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

September 29, 2024

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...

Ep. 10: How Orton Gillingham Method Can Help Your Writers Succeed

September 22, 2024

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...

Ep. 9: Incorporating Writing Into Science

September 15, 2024

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...

Ep. 8: Strategies For Supporting Our Dyslexic Learners During Writing

September 08, 2024

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...

Ep. 7: The Importance of Building Vocabulary

September 01, 2024

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...

Ep. 6: The Importance of Writing Goals in the IEP

August 25, 2024

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...

Ep. 5: Simple Ways to Energize Your Writing Activities

August 18, 2024

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...

Ep. 4: Incorporating Writing Into Literacy Centers

August 11, 2024

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...

Ep. 3: Enhancing Writing Through Effective Instructional Coaching

August 04, 2024

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...

Ep. 2: How to Evaluate the Writing Component of an ELA Curriculum

July 28, 2024

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:...

Ep. 1: How Writing Fits Into The Science of Reading

July 26, 2024

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...