the subtle art of integrating decoding skills and comprehension, all while leveraging Scarborough's Reading Rope model to provide a clearer picture of student proficiency.

Join us as we dissect the intricate world of normed reading assessments and their alignment—or lack thereof—with curriculum expectations for years four to six. Explore the critical gap where fluency and word knowledge disappear, risking the masking of underlying struggles that could hinder vital interventions. Learn why solely relying on normed assessments can misrepresent a student's true reading capabilities, and how to prevent this through deliberate, informed report writing. This episode promises invaluable insights for educators striving to accurately assess and report on reading proficiency, ensuring every student's true potential is recognized and nurtured.

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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This episode provides guidance and insights about grading early years reading using your state's achievement standard and your chosen normed reading tool.

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

You can register interest in this personalized approach to professional knowledge building and skill development at JocelynSeamerEducation.com/leadingliteracy

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While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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Have you ever wondered if the ticking of a timer could transform reading fluency in young learners? Join us on this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast as we untangle the complexities of using timed reading in primary education. I recount my journey from initial skepticism to embracing a more nuanced understanding of this technique. We delve into the intricate components of fluency—accuracy, automaticity, and prosody—and discuss how these elements interconnect rather than stand alone. Using a blend of research, teacher wisdom, and student insights, we aim to shed light on the absence of specific studies either advocating for or opposing the use of timers in classrooms, sparking a conversation on the thoughtful application tailored to each child's needs.

We question the blanket use of timed readings and instead propose personalized strategies that focus on familiar texts and adult guidance to ensure comprehension and accuracy. Rushing to meet time constraints can backfire, especially for those with reading difficulties or anxiety. We emphasize the importance of wide reading and phonics over the disruptive potential of timers and partner reading. Our discussion underscores the importance of context-specific research applications and a commitment to growing our instructional approaches. Let's embrace evidence-informed teaching with an open mind and a dedication to fostering a supportive learning environment.

While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. 

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