Literacy Landscapes

Dr. Olander is an innovative, forward-thinking educator and scholar. The link to the UDL website mentioned is: https://udlforteachers.com/

In this episode, we discuss Universal Design for Learning in urban schools, Translanguaging as a UDL strategy, rethinking the language we use when discussing students with special needs, and the ways in which systems, policies, and practices can directly impact teachers and students.

In this episode, we discuss the effective use of technology to support instructional strategies. We also talk about gamification of learning, and ways to connect with students.

Sky Sofer is a former student of Johanna's, a current research associate at a university, and an educator. We discuss everything from being a student, teaching practices, "failing up" and reflecting on lessons in teaching, and Eurovision!

In this episode, we discuss Dr. Sarah Hart's recently published book, Once Upon a Prime: The Wondrous Connections Between Mathematics and Literature. It's available at all fine bookstores, including Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Dr. Hart is a London-based mathematician, and Gresham Professor of Geometry, Professor of Mathematics at Birkbeck, University of London.

https://www.amazon.com/Once-Upon-Prime-Connections-Mathematics-ebook/dp/B09XL7YC2N

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/once-upon-a-prime-sarah-hart/1141344095?ean=9781250850881

We discuss a range of topics, including the connection between mathematics and literature, how mathematics can be joyful, and the origins of many of the symbols we commonly use today.

https://twitter.com/sarahlovesmaths?lang=en

In this conversation, we discuss congregational Hebrew use and approaches to language in Jewish education. This conversation addresses the role of religious languages in schooling- across religions, as we look to where we are now, and in the future. We explore how we use language to make claims about our identities and the “story of language.” Who controls language? What is the role of language in defining who we are and our beliefs?

You can learn more about Dr. Sharon Avni’s work at http://www.sharonavni.com/

In this brief episode, I discuss my "Why" as Simon Sinek would say, for why literacy matters to me. I'm excited about future episodes I'm planning, including: The connection between mathematics and literature, the importance of print rich environments in early literacy practices, interviewing Dr. Adam Tramantano about his newly released book, and planning a series on bilingual education. Stay tuned and please subscribe!

This episode explores chronic health conditions, including CSID and Crohn's disease (IBD) through two different perspectives: comedy and fitness! Comedian Antonia Lassar @antonialastar and fitness professional Aliz David @thechronicallyfitcoach share incredible insights into their own journey, and how they use their individual platforms to educate and entertain. As the host, I open up about my own CSID journey and life-long belly issues. You can read more about my story at https://www.csidjo.com/

Dr. Paula Washington is an accomplished musician and educator. In this episode, learn more about the neuroscience of music performance and communication. Dr. Washington shares details about her compelling dissertation.

References: Washington, P. S. (1993). An electroencephalographic study of musical performance: Imagined versus actual playing and solo versus chamber playing. New York University.

On Literacy Landscapes, we re-examine literacy theory and watch it in action today. We'll give you an inside look into the classroom and take you outside to where play and practice meet.