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An Introduction to Interactive Writing Apr 20, 2023

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Are you looking for new ways to give your students the confidence they need to be the writers you know they are?

Today we are joined by Matt Halpern, author of A Teacher’s Guide to Interactive Writing, the latest edition to Heinemann’s Classroom Essentials series. Joining him in conversation is series editor and author Katie Wood-Ray.

Matt and Katie talk about modeling learning through instruction, tips for integrating interactive writing strategies throughout the day, and honoring students’ processes.

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The Transformative Power of Reading Apr 06, 2023

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This week we have a special interview with Kylene Beers about her newly released second edition of When Kids Can’t Read: What Teachers Can Do.

Michelle Flynn joins her to talk about how Kylene’s thinking has changed over the past 20 years since the first edition, what new material is included, and how this book speaks to the urgency around reading. Stay tuned after their conversation for a sample from the second chapter of the audiobook version of When Kids Can’t Read, second edition.

As always, a transcript of this episode is available at blog.heinemann.com

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Reading Responses for Critical Thinking Mar 30, 2023

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What does critical reading and critical thinking look like in your classroom? Are students excited? Bored? A little Apprehensive?

Today we are joined by two English teachers and authors, Marilyn Pryle and Rebekah O’Dell, to hear about how reading responses can be an approachable and effective strategy for helping students to engage meaningfully with a text. They advocate for moving away from right or wrong answer thinking, and into a space of rich discussion and ideation. If this sounds daunting, Marilyn and Rebekah break it down to show us how accessible it can be.

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Strengths-Focused Education for Neurodiverse Students Mar 16, 2023

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It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week and joining us today to keep the conversation around neurodiversity in education going is Rebecca Matte, Associate Professor of Education at Landmark College, and Mark DePietro, Vice President for Marketing and Communications at Landmark College.

In her time working with neurodiverse students, Rebecca found that students were often quick to list things they struggled with but couldn’t list areas in which they excelled. This led Rebecca to adopt a strengths-based perspective, one that takes a holistic look at a student and reframes what is often called a “deficit mindset.”

In their conversation, Rebecca and Mark talk about the importance of moving away from deficit thinking, and how you can incorporate strengths-based perspectives into your classroom.

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Developing Skilled Readers with The Reading Strategies Book 2.0 with Jennifer Serravallo Mar 02, 2023

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Are you looking for engaging lessons for whole-class teaching, need to supplement your core curriculum with small-group instruction, or need ideas for intervention?

The Reading Strategies Book is among the most well-known reading instruction resources for K-8 educators. Last month, the newly updated Reading Strategies Book 2.0 launched. With new strategies, skill progressions, student-facing charts, and more, this new edition is designed to meet every type of reader.

Today we are joined by Jennifer Serravallo, author of many books including The Reading Strategies Book 2.0. Joining her is former Heinemann Lead Instructional Designer and Content Specialist Jaclyn Karabinas. Jen talks about why she wanted to write this new edition, its timeliness, the detailed research process, and what new features readers will find. She shares her insights and hopes about how educators can incorporate this versatile resource into their classrooms.

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The Literacy Studio: Workshop Reimagined Jan 27, 2023

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Have you ever thought “if only I had more time for my reading and writing workshops”? Enter the Literacy Studio, a new approach to the workshop model that allows for integrated reading and writing instruction without demanding more time or extra planning.

Today we’re joined by Ellin Keene in conversation with Jaclyn Karabinas from the Heinemann PD team to expand on the ways in which the Literacy Studio model can save time, enhance learning, and help students grow their identities as readers and writers.

As always, a transcript of this episode is available at blog.heinemann.com

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Improve Student Writing with Mentor Texts Dec 15, 2022

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What can we learn from the texts that we admire the most? How can they inform our own writing?

Today we’re joined by authors Carl Anderson and Matt Glover. Carl’s latest book, A Teacher’s Guide to Mentor Texts, is part of the Classroom Essentials Series, and takes teachers through all the fundamental steps to using mentor texts in their practice. In this conversation, Matt and Carl discuss why mentor texts are useful, how to pick an appropriate mentor text, and ways that you can introduce them to your students.

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Beyond Xs & Ys: Developing Algebraic Reasoning Dec 01, 2022

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Welcome back to the Heinemann Podcast. Today we are joined by Julie McNamara. She is an associate professor of mathematics education at California State University, East Bay, in Hayward California. She also provides professional development and classroom coaching to teachers in the San Francisco Bay Area.

This short conversation was recorded back in September, where Julie talked about how students develop algebraic reasoning skills in their younger years.

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Designing a Joyful Math Workshop Oct 27, 2022

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Do you want your students to engage more authentically in math? You might consider implementing a math workshop framework, which encourages students to build their math skills through discussion, routines, and classroom community.

But not all math workshops are created equal. They are susceptible to the barriers we often come up against in our classrooms, like homogenization, and rigid texts that don’t work for the students in front of you.

Today we are joined by Jennifer Lempp. Jennifer is a director in the Office of School Support in Fairfax County Public Schools, Virginia. She has taught at both the elementary and middle school levels and has served as a math coach. Jennifer explains the benefits of a math workshop framework, and how to build a joyful math workshop in your classroom that is welcoming and enjoyable to students.

If you enjoyed today’s conversation, you can learn more about Jennifer and her book Math Workshop: Five Steps to Implementing Guided Math, Learning Stations, Reflection, and More at Heinemann.com.

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Expanding Literacy Through Digital Storytelling Oct 13, 2022

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Storytelling is one of the most universal and longstanding forms of communication. Our world continues to be shaped by the stories we tell and consume. Storytelling is a staple in most lower grades, but once kids reach middle school, narrative has often been replaced with the standard essay.

This week on the podcast, we’re exploring ways that storytelling can re-enter the classroom to compliment the critical literacy students are already building on.

We are joined by Jaclyn Karabinas from Heinemann Professional Development and Brett Pierce, author of Expanding Literacy: Bringing Digital Storytelling into Your Classroom. Brett explores the myriad options for narrative and storytelling that the digital format provides to us, and how it can inspire and engage our students.

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