Psyched to Practice

Practice in Action: Improving Literacy w/ Dr. Megan Gierka

Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner Season 1 Episode 69

Join us for our latest Practice in Action episode featuring Megan Gierka as she dives into the critical issue of illiteracy and the challenges faced by school children in acquiring reading skills. Discover the importance of the science of reading and evidence-based instruction as Megan provides insights into assessing reading instruction and supporting struggling readers. Gain valuable tips for parents to support their children's reading development and explore the impact of technology on literacy. Learn about the implications of illiteracy, including high dropout rates, and the advocacy for effective materials and teacher training to address the literacy crisis. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on literacy development and its crucial implications.

Cultivating Genius: https://a.co/d/6L7mUb8 


Knowledge Matters Campaign: https://knowledgematterscampaign.org 


Right to Read Documentary: https://www.therighttoreadfilm.org


IES Practice Guides: https://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/PracticeGuides


Barbara Bush Foundation:https://www.barbarabush.org 


National Council of Teacher Quality (NCTQ):https://www.nctq.org


National Center for Intensive Intervention (NCII): https://intensiveintervention.org

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