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The Writing Glitch is brought to you by Dotterer Educational Consulting. Our Founder and Owner, Cheri Dotterer, is the host. Build courage, compassion, and collaboration to help students thrive and grow leaders that transcend a lifetime, regardless of dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, using sensory-motor processing and neuroscience-based instructional interventions. No Pencil Required! We interview teachers, therapists, and parents about how they have seen a transformation in children h ...
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Tier 1 Interventions

Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer

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Math intervention, writing intervention, neurobiology, and cognitive-based learning - Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer are sharing how to incorporate them into your classroom. Jonily is a secondary math teacher and instructional coach for math K-12. Cheri is an occupational therapist specializing in neurology-based treatment across the lifespan and a Strategy-based Interventionist. Jonily secretly calls Cheri her Lesson Plan Whisperer because Cheri is always in her head, reminding her of t ...
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The Learning Disabilities Podcast Network is brought to you by Dotterer Educational Consulting, a Therapy Services, LLC, and Minds on Math, LLC. We focus on dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD. Enclosed are excerpts from the shows on our network. Current shows include: The Writing Glitch and Tier 1 Interventions We also share sample Hear Me Teach segments. A complete package of these segments is included at Tier 1 Interventions Workshops. We offer a discount to get started to hear th ...
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In this episode of Tier 1 Interventions, hosts Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer discuss the disconnect between visual perception and math skills in young learners. They explore using visual aids like dots and pegboards to assess and improve math understanding. The hosts also delve into the concepts of false positives and false negatives in math a…
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Join Cheri Dotterer as she interviews Cindy Frederick-Fulton, an occupational therapy assistant, hippotherapy practitioner, and farm owner, about her unique approach to helping students with writing challenges. Cindy shares her inspiring story of combining her diverse passions to create a virtual learning program that uses horses to motivate and im…
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Communication is the cornerstone of any relationship, but its significance is magnified in the parent-child dynamic. In this conversation, Billy Ivanova emphasizes that effective communication is not just about talking; it’s about listening, understanding, and connecting on a deeper level. ***********************************************************…
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Delve into the power of visuals in enhancing math instruction. Join us as we explore how visuals can revolutionize how students perceive and understand mathematics, particularly those with learning disabilities. We discuss the importance of number sense, the role of focus triggers like dots, and the application of the Concrete Representational Abst…
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In this episode of The Writing Glitch, I speak with Jacqueline Davies, the founder of Clever Noodle, a company that creates games aligned with the science of reading. We discuss the importance of evidence-based reading instruction, the role of games in literacy development, and the challenges of addressing the literacy crisis in our schools. Jacque…
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In this episode of Tier One Interventions, we discuss how to help struggling math students in the general education classroom. We cover topics such as the importance of movement in math, the benefits of novelty and routine, and how to use sensory delivery systems to improve number sense. We also discuss the Adaptive Condensed Math Curriculum, a new…
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In this episode of The Writing Glitch podcast, host Cheri Dotterer welcomes Ashton Rosenhiser, a passionate visual note-taker from Nova Scotia, Canada. Ashton shares her journey of combining creativity with effective communication through her Minds Eye Creative Consulting venture. Tune in to discover practical visual note-taking strategies that can…
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Vestibular system and its impact on learning and academics. In today's "Tier 1 Interventions" episode, we dive into the fascinating world of proprioception and the vestibular system, exploring their critical roles in educational settings. Hosts Cheri Dotterer and Jonily Zupancic are joined by clients to unravel how these sensory systems impact lear…
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Welcome to another episode of "The Writing Glitch: Hacking Dysgraphia—No Pencil Required." Today, we're diving deep into the world of number sense, focusing on children, especially those facing learning challenges such as dyscalculia. Joining us is Jonily Zupancic, who brings her expert insights into the often misunderstood concept of number sense.…
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This short is part of episode 6, Tier 1 Interventions Podcast. Join us for our next live event on April 20, 2024, or the 3rd Saturday of the month (school year - no live events in June, July, and August) https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/tier-1-interventions-workshops?coupon=T1Ipodcast2024 Get 2.5 contact hours. Start for $17 Cheri Dotterer discus…
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This short is part of episode 6, Tier 1 Interventions Podcast. Join us for our next live event on April 20, 2024, or the 3rd Saturday of the month (school year - no live events in June, July, and August) https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/tier-1-interventions-workshops?coupon=T1Ipodcast2024 Get 2.5 contact hours. Start for $17 That's true because t…
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This short is part of episode 6, Tier 1 Interventions Podcast. Join us for our next live event on April 20, 2024, or the 3rd Saturday of the month (school year - no live events in June, July, and August) https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/tier-1-interventions-workshops?coupon=T1Ipodcast2024 Get 2.5 contact hours. Start for $17 Cheri walked us throu…
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This short is part of episode 6, Tier 1 Interventions Podcast. Join us for our next live event on April 20, 2024, or the 3rd Saturday of the month (school year - no live events in June, July, and August) Tier 1 Interventions Workshop Get 2.5 contact hours. Start for $17 It gives you some guidance on thinking spontaneously and having your toolbox. W…
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This short is part of episode 6, Tier 1 Interventions Podcast. Join us for our next live event on April 20, 2024, or the 3rd Saturday of the month (school year - no live events in June, July, and August) https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/tier-1-interventions-workshops?coupon=T1Ipodcast2024 Get 2.5 contact hours. Start for $17 It gives you some gui…
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In the latest Tier 1 Interventions podcast episode, we had the pleasure of delving deep into the often overlooked but crucially important sensory strategies that can significantly enhance classroom learning. Joined by my co-host Jonily Zupancic, we explored proprioceptive input—a key element that can transform the educational experience, especially…
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As we dive into another episode of "The Writing Glitch," we're reminded of the power of resilience and determination. Today, we had the privilege of hearing from retired Lieutenant Colonel Jason Pike, whose story is nothing short of inspirational. Jason's journey began with the struggles of learning disabilities, identified early in his life. Despi…
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In this episode, co-hosts Cheri Dotterer and Jonily Zupancic explored the intricate relationship between the sensory system and learning in the classroom. Their discussion shed light on how educators can harness the power of the senses to enhance memory retention and learning among students. The Role of the Cerebellum in Learning Cheri Dotterer ope…
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In a world where education is constantly evolving, it's essential to explore innovative approaches that cater to students' diverse needs. Recently, I had the privilege of interviewing Jeffrey Benson, a seasoned educator, author, and advocate for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. In our conversation, Benson shared his wisdom o…
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Welcome to the Tier 1 Interventions podcast, where we explore groundbreaking strategies for enhancing classroom learning and engagement. I'm your co-hosts, Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer. In this episode, we delve into the transformative impact of our unique approach to teaching mathematics, emphasizing the importance of understanding and visua…
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Welcome to a special edition of The Writing Glitch podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of puppetry and its role in enhancing literacy skills. In this episode, we enjoyed hosting Carol Richards and Linnea Smith, the dynamic duo behind Richard's Learning Systems. This revolutionary literacy program incorporates puppets, animation, and …
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Welcome to our latest episode of the "Tier One Interventions" podcast, where we delve into the critical role of foundational classroom strategies in maximizing learning for all students. This episode, hosted by Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer, explores the nuances of cognitive demand and load and how understanding these concepts can revolutioniz…
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In this episode of The Writing Glitch podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Houghton, a remarkable educator, photographer, and University College Dublin Innovation Academy fellow. Our conversation delved into the evolving landscape of education, particularly in the context of remote learning and the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some key ta…
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In this episode of the Tier 1 Interventions Podcast, hosts Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer dive deep into the impact of Tier 1, 2, and 3 interventions on classroom learning. Their discussion sheds light on the foundational aspects of mathematics instruction and the importance of addressing the needs of students at the earliest stages of their ed…
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In this heartfelt episode of The Writing Glitch Podcast, host Cheri Dotterer, an Occupational Therapist and recovering dysgraphic, delves into the transformative power of play and emotional learning with guest Paul Zolman. Zolman discovered an unconventional path to aiding children's social and emotional development through his groundbreaking game …
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Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Look for episodes on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Join Us Live on the 3rd Saturday. Tier1Interventions.com In this enlightening episode of Tier One Interventions, hosts Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer embark on a thought-provoking journey into the world of education, mainly focusing on the impact of COVID-19 a…
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Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Look for episodes on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Join Us Live on the 3rd Saturday. Tier1Interventions.com Math intervention, neurobiology, and cognitive-based learning - Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer are sharing how to incorporate them into your classroom. Jonily is a secondary math teacher and instructiona…
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In today's episode, we leave school and enter the workplace with special guest, Katherine McCord, HR Diversity Specialist. Having disabilities herself, she is sensitive to the impact diversity and inclusion have on long-term employment. She provides actionable insights and resources to support and advocate for neurodiverse individuals. Bio: Katheri…
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In this inspiring episode, we delve into the unique and motivating journey of Hillary Glaser, who overcame her personal challenges with reading comprehension and dysgraphia to carve a successful path in digital marketing and dedicated her business to her mother and stepmother. As a mother of children with ADHD and autism, Hillary shares her insight…
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In today's episode, Cheri engages in a profound conversation with Russell Van Brocklen, a dyslexia specialist from Westlake, New York. Russell shares his unique journey of overcoming dyslexia and details his innovative approach, known as the Writing Method, which has significantly improved the writing skills of high school students with dyslexia. D…
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In today's episode, Cheri delves into the world of digital solutions for learning disabilities. Joined by Marty Schultz, co-founder of Objective Ed, they explore groundbreaking tools designed for students with dyslexia, visual impairments, and other reading challenges. Discover how Objective Ed's digital curriculum, including the Braille AI tutor a…
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Today's episode is from a masterclass that I presented several years ago. Form Constancy is a visual perceptual concept that impacts letters like b,d,p,q or numbers 2 and 5. The event began by defining dysgraphia. If you need to see images, check out the YouTube channel @cheridotterer. Introduction: The episode starts with an exploration of dysgrap…
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Join us in this transformative episode as we dive deep into the world of dyslexia and dysgraphia, exploring the personal journeys, challenges, and breakthroughs experienced by those who have navigated these learning difficulties. From the very beginning, we set the stage with an insightful discussion on overcoming reading struggles with our guest e…
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Today's guest is no stranger to the world of dyslexia. Russ Loyd has taken his love of technology and dyslexia and merged them into a website that curates all documents about dyslexia. Inside the episode, Russ and Cheri discuss Discussion on the inception and importance of a digital platform for consolidating neurodiversity resources. Russ's person…
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Join Cheri on this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch is PA House Representative Jason Ortitay. He discusses the importance of mandating education for writing skills, as many teachers struggle to teach writing effectively. PA House Bill 998 and Senate Bill 801: The interviewee explains that both bills aim to introduce legislation related to educ…
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Welcome to season two of The Writing Glitch! Cheri and Melissa Gill explore groundbreaking strategies to "hack" dysgraphia, challenging the conventional notion that writing difficulties are insurmountable. As they engage in candid conversation, they uncover invaluable methods to conquer dysgraphia's limitations without even picking up a pencil. Dis…
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Join Cheri as she delves into the heart of inclusive education on the Inclusive Pathways with DJ Nicholson. DJ brings her extensive experience in special education and her passion for creating inclusive learning environments to the forefront. DJ uncovers the transformative power of inclusive education through thought-provoking conversations and ins…
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[00:00:00] It's Cheri from The Writing Glitch Pocket Cast. Yeah, you have missed a few weeks with me because. The holiday brought us a vacation with our daughter, and I followed up with some bronchitis. Oh, well, but you know, such as life. Anyway. We are back in the swing of, uh, sessions. Uh, for people to get their dysgraphia certification. [00:…
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In this episode, Cheri engages in an insightful conversation with Pam Kasner, the distinguished literacy lead at the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PATTAN). They unravel the mysteries of structured literacy, its vital role in transforming education, and the upcoming legislative initiatives shaping the teaching landscape. Th…
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Welcome to the last episode of the Emotional Kids Summit - Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back for our last interview. Today, we share your Next Best Steps for getting involved with Math DYSconnected. Listen to the episode and join The Companion Course to receive more information about each guest. If you’d like to s…
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this interview, April discusses her journey of learning American Sign Language (ASL) and the importance of communication for her and her daughters. She shares her experience attending a publishing conference where she met Cheri in 2018 and how they connected through their shared interest…
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Cindy Frederdick-Fulton is an occupational therapy asistant. She owns an organic farm and provides a therapeutic riding program. She has discovered a program that integrates riding and writing and has put her program online. She provides a virtual experience for kids based in the city who c…
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Chaya is an occupational therapist specializing in self-regulation and school-based therapy and shares her journey and experiences in working with children with disabilities. She discusses her background, which includes working as an occupational therapist, creating her own practice, and be…
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back. Today, we share the inspiration behind one of the characters in our book, Math DYSconnected. Happy Birthday to The Writing Glitch and Cheri, your host! Listen in every Friday for a new character release. Math DYSconnected will be released this fall. You will be th…
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Join authors Lynn and Jonathan as they discuss their inspiring children's book, "Robby, the Dyslexic Taxi." In this heartwarming conversation, they share their motivation for creating a relatable story about a dyslexic taxi cab and its creative problem-solving abilities. By highlighting the…
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this conversation, Kelly, an Occupational Therapist, and provider of the Integrated Listening System (ILS), discusses the focus system and its benefits for children's learning. Kelly explains that the focus system incorporates decades of auditory processing and intervention research. It …
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0:02 So if what I'm telling you is overwhelming. 0:09 Let me be your boots on the ground to help you navigate making changes. 0:15 Like I've been sharing with you changes in your classroom to create collaborative environments. 0:27 Ultimately, it's going to improve employee retention. 0:36 It's going to improve classroom management. It's going to i…
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Christina shares her personal experience as a parent of a child with a disability. She discusses how she and her team at Exceptional Lives recognized the need to provide information and support to families in a different way. By leveraging her own love for podcasts and the effectiveness of …
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. One of the key takeaways from the conversation between Cheri and Heather is the importance of providing sensory strategies and sensory input to prevent meltdowns and promote learning. Children with sensory processing challenges often struggle to process the sensory information around them, …
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Bilateral integration, bilateral integration has several different components to it. But one of the things I want you to think about is when you're doing lesson planning, like Orton Gillingham, oh activity is when kids finger-write the letter or the word in the air. If they're only doing that with their dominant hand, they're only making an impress…
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back. Today, we share the inspiration behind one of the characters in our book, Math DYSconnected. Listen in every Friday for a new character release. Math DYSconnected will be released this fall. You will be the first to hear the details by joining the Companion Course…
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