Literacy Lunch Break
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Join us at the Literacy Lunch Break, a Heggerty podcast, where we serve up bite-sized, thought-provoking episodes on literacy, tailor-made for your lunch break, leaving you informed and inspired. We bring you authentic conversations with teachers, experts, and thought leaders in the field of literacy, ensuring real insights and practical strategies that can truly make a difference in your classroom.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Literacy Lunch Break episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Literacy Lunch Break for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Literacy Lunch Break episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
S5E3: Implementing Effective Writing Instruction with Dr. Julie Behmer
Literacy Lunch Break
10/22/24 • 24 min
Series 5, Episode 3: In this episode, Dr. Julie Behmer shares practical strategies for bringing research-backed approaches to writing instruction into your classroom. Discover how to build your confidence, enhance your teaching practices, and make writing a rewarding experience for both you and your students.
This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy classrooms, providing expert insights and practical strategies. From integrating writing with reading to district-wide improvements and meaningful assessment, each episode empowers educators with tools to strengthen their teaching practices and foster a supportive learning environment.
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S4E1: Transforming Literacy- Insights from Dr. Ernesto Ortiz, Jr. on Leadership and Literacy Initiatives
Literacy Lunch Break
07/23/24 • 20 min
Series 4, Episode 1: Join us for a dynamic Literacy Lunch Break episode with Dr. Ernesto Ortiz, Jr., as we dive into the transformative power of literacy leadership. Dr. Ortiz shares his expertise on district-wide literacy initiatives, the role of leadership in driving literacy change in elementary schools, and strategies for supporting educators. Discover how educational leaders are addressing challenges and measuring the impact of their literacy programs to ensure every student thrives.
Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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S4E3: Literacy Leadership in Action: A Conversation with Dr. Carrie Willer
Literacy Lunch Break
08/06/24 • 23 min
Series 4, Episode 3: Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Carrie Willer, the Director of Elementary Education (5K-6) at Appleton School District, the sixth largest district in Wisconsin. Carrie shares her expertise on how effective school leadership can drive literacy instruction, fostering a love for reading and learning in young students. We discuss the strategies Appleton uses to support literacy development, the role of school leaders in creating a culture of reading, and practical tips for educators and administrators looking to enhance literacy programs in their schools. Don’t miss this engaging conversation on empowering young minds through strong leadership and innovative literacy instruction.
Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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S4E5: Champions of Literacy: Leadership Insights from Dr. Gyimah Whitaker and Jennifer Burton
Literacy Lunch Break
08/20/24 • 25 min
Series 4, Episode 5: Join us for an insightful episode of Literacy Lunch Break as we sit down with Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, Superintendent at City Schools of Decatur, and Jennifer Burton, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning. Discover their innovative approaches to literacy leadership and learn how they are transforming literacy education to foster student success and engagement in their district.
Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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S4E6: Empowering Educators: Cultivating Content Knowledge for Student Success
Literacy Lunch Break
08/29/24 • 24 min
Series 4, Episode 6: Tune in to Literacy Lunch Break as host Marjorie Bottari engages in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Esmeralda Carini, a passionate K-12 literacy leader. Esmeralda shares strategies for ensuring educators have access to targeted professional learning opportunities, specifically focusing on enhancing content knowledge to drive student achievement. From her experiences in Hawaii, Esmeralda shares insights on fostering teacher growth and empowering educators to make impactful instructional decisions.
Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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S1E2: Decodable Texts: Building Strong Foundations with Cheryl Allison
Literacy Lunch Break
09/08/23 • 20 min
In this podcast episode, host Marjorie Bottari welcomes Cheryl Allison, a decodable book author, to discuss the importance of using decodable texts when teaching foundational reading skills to students. Cheryl shares her personal experiences with delayed reading and her journey to becoming an author of decodable texts. They discuss the significance of making decodable texts engaging and why decoding skills remain crucial for students through their elementary years. Cheryl also emphasizes the negative impact of guessing and the importance of maintaining a balance between decoding and comprehension in reading instruction. Stay tuned for more episodes on literacy topics in bite-sized formats.
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S3E4: Constrained Skills Theory with Kay Stahl
Literacy Lunch Break
02/27/24 • 19 min
One shift as we rethink small group instruction is the amount of time students spend in a group. Previously, we would often "re-group" students according to a specific timeframe. Perhaps every 4-6 weeks. We realize now that true differentiation requires groups to be fluid. One key component to fluidity is considering how long skills take to learn and how complex they are. Katherine Doughtery Stahl uncovers the Constrained Skills Theory as an impactful resource to use when considering small group instruction. We are so excited to have Katherine join us today to share her insight on this theory and how it can inform our instruction.
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S5E4: The Reading-Writing Connection with Joan Sedita
Literacy Lunch Break
10/29/24 • 32 min
Explore the interconnectedness of reading and writing with Joan Sedita, a leading researcher in literacy education. This episode provides insights into how these two critical skills reinforce each other and offers practical tips for seamless integration in your teaching practice.
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S4E4: Leading Literacy: Transforming Elementary Education Statewide with Christine Quesada
Literacy Lunch Break
08/13/24 • 20 min
Series 4, Episode 4: Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Christine Quesada, the Assistant Director of Literacy and Humanities at the New Mexico Public Education Department. Christine shares her expertise on leading literacy instruction from a statewide perspective, discussing key initiatives, effective leadership strategies, and the vital support systems in place for educators. Discover how New Mexico is tackling challenges and measuring success to ensure every elementary student has the opportunity to excel in literacy. Whether you're an educator, school leader, or policy maker, this conversation provides valuable insights into driving meaningful and sustainable literacy change from the top down.
Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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- Visit Heggerty.org for FREE Resources and to download samples of our curriculum.
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S1E6: Small Group Success, Unlocking Reading Proficiency with Decodable Texts - A Conversation with Amanda Hager
Literacy Lunch Break
09/08/23 • 21 min
Join us for Episode 6 of Literacy Lunch Break as we have an insightful conversation with Amanda Hager, an Orton-Gillingham certified Reading Interventionist. Amanda shares her journey from being a classroom teacher to a literacy coach and ultimately becoming a reading interventionist. She discusses the importance of phonemic awareness in reading instruction and the need to adapt teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each student. Amanda emphasizes the significance of continuous learning and research-backed approaches in improving student literacy outcomes. Tune in to discover valuable insights for enhancing reading proficiency through decodable texts and effective teaching strategies.
Amanda is an experienced teacher, instructional coach, and literacy interventionist. She has bachelor's degrees from Western Illinois University and Aurora University and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Reading from Grand Canyon University. She is also a certified level 1 dyslexia practitioner. She works as a reading interventionist in a K-5 building, delivering tier 2 and 3 literacy interventions. She is passionate about early literacy and believes that every student, no matter what deserves the best possible literacy instruction.
Learn more about Heggerty!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Literacy Lunch Break have?
Literacy Lunch Break currently has 28 episodes available.
What topics does Literacy Lunch Break cover?
The podcast is about Literacy, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Literacy Lunch Break?
The episode title 'S2E2: Voices for Structured Literacy: Empowering Change Through Advocacy and Influence with Naomi O'Brien' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Literacy Lunch Break?
The average episode length on Literacy Lunch Break is 21 minutes.
How often are episodes of Literacy Lunch Break released?
Episodes of Literacy Lunch Break are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Literacy Lunch Break?
The first episode of Literacy Lunch Break was released on Jul 21, 2023.
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