Jun 12

Research-Based Shifts to Strengthen Phonemic Awareness with Marianne Rice

Episode 253In this episode, we talk with Marianne Rice about key findings from a Tennessee report examining how well early literacy materials align with research on phonemic awareness and early reading instruction. Marianne walks us through five essential practices that can help ... Show More

48m 3s

May 22

Supporting Readers as Texts Get More Complex with Luke Morin

Episode 252What actually happens when students encounter a complex text?In this episode, we’re joined by Luke Morin to discuss his article "Wading Into the Deep End: What Reading Actually Requires When the Text Gets Hard." Luke shares a powerful classroom moment where students ap ... Show More

57m 47s

May 15

[Listen Again] Why Knowledge Matters for Comprehension with Daniel Willingham & Barbara Davidson

Episode 139As we continue our focus on comprehension this month, we’re revisiting one of our most essential conversations.In this episode, we explore a foundational truth about reading: comprehension depends on knowledge.We’re joined by cognitive scientist Daniel Willingham, who ... Show More

1h 1m

Aug 2024

Gamification in the Literacy Classroom with Dr. Lauren Gehr - 281

In this episode, seasoned educator and instructional coach Dr. Lauren Gehr shares stories that illustrate the power of gamification in the literacy classroom and beyond. You'll hear how gamified learning fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper dive into content. If ... Show More

22m 52s

Nov 2024

Aspire Mailbag: Career Aspirations and Leadership Opportunities

In this Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and Joshua Stamper dive into listener questions about school leadership, connecting with students and staff, building future leaders, and navigating career aspirations. Topics include: How can you consistently connect with students and ... Show More

28m 55s

Aug 2023

Welcome Back…to School!

Whether you’re teaching for the first time or a seasoned classroom educator, the words ‘back to school’ always signal excitement, energy, and new enthusiasm for the year ahead. As we launch season 4 of <a href='https://readinghorizons.com/literacytalks'>Literacy Talks ... Show More

30m 8s

Dec 2024

62. Practical Tips for Thriving in the Classroom

We are so excited to share this special replay episode of Ashleigh’s interview on The Teacher Approved Podcast with Emily and Heidi! We had a great conversation about supporting new teachers and how veteran educators can play a key role in helping them thrive. ... Show More

31m 11s

Oct 2024

Rethinking Student Goal Setting with Mitch Weathers

In this special #AspireLead bonus episode, Mitch Weathers, author and creator of Organized Binder, discusses how to rethink traditional goal setting. Together, Josh & Mitch dive into why the old methods of setting goals often fall short and explore practical strategies to make go ... Show More

24m 21s

Jun 2022

Effective Learning for Teachers and Students

🎙️ Welcome to ESL Talk! 🎙️A podcast for English Teachers, by English Teachers.This week, we are covering the subject of effective learning for teachers and students. We not only talk about what to consider but also how to teach it effectively. Goal setting and being efficient a ... Show More

38m 34s

Jun 2022

Season 1, Episode 17: Finish the School Year Strong

The end of the school year is rapidly approaching here in the United States. For many children,  the end of the school year can bring about stress and uncertainty. Many of our students have feelings of anxiety - they may be a bit more anxio ... Show More

42m 10s

Jul 2022

Episode 27: Chasing Greatness with Don Epps

An educator for the last 20 years, Don Epps, has served as a classroom teacher, coach, high school principal and currently a middle school principal in Chanute Kansas. The #ChasingGreatness Principal has been featured in national publications and podcasts for stories of school cu ... Show More

56m 2s

May 2022

120: We Are Not A Reading Teacher

How are SLPs different than reading teachers? This is a question I see a lot in my SLP Elevate membership. People want to know how we can differentiate ourselves from a standard reading t ... Show More

11m 58s

May 2025

Episode 156 - The Hidden Key to Engagement: Learning Rhythms You've Probably Never Considered

In today's episode, we're talking and taking a closer look at what I call five learner energy profiles. These aren't learning styles per se in the traditional sense. They are patterns that I've seen over and over again. Patterns that help explain why some students engage instantl ... Show More

20m 53s

Ep. 73: Bring Back the Joy of Schooling ...