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The Science of Oral Language: Turning Research Evidence Into Practical Tools
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT
Presented by Dr. Charles Hulme, Founder and CEO, OxEd & Assessment; and Dr. Danielle “Nell” Thompson, CCC-SLP, Founder and CEO, The Big Sky Literacy Summit and The Transformative Reading Teacher Group
Moderated by Toni Backstrom, VP of Strategic Growth and Legislative Affairs, Really Great Reading
Sponsored by Really Great Reading
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Join us for an insightful exploration into the pivotal role that oral language plays in shaping not just reading, but all areas of learning. This edWebinar will discuss the importance of early screening and intervention for oral language delays and disorders.
We’ll examine the far-reaching benefits of addressing these challenges early, including improvements in early reading skill acquisition, self-regulation, and even the mitigation of dyslexia. By identifying and supporting students with oral language delays early, we can lay a solid foundation for academic success, prevent behavioral issues, and enhance overall learning outcomes.
This edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers, district leaders, and education technology leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
About the Presenters
Dr. Charles Hulme is Emeritus Professor of Psychology in Education at the University of Oxford and Professor of Psychology at Oxford Brookes University. He was formerly Professor of Psychology and Education in the Department of Education and William Golding Senior Research Fellow at Brasenose College, University of Oxford. Dr. Hulme is an expert on reading, language, and memory processes and their development. He has developed a number of effective language and reading interventions. Dr. Hulme is a Fellow of the British Academy, Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, and Fellow of Academia Europaea. He has received numerous awards for his research including the Distinguished Scientific Contributions Award of the Society for the Scientific Study of Reading (2019) and ranked one of the top psychology scientists in the world (2023).
Dr. Danielle “Nell” Thompson is an experienced national consultant, teacher educator, and leadership coach with a demonstrated impact in PreK to school-age populations. Dr. Thompson is a dynamic, fun, engaging human with tried-and-true experience in early childhood and school-age language and literacy education, language development and disorders, reading acquisition and disorders, staff wellness and mindfulness, positive thinking, and building positive change and momentum in schools. It has been said that “Dr. Thompson is an asset to any school, district, and/or state that employs her because her wisdom is deep, her practicality is on target, and her happiness is infectious!” When she isn’t in a school she is curating the Big Sky Literacy Summit, modeling, mentoring or coaching educators and leaders, or studying to build a better future for our next generations.
About the Moderator
For over two decades, Toni Backstrom has dedicated her career to advancing literacy achievement for students and advocating for teacher expertise. With a deep commitment to the Science of Reading and structured literacy, Toni has collaborated with policymakers, state and district leaders, and advocates to drive meaningful educational reforms. Believing firmly that literacy is a fundamental right, she works to enhance student outcomes, recognizing that improved literacy has profound and far-reaching benefits for individuals, families, and communities.
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