12/10/2024

S3E6 Literacy In Action 2024 With Dr. Liz Brooke

“What is that ongoing support that we're providing to teachers? Whether that is ongoing professional learning, the use of coaches to support, how do I apply that knowledge that I learned in the training into my classroom?”

—Dr. Liz Brooke

33 minutes

During this special season recap episode of All For Literacy, host Dr. Liz Brooke reflects on the highlights and key insights from Season 3, bringing together the powerful conversations and expert perspectives that shaped this year's discussions.

From the latest in literacy research to emerging trends in education, Dr. Brooke revisits the most impactful moments from her conversations with some of the field's leading voices, including Dr. Julie Washington, Dr. Linnea Ehri, Dr. Katie Pace Miles, and advocate Debbie Meyer.

This episode explores the shifting landscape of literacy education, touching on important themes such as the transition from the so-called “reading wars” to what many are calling a “reading revolution.” Dr. Brooke delves into critical issues like the education of displaced students, the foundations of orthographic mapping, and the vital connection between community engagement and literacy development.

As Dr. Brooke reflects on her favorite moments from the season, she also provides a forward-looking perspective about the emerging trends in literacy education, offering a glimpse into what's to come in 2025. Whether you're a literacy advocate, educator, or simply passionate about the future of reading and writing instruction, this episode offers valuable insights about where the field is headed and what we can expect in the next chapter of literacy education.

Tune in to Season 3, Episode 6 of All For Literacy for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of literacy education and the emerging trends that will shape the future of the science of reading.

Episode Breakdown

(2:02) - Dr. Julie Washington and Scientific Revolutions in Reading

(7:03) - Connection and Community With Newcomer Students

(11:08) - Mentorship in Literacy Research With Dr. Linnea Ehri and Dr. Katie Pace Miles

(16:15) - The Role of Parent Advocates With Debbie Meyer

(23:35) - Building a Bridge: Community + Schools

About the Host

Dr. Liz Brooke is the chief learning officer at Lexia®. She is a lifelong learner dedicated to empowering literacy educators and supporting students. Before joining Lexia, she worked at Rosetta Stone, the Florida Center for Reading Research, and as a speech-language pathologist.