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7 Modifications to Transform Reading Instruction: The Science of Reading in Practice Series
Thursday, January 25, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST
Presented by Lindsay Kemeny, Elementary School Teacher; and Dr. Amanda Alexander, Chief Academic Officer, Scholastic
Sponsored by Scholastic Education Solutions
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Embark on a literacy journey with Lindsay Kemeny, elementary school teacher and author of 7 Mighty Moves. In this second part of the Science of Reading in Practice edWebinar series, she unravels the intricacies of effective reading instruction, supported by comprehensive research.
Lindsay shares seven evidence-based moves that will give you a roadmap to elevate your teaching practices. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, you gain confidence in your reading instruction. In this session, you:
- Explore research-backed methodologies for effective reading instruction
- Acquire seven practical, evidence-based teaching moves
- Develop confidence in reading instruction through real-world examples and discussion
Discover better ways to teach reading and leave with practical strategies to help all students. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers and school and district leaders.
Access the entire series in any sequence of your choice!
View Part 1 – 5 Ways to Improve Foundational Skills Instruction Right Now: The Science of Reading in Practice Series
View Part 3 – Accelerate Language Comprehension with the Strive-for-Five Framework: The Science of Reading in Practice Series
View Part 4 – Big Words for Young Readers – Why We Must Start Earlier and How to Do It! The Science of Reading in Practice Series
View Part 5 – Teach Reading the Way the Brain Works Best: The Science of Reading in Practice Series
About the Presenters
Lindsay Kemeny has been teaching elementary school for 12 years and is currently teaching first grade. After her son was diagnosed with dyslexia and depression, she began her deep dive into effective literacy instruction. She is a CERI-certified Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher and has a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. In addition to being a classroom teacher, Lindsay enjoys presenting both locally and nationally, and loves being a co-host of the Literacy Talks podcast. She has had articles published in The Reading League Journal, Dystinct Magazine, and IDA Perspectives. She lives in northern Utah with her husband and four children.
Dr. Amanda Alexander serves as Scholastic’s Chief Academic Officer. In this role, she leads research and validation efforts to ensure the efficacy of products, the delivery of professional learning services, and the company’s partnership with the Yale Child Study Center focusing on the intersection of literacy and health. Prior to joining Scholastic, Dr. Alexander served as the Vice President of Policy and Partnership Development at Teachstone. With more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience, the majority of Dr. Alexander’s service has been as a practitioner in the public sector. She has a B.A. in English and an M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction from Howard University, an M.S.Ed. in educational leadership from Baruch College, and a Ph.D. in education from American University.
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