The Science of Writing Instruction

The Science of Writing Instruction

Hosted by: April Smith

Join author and professional learning coach April Smith as she explores research and insights into effective writing instruction in K-12 classrooms. She delves into methodologies, interviews experts, and shares...

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Ep. 11: Embracing Different Cultures Through Writing

With over 28 years of experience teaching, Lena has taught at various grade levels from kindergarten through high school. With a BA in English Literature from the University of Redlands and credentials in Multiple...
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Ep. 10: How Orton Gillingham Method Can Help Your Writers Succeed

 Pryor Rayburn is a Fellow-in-Training and Certified member of the Orton Gillingham Academy and a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) with ALTA. Pryor graduated from Davidson College with a bachelor’s degree...
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Ep. 9: Incorporating Writing Into Science

 Rebecca Riddle is an experienced educator who has taught kindergarten, 1st grade, and 4th grade. She has a deep passion for science and currently serves as the team lead for the Simplify Science curriculum, which...
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Ep. 8: Strategies For Supporting Our Dyslexic Learners During Writing

Heather O’Donnell MS.Ed and Ed.M began her career as a classroom teacher. Working in both special and general education classroom settings, she left the classroom in 2018 to open New Paltz Multisensory, an online and...
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Ep. 7: The Importance of Building Vocabulary

April Smith is the author of the book Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For a Student-Centered Writing Block. You can find her on Instagram and Youtube @Performingineducation. Find her free writing...
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Ep. 6: The Importance of Writing Goals in the IEP

April Smith is the author of the book Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For a Student-Centered Writing Block. You can find her on Instagram and Youtube @Performingineducation. Find her free writing...
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Ep. 5: Simple Ways to Energize Your Writing Activities

April Smith is the author of the book Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For a Student-Centered Writing Block. You can find her on Instagram and Youtube @Performingineducation. Find her free writing...
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Ep. 4: Incorporating Writing Into Literacy Centers

April Smith is the author of the book Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For a Student-Centered Writing Block. You can find her on Instagram and Youtube @Performingineducation. Find her free writing...
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Ep. 3: Enhancing Writing Through Effective Instructional Coaching

April Smith is the author of the book Simplify Your Writing Instruction: A Framework For a Student-Centered Writing Block. You can find her on Instagram and Youtube @Performingineducation. Find her free writing...
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Ep. 2: How to Evaluate the Writing Component of an ELA Curriculum

Thank you for listening! If you need help evaluating your current writing materials, please contact me. Follow April @performingineducation https://www.youtube.com/@AprilSmith Learn More:...
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Ep. 1: How Writing Fits Into The Science of Reading

Follow April @performingineducation https://www.youtube.com/@AprilSmith Learn More: https://www.simplifywriting.com/training Articles & Research Graham, Steve. 2019. “Changing How Writing Is Taught.” Review of...
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