The Phenomenal Student Podcast

Phenomenal Spotlight W/Mr. Short: Valentina Gonzales and Reading/Writing With English Learners

In today’s spotlight, I spoke with Valentina Gonzales, a former teacher, consultant and co-author of Reading and Writing with English Learners: A Framework for K-5. 

Valentina and I discussed her start in education, becoming a consultant, and her book. 

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Reading and Writing with English Learners: https://www.amazon.com/Reading-Writing-English-Learners-Framework/dp/1732194874/ref=sr_1_1?crid=215P9LYQIS4FT&keywords=reading+and+writing+with+english+learners&qid=1691752516&sprefix=reading+and+writing+with+%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1

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In the first edition of Phenomenal Discussion W/Mr. Short, The Literacy View–Judy and Faith–had an open conversation about several topics in the literacy world.

1. Lucy(Calkins)!!!

2. Are people really moving away from Balanced Literacy?

3. Criticism of SOR being phonics only.

4. Do we throw the baby out with the bathwater?

5. Teaching Comprehension.

6. Parent-Educators

7. Self-Care for Teachers

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In today’s spotlight, I spoke with Lindsay Kemeny, a primary teacher and author of the newly-released(On Scholastic) 7 Mighty Moves. (Available On Amazon July 20th)

Lindsay and I discussed the progress in the Science of Reading movement, her new book and what she hopes others gain from the book. 

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7 Mighty Moves: https://www.amazon.com/Mighty-Moves-Research-Backed-Classroom-Tested-Strategies/dp/1339012081/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FEL4JATO0YLZ&keywords=7+mighty+moves+book&qid=1689802718&sprefix=7+mighty+moves%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1

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Phenomenal Conversations W/Mr. Short: Dr. John Hodge(Part 1)

In today’s Conversation, I spoke with Dr. John Hodge, the CEO of the Urban Learning and Leadership Center.

During the discussed, we discussed his upbringing, how he came to teaching, and our common viewpoint on teaching.

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In today’s spotlight, I spoke with Dr. Louisa Moats, the author of LETRS, Speech To Print, and one of the leaders of the Science of Reading movement. 

Dr. Moats talks about the progress of the Science of Reading movement, the LETRS training, where things are going with the SOR movement. 

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In today’s spotlight, I spoke with Susan Lambert, the co-host of The Science of Reading Podcast and Chief Academic Officer for Amplify. 

We discussed her background, start in education, working with Amplify and the Science of Reading Podcast. 

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In today’s spotlight, I spoke with Natalia Heckman, a Seidlitz Consultant and the author of the upcoming “Building Better Writers.”

We discussed her background, start in education, becoming a consultant and the formation of “Building Better Writers.”

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In today’s #TalkingThursday, I will talk about a topic that’s been in the conversation the past few weeks: The Reading Crisis.

I will detail the three ways to solve it.

1. Admit There’s A Problem

2. Have Dialogue

3. Come Up With An Actual Solution

Please share and give feedback on your perspective on the Reading Crisis.

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In today’s #TalkingThursday, I will talk about a topic that’s been in the conversation the past weeks of whether comprehension is a skill or is it natural.

Please share and give feedback on your perspective on Comprehension

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In today’s #TalkingThursday, I talk about how to make Read-Alouds intentional to maximize impact. Please share and give feedback on your perspective on Read-Alouds.

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#StorytimeSaturday: How I Learned To Go Get It

In the second half of my Rookie year, my students had improved tremendously but I felt they had stagnated, so I asked my Campus Literacy Coach–Na’Carol Dixon(nee Hall) to model a lesson. After observing her energy level and teaching approach, I realized that it’s the way that I wanted to approach ELA instruction.

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In today’s Conversation, I spoke with Joanne Billingsley, a former educator and now education consultant. 

During the discussion, we touched on her upbringing as a dyslexic child, receiving a teaching degree, start to her career, becoming the Teacher of Year in Texas, and her foray into consultancy.

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In today’s Conversation, I spoke with Dr. Jan Richardson, who is a longtime educator, author, and literacy consultant.

We discussed her starting off as a math teacher, working in a variety of environments, perspective on Guided Reading, and the change in the literacy landscape.

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In today’s #TalkingTuesday, I talk about why increasing rigor and teaching higher order comprehension is essential to any literacy block.

Please share and give feedback on your perspective of teaching higher order comprehension.

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After signing my 1st consulting contract, I reflected on my 1st job offer as a teacher and what led up to it.

In this video, I talk about how it spoke to my life at the time.

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In today’s Conversation, I spoke with Gretchen Bernabei, a former English teacher, author of several writing resources, and Writing consultant.

We discussed her early career, becoming a young consultant, penning books, and mentoring proteges.

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In today’s #TalkingThursday, I’m talking about the importance of Fluency in your literacy block.

Increasing kids fluency is Phenomenal at growing their reading levels and boosting test performance.

#TalkingTuesday: Know The Why(Vocabulary)

In today’s #TalkingTuesday, I’m discussing the Why to vocabulary instruction in Reading.

Research on Vocabulary Instruction: https://www.teachingbyscience.com/vocabulary?fbclid=IwAR0M_1QoXSI68eY83ZBa_QyaRa6on_-x3ElmIRwS0elOJf-RAl1AdMzpvO8

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In today’s Conversation, I spoke with Pam Koutrakos, an instructional coach, consultant and author of Word Study That Sticks.

During our discussion, we talked about her start in education, becoming a consultant, writing Word Study That Sticks and not being able to leave the classroom.

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#TalkingThursday: Know The Why(Phonics)

Today, I’m beginning my first in a series of Know The Why to your teaching, which will focus on Phonics, Vocabulary, Fluency and Comprehension.

Scope And Sequence: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1li5G-ky9fubl1pvvBXISlJH98rr4Nfg4LmnCsGLm3Sk/edit#gid=1957645351

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In a live interview, I spoke with Paul Thomas, a professor at Furman University, about his session: Rethinking Reading Policy In The Science of Reading Era.

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In the Phenomenal Students first live interview, Dr. Jamie Lipp discusses her session: Phonics and Phonological Awareness in the Reading Recovery lesson.

She talks about why the session was needed, the response of the crowd and what she hopes for the future of Reading Recovery.

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In my first #TalkingTuesday, I’ll discuss my background as an educator, the current literacy landscape, and possible solutions to the 2nd Reading War.

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In today’s Conversation, I spoke with Rachael Gabriel, a researcher, author, literacy professor, and Lit Con 23 Keynote speaker.

During our discussion, we talked about her start in education, becoming a researcher, teacher evaluation, the changing landscape in literacy, and her Lit Con 23 Keynote.

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In today’s Spotlight, I spoke with Iantha Ussin, a Phenomenal Educator and presenter at Lit Con 23.

During our discussion, we discussed her career, focus on classroom culture and her upcoming Lit Con Presentation: Vivacious Vocabulary.

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In today’s conversation, I spoke with Patty McGee, who is a lifelong educator, author and renown literacy consultant with a specialty in Grammar.

During our discussion, we talked about her humble beginnings, moving out the classroom, working with schools across the country and her upcoming Lit Con 23 presentation.

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In today’s Spotlight, I spoke with Leah Mermelstein, who is the author of We-Do Writing.

During our discussion, we discussed Interactive Writing, her book and how it aligns with new landscape in Literacy.

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Phenomenal Conversations W/Mr. Short: Dr. Marie Heath

In today’s conversation, I spoke with Dr. Marie Heath, who is an ESL Curriculum Coordinator for Plano I.S.D. and an Educational Consultant for Seidlitz Education.

During this talk, we discussed her journey to becoming an educator after dropping out of high school, balancing home/professional life, and overcoming life’s challenges to make a Phenomenal impact in education.

Tune in to listen to her inspiring story.

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Phenomenal Spotlight W/Mr. Short: Reading Strategies 2.0

In today’s Spotlight, I spoke with Jennifer Serravallo, who is author of the bestselling Reading Strategies book and a renown literacy consultant, about Reading Strategies 2.0, which is the updated version of the aforementioned bestselling resource.

During our discussion, we talked about why she updated the book, putting it together in the midst of a pandemic, the research embedded in it, and what educators will find in the resource.

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