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English Language Learners

How to Leverage Districtwide Student Data for the Most Effective Literacy Interventions

Micah Ward -
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 13 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, New Haven Public Schools’ Director of Early Learning Programs and Lexia’s Learning and Research Programs Director will explore strategies for using student literacy data to design scalable, high-impact literacy interventions and programs.
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Navigating The Challenges of Adolescent Literacy: Strategies for Administrators

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Date & Time: Tuesday, September 10th at 2 pm ET

In this ԹϺ Ed Talk, hear how districts around the country are achieving literacy success through actionable SEL and the Science of Reading-based strategies from a non-profit education leader and a former K-12 administrator of special education and specialized instruction.

***All attendees will be able to safely download the "Supporting the Diverse Needs of Adolescent Readers" white paper
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Practical Strategies to Support Newcomer Students

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Date & Time: Thursday, June 6th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute ԹϺ Ed Talk, two bilingual education experts will outline some practical, evidence-based strategies for building inclusive, supportive learning environments to ensure the academic and social success of newcomer students—those born outside the U.S. and who have recently arrived in the country.
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Superintendent Roundtable: Closing Reading Gaps by Leading a Literacy Transformation

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Date & Time: Tuesday, May 28th at 2 pm ET

In this webinar, a roundtable of district leaders from around the country will discuss the strategies they are using today that have made significant and measurable strides in literacy scores—sustainably, consistently, and equitably. 
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Literacy Leadership: Essential Strategies for Capacity Building in Your District

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Date & Time: Wednesday, May 15th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute ԹϺ Ed Talk, the Supervisor of Literacy and Learning Services from the Columbus City Schools will dive into the best practices for successful literacy plan implementation, focusing on how to build capacity and empower your team toward literacy transformation.
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Developing a Bilingual Program: Evidence-Based Strategies for Success

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Date & Time: Thursday, May 9th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute ԹϺ Ed Talk, an experienced bilingual educator and district leader will outline some evidence-based strategies for developing a successful biliteracy program in any district, and how to evaluate tools and instructional approaches for effectiveness. 
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Accelerating Literacy: Using Digital Tools to Elevate Student Choice and Voice

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Date & Time: Tuesday, May 7th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute ԹϺ Ed Talk, the District Instructional Librarian for St. Vrain Valley Schools will share some actionable strategies for incorporating digital books and audiobooks into curriculum, elevating student choice, agency and voice, and quickly accelerating literacy across a school or district.  
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Write to Learn: Creating a Culture of Literacy Districtwide

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Date & Time: Thursday, April 18th at 2 pm ET

Join us for a 20-minute ԹϺ Ed Talk, where NoRedInk’s professional learning specialist—boasting extensive experience in classroom teaching and district-level implementation—will share clear, actionable strategies to enhance existing literacy programs and foster a culture of literacy across the curriculum.   
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Removal of 8 books may have created fear and harassment in Georgia district, feds say

Matt Zalaznick -
Library book challenges in Forsyth County Schools may have created a "hostile environment for students," Department of Education investigators said in the agency's first foray into the recent wave of book bans buffeting K12.
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Dual Language Literacy Strategies: Building Spanish and English Proficiency

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Thursday, March 23 at 2 pm ET

Attend this interactive webinar to learn some best practices for teaching multilingual learners, and how to implement time-saving digital tools that can improve the effectiveness of dual language literacy instruction.
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Empower Educators to Teach with the Science of Reading

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Thursday, February 23 at 2 pm ET

Attend this webinar to learn some key insights to help you empower educators throughout your school or district to teach literacy more effectively using the science of reading.
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How ChatGPT can actually be a force for good rather than a boon for cheaters

Matt Zalaznick -
"With ChatGPT, students can ask the bot for feedback on their writing. It can provide example texts students can study. It can provide creative ideas for projects and prompts the student (or the teacher) might not think of otherwise," says author and former teacher Matt Miller.
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[Webinar:] Reading Intervention for Middle School English Learners: Changing the Trajectory

Sateesh P -
Watch Now Speaker: Dr. Antonio Fierro, Educator, author and literacy expert Sponsored by: For middle school ELL students, special considerations must be made based on the stages of...
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ԹϺ surveys: 6 things school leaders say about the top instructional challenges

Matt Zalaznick -
Beyond recovering from the disruptions of the last two years, K-12 leaders are still grappling with a host of teaching challenges they faced prior to the pandemic. 
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K-12 culture wars: Republican-led states continue battle against critical race theory

Matt Zalaznick -
As the Florida measure critics call the "Don't Say Gay" bill awaits final approval, a new curriculum transparency law requires schools to list library books and reading materials.
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Why educators need to be really clear about the benefits of testing

Matt Zalaznick -
But the future of testing post-COVID may be driven more by politics than by what educators most want to know about their students' progress, says one expert.
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A guide to mastering the IEP process during a chaotic year

Rachael Storey -
While the basics of the IEP process remain the same, there are certain considerations that might be helpful for this unique school year.
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How one district literacy coordinator helps deliver consistent instruction across a large and diverse district

Sarah Fontana -
Strong programming that can unify your district around effective instruction is necessary, but excellent teachers who understand what they are teaching and why are the strength of any district.
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5 inspirational school leaders who are prioritizing equity, safety and quality teaching

Matt Zalaznick -
“Champions for School Climate" program highlights the work of educators who prioritize student success by focusing on equity, safety, supportive relationships, and quality teaching and learning.
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Nation’s Report Card shows big slide in scores as achievement gaps grow

Matt Zalaznick -
Math and reading scores for 13-year-olds fell, and fell sharply, for the first time in the history of the long-term Nation's Report Card, based on tests conducted prior to the COVID outbreak.
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Educators plan to rally Saturday against race theory legislation

Chris Burt -
Recent legislative pushes on critical race theory prompt those in K-12 to take Pledge to Teach the Truth.
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4 concepts to drive a more focused COVID recovery

Matt Zalaznick -
For the first time in a long time, district leaders are facing fewer spending constraints as they look for innovations to move past COVID's disruptions.
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Use Digital Books for Language Instruction

OverDrive -
h1{display:none}.post-content{max-width:1000px; left:0;} .sidebar, .author{display:none;} Support every student with digital books in languages other than English. You can use Sora, the student reading app, to give...
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Expert Panel: Confronting the Next Normal with a Focus on Mental Health

Steven Blackburn -
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5 ideas for in-person early literacy interventions

Cara Nissman -
For many young students in the early stages of literacy, the interruption in learning brought by the pandemic has resulted in a need to go back to basics.
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How to make digital books as good—or better—than print versions

Matt Zalaznick -
Children ages 1 to 8 tend to have more trouble understanding digital picture books, compared to the print versions, according to an analysis of literacy research.
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How 5 states are reacting to Biden’s testing guidance

Charles Hendrix -
While some applauded the flexibility from accountability and reporting, the requirement to administer statewide summative tests has been met with concern in many quarters.
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How home visits help boost early literacy in Mississippi

Matt Zalaznick -
Having third grade readers reach proficiency is so vital to Superintendent Wayne Rodolfich that he visits hundreds of homes to offer additional literacy support.
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To save literacy, focus first on high-quality core instruction

Susan Lambert -
While it is absolutely the case that this moment is unlike any we've experienced before, it is also true that the current literacy crisis we're facing was entirely predictable.
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How one state is developing its own micro-credentials for teachers

Matt Zalaznick -
The flexibility of micro-credentials for teacher PD has inspired Delaware Department of Education officials to begin developing their own professional development badges. 
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COVID learning loss not as deep as feared, analysis finds

Matt Zalaznick -
But a significant number of students—generally from low-income and other vulnerable groups—did not participate in testing because of connectivity problems or other issues.
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As COVID cases spike among children, concerns rise

Chris Burt -
Though hospitalizations and deaths are very low, the American Academy of Pediatrics notes the effects the pandemic is having on education and mental health.
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How to Choose the Most Effective Adolescent Reading Program

Voyager Sopris -
h1{position:relative; z-index:1;}.post-content{max-width:1000px; left:0;} .sidebar, .author{display:none;} Readers who struggle in middle and high school face unique challenges that can ultimately impact the likelihood of graduation and...
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How to help struggling adolescent readers advance to grade level

Voyager Sopris -
h1{position:relative; z-index:1;}.post-content{max-width:1000px; left:0;} .sidebar, .author{display:none;} Even with improved literacy instruction in the early grades, some students are not able to keep up with the increasing...
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Diverse district seeing powerful growth with strong leadership, focus and fidelity

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Seguin ISD was facing a lot of challenges when Dr. Matthew Gutierrez first arrived as superintendent in 2017. A suburban district located outside San...
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