The Reading League Science of Reading

Event Series Thirsty for Knowledge Thursday

Thirsty for Knowledge Thursday

Interested in the Science of Reading research, but don’t have the time to devote to a long Book Study? Join the New Jersey Chapter of The Reading League to discuss a total of 3 articles this summer. Articles will be sent in advance of the session to give everyone time to read, so they can engage in the conversation. August 11, 2022. Translating the Science of Reading Screening into Practice: Policies and their Implications by Zachary T. Barnes and Tiffany K. Peltier Register Here for August 11 August 25, 2022. Using Data-Based Instruction to Support Struggling Elementary Writers by Apryl L. Poch, Abigail A. Allen, Pyung-Gang Jung, Erica S. Lembke, and Kristen L. McMaster Register Here for August 25

Free

Using Assessment to Guide Instruction

Professional educators make numerous decisions about their students’ academic needs. To make these decisions most effective, data must be collected and carefully analyzed. Data should help answer key questions: WHO might need help? WHAT kind of help do they need? Is the work WORKING? This webinar discusses research-based strategies for helping educators collect and use assessment data efficiently and effectively to support the decisions and answer the key questions that help every student become a skillful reader.

Free

The Big Sky Literacy Summit (Montana)

Yellowstone Conference Center, Big Sky, Montana Big Sky, MT, United States

The Reading League Montana is co-hosting an incredible Science of Reading event at the base of Lone Mountain in the Yellowstone Conference Center in Big Sky, Montana.  An international team of expert teachers, scientists, literacy leaders, and coaches are coming to hold Conversations for Change on September 8, 9, & 10, 2022. Register Here

$275 – $625

The Impact of Stress on Learning, Emotions and Behavior in Kids with Dyslexia, ADHD and other special needs

Because of their neurocognitive and emotional vulnerabilities, children and adolescents with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD are particularly at risk for stress-related disorders and reactions. Neuroscience explains the problem and gives us the knowledge we need to turn this situation around. Dr. Schultz will present research, clinical observations, case studies and anecdotal evidence to explain why children and adolescents with LD and/or ADHD (and other special needs) have a lower threshold for stress due to their repeated experiences with failure.

Free
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