READ Podcast Episode Library
Episode #48: Structured, Integrated, Inclusive: Reading Instruction for English Learners with Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, EdD
Episode #47: Exploring Whole Child Approaches to Reading with Yaacov Petscher, PhD
Episode #46: Reaching more Readers, Training more Teachers with Katie Pace Miles, PhD
Episode #45: The Role of Background Knowledge and Literacy in the Community with Susan Neuman, EdD
Episode #44: The ABCs of Early Literacy Learning and Teacher Knowledge with Shayne Piasta, PhD
Episode #43: LEAD on READ: Lakeisha Johnson, PhD, on The Village and Community Impact
Episode #42: "Bringing Words to Life": Vocabulary in the Classroom with Margaret McKeown, PhD
Episode #41: An Integrated Approach to Supporting All Readers with Lakeisha Johnson, PhD
Episode #40: LEAD on READ: Kristen Wynn and Literacy Leadership in Mississippi
Episode #39: LEAD on READ: What does it mean to be a leader in education right now?
Episode #38: DLD, Language, and Systemic Change in Reading – Dr. Tiffany Hogan Returns!
Episode #37: Word Reading Instruction and Support for Struggling Readers with Katie Pace Miles, PhD
Episode #36: Mental Health, Self-care, and Back-to-School Wellness with Dave Anderson, PhD
Episode #35: A Guide to Talking with Children with Rebecca Rolland, EdD
Episode #34: What every educator and family should know about reading with Carolyn Strom, PhD
Episode #33: Base Systems Needed for Change in Reading Education with Tim Odegard, PhD
Episode #32: Language and Reading Comprehension with Mindy Bridges, PhD, CCC-SLP
Episode #31: From Translation to Implementation with Nicole Patton Terry, PhD
Episode #30: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Teacher Growth Matthew Kraft, PhD
Episode #29: The Power of Language and Learning with Lydia Soifer, PhD
Episode #28: Curriculum, Consistency, and Coherence of Reading Instruction with Louise Spear-Swerling, PhD
Episode #27: READ in Review 2021
Episode #26: The Language of Math with Paul Riccomini, PhD
Episode #25: The Intersectionality of Race and Dyslexia with Resha Conroy
Episode #24: Beyond the NAEP: Mississippi’s Literacy Growth with Kristen Wynn
Episode #23: The Neuroscience of Resilience and Dyslexia with Fumiko Hoeft, M.D., Ph.D.
Episode #22: Global Literacy, Digital Reading, and Social Justice with Maryanne Wolf, PhD
Episode #21: The Beauty and Science of the Reading Brain with Maryanne Wolf, PhD
Episode #20: Translating Reading Practices, Transforming Education Policy with Emily Solari, PhD
Episode #20 Summary
The guest for this episode, Emily Solari, PhD, is a leader in academia and reading research as well as a true disruptor. We tackle the big question that is saturating current public and education discourse: How do we change reading achievement in this country? Dr. Solari offers her expertise on applying evidence-based instruction across school settings and addresses why our education system needs to enact simultaneous change in all policy areas to advance literacy outcomes for all students. She operationalizes key terms such as the Science of Reading (SoR), evidence-based instruction, and intervention. Citing her research and experience in school settings, she emphasizes the importance of making research and curriculum efficient, feasible, and effective for teachers and discusses the benefits of translational science. At the end of the conversation, Dr. Solari and Danielle talk more about advocating for the advancement of women in science. This conversation speaks to Dr. Solari’s impact and her continued call to action to implement change across the system of education.
Episode #19: Inclusive Language Instruction with Indigo Young, MS CCC-SLP
Episode #18: Early Identification and Intervention of Reading Disabilities with Hugh Catts, PhD
Episode #17: Science at Scale: Using Research and Social Entrepreneurship to Improve Literacy Outcomes
Episode #16: Literacy as a Vehicle for Social Justice with Molly Ness, PhD
Episode #15: Special Education 101: Navigating The IEP Process
Episode #14: Special Education 101: The Law and Protections for Students with Disabilities
Episode #13: The Power of Oversight on Policy and Education with Kate Walsh
Episode #12: Bonus Episode: Literacy in a Pandemic with Ken Pugh, PhD
Episode #11: Using Science to Decode the Literacy Crisis with Ken Pugh, PhD
Episode #10: Executive Functioning, Resilience, and Back to Basics Parenting with Mark Bertin, MD
Episode #9: Navigating The Linguistic Landscape: A Path To Equity & Access with Dr. Julie Washington & Jamie Williamson
Episode #8: Translating Literary Research and Empowering Teachers with Margie Gillis, EdD
Episode #7: Inside the Institute with John J. Russell, EdD
Episode #6: "See Her Speak": A DLD Discussion with Tiffany Hogan, PhD, CCC-SLP
Episode #5: Back to the Classroom with Devin Kearns, PhD
Episode #4: Supporting Our Children's Well-being and Learning During COVID-19 with Rachel Busman, PsyD
Episode #3: In-School Neuro-Superheroes with Nicole Landi, PhD
Episode #2: Leading with Values with Jamie Williamson
Episode #1: Real Talk About Baby Talk with Richard Aslin, PhD
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