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Episode 14 - The Assessments We Love (and kind of hate)
In this episode, we take you behind the scenes to discuss the standardized assessments they rely on with students, from the WIAT and CTOP to the TOWRE and GORT. They share what each tool reveals about literacy skills,...
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Episode 13 - Using Data to Drive Instruction
Feeling overwhelmed by student data? In this episode, we walk through a simple 7-step process to move from numbers on a page to meaningful instructional decisions. You’ll learn how to:
Use screeners as a starting...
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Episode 12 - Inside a Structured Literacy Lesson (Secondary Edition)
In this episode of the Smarter Literacy Podcast, we break down how to deliver effective literacy intervention for secondary students, a topic that rarely gets the attention it deserves.
Key Takeaways:
Learn three...
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Episode 11 - Inside a Structured Literacy Lesson (Elementary Edition)
In this episode, we break down the exact structure of a structured literacy lesson at the elementary level. If you’ve ever stared at a blank lesson plan wondering where to start, this episode gives you a step-by-step...
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Episode 10 - Making Literacy Work in Tier 3
In this episode of the Smarter Literacy Podcast, we discuss the process of delivering effective Tier Three literacy instruction without the overwhelm. Whether you're a special educator managing IEP goals or a private...
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Episode 9 - Making Literacy Work in Tier 2
In this episode of the SMARTER Literacy Podcast, we dive into the sometimes chaotic world of Tier 2 literacy instruction. If you're working with limited time and diverse student needs, this conversation offers a...
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Episode 8 - Making Literacy Work in Tier 1
In this episode of the SMARTER Literacy Podcast, we tackle one of the biggest challenges in education: making the science of reading actually work in Tier 1 instruction.
Whether you're a classroom teacher or a...
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Episode 7 - Making Literacy Work Across Tiers
Are you teaching Tier 1, 2, or 3 instruction — or some blend of all three? In this episode, we break down what the tiers of literacy instruction really mean and why it’s essential to align your strategies with the...
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Episode 6 - How Showing Up Changes Everything
In this episode, we get real about what it’s like to start in literacy intervention without having to know EVERYTHING about literacy education. Mikayla shares her journey of jumping in, learning on the go, and...
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Episode 5 - Why Professional Development Wasn’t Working
In this episode, we share the story behind the creation of the SMARTER Intervention Summit. If you've ever walked away from professional development feeling overwhelmed and unsupported, you're not alone. The team...
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Bonus - How to Run Summer Groups that Get Results
What's one of the best ways to keep your kids engaged and learning over the summer? In this bonus episode, we discuss book clubs!
Whether you're an educator looking for summer teaching strategies or a parent aiming to...
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Episode 4 - Beyond the Classroom: Building a Literacy Business
Join us as we explore building a literacy business and discuss Ascend's origin story. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an established educator looking to expand your impact, this episode offers valuable...
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