Best Jergens Podcasts (2024)

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How to understand education research - with Nate Hansford 33:58

2h ago33:58

33:58

Nate Hansford, author of The Scientific Principles of Teaching, equips teachers to discern whether or not a study is high-quality, and whether or not to apply its results to their teaching. We follow that by discussing particular pedagogies that research does not support. I highly recommend his book, which takes the mystery out of education researc…

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Teaching students to read longer words - with Dr. Devin Kearns 40:27

4d ago40:27

40:27

165: Dr. Devin Kearns explains why popular syllable division methods may not be the most efficient way to teach students to read longer words - and what to consider instead. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resourc…

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Integrating vocabulary and writing instruction - with Dr. Lorraine Hammond 45:26

11d ago45:26

45:26

164: Dr. Lorraine Hammond describes a whole-school approach to teaching vocabulary and explains how teachers can teach writing at the same time. What a powerful and efficient way to build vocabulary and writing skills! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini…

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How to teach sentence comprehension - with Nancy Hennessy 35:37

18d ago35:37

35:37

163: When our students struggle with comprehension, it may be that we need to go all the way back to the sentence level. In this episode, Nancy Hennessy discusses many different ways that teachers can help improve students' sentence comprehension. You may want to take notes! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach …

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How to scaffold preschoolers' early writing skills - with Dr. Sonia Cabell 31:29

25d ago31:29

31:29

162: When you understand the stages of early writing, you're better able to support beginning writers. In this episode, Dr. Sonia Cabell reviews a framework for teachers to evaluate, support, and extend the writing that young children produce. This is a must-listen for preschool and kindergarten teachers! Click here for the show notes from this epi…

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What should small group instruction look like? with Deedee Wills 41:09

1M ago41:09

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161: Deedee Wills was once a kindergarten teacher who trained other teachers to implement guided reading. In today's episode she shares information from her recent Plain Talk presentation, explaining why we need to move away from guided reading and how to give intentional, effective small group instruction to beginning readers. Click here for the s…

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[Listen Again] Teaching word recognition - with Dr. Katie Pace Miles 37:02

1M ago37:02

37:02

In this replay of a popular episode, we discuss exactly what's happening when children learn to recognize words - teaching tips included! Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? …

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All about literacy centers - with Christina Winter 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

160: Unless all your students are at the same skill level (highly unlikely!), you will need to meet with small groups during the school day - even in a structured literacy classroom. But what are the rest of the students doing? Christina Winter walks us through how to choose literacy centers, how to teach students to do them independently, and answ…

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How one university gives its pre-service teachers hands-on training - with Dr. Jodi Nickel 35:21

2M ago35:21

35:21

159: Dr. Jodi Nickel shares her journey from balanced to structured literacy, and describes how her university pairs teacher candidates with struggling readers in a successful tutoring program. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking f…

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A case for whole group phonics lessons - with Casey Jergens 34:06

2M ago34:06

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158: Kindergarten teacher Casey Jergens shares how and why he teaches a whole group phonics lesson before offering small group instruction. Lots of food for thought! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that …

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A special education teacher's journey from balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Melanie Brethour 30:35

2M ago30:35

30:35

157: Special education teacher Melanie Brethour was a balanced literacy teacher until her son struggled to learn to read. As she learned about how to help him overcome dyslexia, she dove into the science of reading and hasn't looked back. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my sci…

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What does research say about teaching preschoolers? - with Dr. Susan Neuman 42:56

2M ago42:56

42:56

156: If you have questions about what the science of reading has to say about preschool, this is the episode for you! Dr. Susan Neuman, early childhood expert and author, discusses what research has to say about play-based learning, developmentally appropriate practice, and building oral language and vocabulary in preschool. Click here for the show…

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The power of spelling inventories - with Dr. Pam Kastner 37:57

3M ago37:57

37:57

155: Dr. Pam Kastner walks us through the wonderful complexity of the English language and explains why spelling inventories are a powerful tool for informing instruction. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources…

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Navigating the complexities of English spelling - with Lyn Stone 33:12

3M ago33:12

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154: Lyn Stone helps us navigate the complexities of English spelling in a way that makes sense for students and teachers. We discuss morphology, etymology, tricky spellings, and even get Lyn's opinion on teaching "blends" and syllable types. Enjoy! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get acces…

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Spelling assessment, syllable types, & intervention - with Dr. Shelley Blackwell 34:21

3M ago34:21

34:21

153: Dr. Shelley Blackwell and I discuss all things spelling - from spelling assessment to spelling intervention. We also talk about whether it's useful to teach spelling rules and syllable types. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Lookin…

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The phases of spelling development - with Dr. Richard Gentry 29:37

3M ago29:37

29:37

152: Dr. Richard Gentry, spelling expert, describes the phases of spelling development, lists do's and don'ts for spelling instruction, and explains what to do for children who struggle with spelling. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Lo…

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All about teaching English Spelling - with Dr. Louisa Moats 35:27

4M ago35:27

35:27

151: What an honor to speak with Dr. Louisa Moats about the English language! She explains why it's so important to teach spelling, why English isn't as irregular as some think, the usefulness and limitation of syllable types, and how to help students who struggle with spelling. Dr. Moats is a treasure! Click here for the show notes from this episo…

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[Listen Again] All About Phonics - with Wiley Blevins 48:24

4M ago48:24

48:24

Merry Christmas! I hope you enjoying listening to my favorite phonics expert, Wiley Blevins! Wiley Blevins is the author of many practical books about teaching phonics, and in this episode we talked ALL things phonics - from decodable books and syllable types to sound walls and differentiating phonics lessons. This is our most popular episode to da…

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[Listen Again] What is set for variability? with Dr. Marnie Ginsberg 24:44

4M ago24:44

24:44

This is one of our top three most popular episodes, so let's give it another listen! Set for variability is a skill that readers use to transform a pronunciation error into the correctly decoded form of the word. If you think it sounds important, you're right! Today we learn all about set for variability from Dr. Marnie Ginsberg, creator of Reading…

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All about Morphology - with Dr. Deb Glaser 46:17

4M ago46:17

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150: Dr. Deb Glaser is an author, educational consultant, and professional development provider with a special interest in morphology. In this episode she defines morphology and explains how to teach it, beginning in kindergarten and moving through the grades. Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get a…

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How to use assessment data to inform instruction - with Rachel Beiswanger 28:54

5M ago28:54

28:54

149: In today's episode, special education coach Rachel Beiswanger explains how she uses assessment data when deciding what to teach her students. We list screening measures and list specific things you can do if students are scoring below benchmark. I list all the details in the show notes, so be sure to check them out! Click here for this episode…

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Balancing whole group and small group reading instruction with Dr. Sharon Walpole 30:41

5M ago30:41

30:41

148: Dr. Sharon Walpole explains how teachers can balance whole group and small group reading instruction using her free open-access curriculum, Bookworms, and the phonics lessons in her book, How to Plan Differentiated Reading Instruction. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my s…

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Differentiating with small groups right from the start - with Linda Diamond 35:30

5M ago35:30

35:30

147: Linda Diamond explains why it's important to differentiate initial instruction in foundational skills using small-group instruction and a mastery-based approach. Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align …

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How to use assessment data within MTSS - with Dr. Stephanie Stollar 34:02

5M ago34:02

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146: Dr. Stephanie Stollar has been supporting schools to use MTSS to improve reading outcomes for more than 25 years. She explains the importance of using screening data to reflect the effectiveness of Tier 1 instruction, how to use assessment data to form differentiated small groups, and how to avoid common mistakes that schools make when impleme…

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What is MTSS? 10:41

6M ago10:41

10:41

145: I explain how to use MTSS as a framework for implementing the science of reading. We look at four different types of assessment and describe what happens in Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instruction. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! L…

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What does it take to change teachers' minds? 33:37

6M ago33:37

33:37

144: Faith Borkowsky is a dynamic literacy leader who understands that patience and love are two key ingredients when it comes to helping teachers become open to learning more about the science of reading. This is the perfect episode for those who feel alone in their science of reading journey - listen and be inspired! Click here for the show notes…

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[Listen again] Structured literacy in kindergarten: An interview with Kate Winn 33:54

6M ago33:54

33:54

Kate Winn is a brilliant teacher who shares how she moved from a balanced to structured approach … and how structured literacy has reignited her passion for teaching! Find the show notes here. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the science…

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Why are so many professors reluctant to let go of balanced literacy? 56:35

6M ago56:35

56:35

143: Dr. Pam Snow and I discuss why balanced literacy is still taught in colleges and universities in both America and Australia. When you understand the problem, you're in a better position to start solving it! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course…

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Helping teachers get started with the science of reading: A conversation with Donna Hejtmanek 29:40

6M ago29:40

29:40

142: Donna is the founder of the Facebook group, The Science of Reading-What I Should Have Learned in College. She shares what led her to create the group and shares suggestions for people just getting started with the science of reading. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my sci…

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3 Things to remember about reading fluency 3:02

7M ago3:02

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141: Today I'm answering three questions: Can we fast forward our way to fluency? When building fluency, what are the first steps? What does the Oral Reading Fluency assessment actually measure? Get the answers in today's quick episode! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my scien…

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A conversation with Emily Hanford 35:41

7M ago35:41

35:41

140: I'm so honored that journalist Emily Hanford joined me on the podcast! It was her article "At a Loss for Words" that finally led me to rethink balanced literacy and begin learning about the science of reading. This episode will help you understand why some teachers are so resistant to learning about the science of reading - and Emily's work wi…

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3 Questions teachers should stop asking (and what to say instead) 3:09

7M ago3:09

3:09

139: I learned about these three toxic questions from multilingual author and expert Elizabeth Jiménez Salinas, and I couldn't wait to share them with you! Learn what questions to avoid and what to say instead. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course …

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Making change at the state level: A conversation with Kristen Wynn 36:18

7M ago36:18

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138: A decade ago, Mississippi was ranked 49th in reading. Not anymore! Kristen Wynn, Mississippi's state literacy director, walks us through the steps that brought positive change. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable…

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Is Shared Reading aligned with the science of reading? 6:54

7M ago6:54

6:54

137: Shared Reading has its origins in whole language and balanced literacy. Does it belong in a structured literacy classroom? Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Cli…

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Making change at the district level: A conversation with Cliff Jones 23:06

7M ago23:06

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136: Cliff Jones walks us through how his district shifted from balanced literacy to teaching based on the science of reading. Listen in to find out how all teachers were educated and supported! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking …

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How to get more students to answer your questions 6:03

7M ago6:03

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135: Are you tried of asking a question and seeing only a few hands go up? Here are ways to get everyone to respond! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to …

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Making change at the school level: A conversation with Reena Mathew 28:29

7M ago28:29

28:29

134: Reena Mathew was the reading interventionist at a balanced literacy school. Learn how she helped her school make the switch to the UFLI phonics program. They've had so much success that the program will be implemented across the district! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to m…

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What is cognitive load, and why does it matter? 6:21

8M ago6:21

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133: Learn what cognitive load has to do with teaching reading, and discover specific things you can do to avoid overwhelming your students' working memories. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align w…

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[Listen Again] Starting with change at the classroom level: A conversation with Margaret Goldberg 37:28

8M ago37:28

37:28

As a former balanced literacy teacher, Margaret Goldberg is a leader in the movement to help ALL students become successful readers. But she had to start small - in her classroom. I’m sure you’ll love hearing from her as much I enjoyed this interview! Find the show notes here. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of re…

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What structured literacy looks like in first grade 27:32

8M ago27:32

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132: Have you ever heard that structured literacy is boring for kids? Not in Gin Quinn-Mooney's first grade classroom! Take a walk through her daily schedule and learn how she uses every minute to keep her students learning! Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-…

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Practical ways to promote reading comprehension with Dr. Sharon Vaughn 27:50

8M ago27:50

27:50

131: You've heard what NOT to do when it comes to teaching comprehension. But where are the practical ways to promote comprehension in the classroom? Dr. Sharon Vaughn has the answers! Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printa…

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[Listen Again] What did the National Reading Panel say about comprehension? 2:36

8M ago2:36

2:36

Is it worth our time to teach reading comprehension strategies? Here’s some food for thought from the National Reading Panel. Find the show notes here. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more abo…

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7 Mighty Moves with Lindsay Kemeny 29:34

9M ago29:34

29:34

130: Today I'm talking with Lindsay Kemeny, author of the brand new book, 7 Mighty Moves. This book is a must-read for any teacher interested in applying the science of reading in K-3! Listen to today's episode to get 7 practical tips you can apply right away. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, an…

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[Listen Again] From balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Lindsay Kemeny 25:05

9M ago25:05

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Lindsay was a fierce balanced literacy advocate … until everything she knew didn’t help her son learn to read. You’ll love hearing how Lindsay educated herself and began tutoring her son, who has severe dyslexia. He’s now a successful, avid reader! Find the show notes here. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of readi…

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How to spot high quality research: A conversation with Nate Hansford 35:14

9M ago35:14

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129: How can a busy teacher spot high quality research? Nate Hansford breaks it all down for us in this informative episode! Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to…

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Let's talk sound walls: A conversation with Gina from Get Literacy 22:53

10M ago22:53

22:53

128: Everyone's telling us to switch out our word walls for sound walls... but what are sound walls, and how do you use them? Listen in on my conversation with Gina, a first grade teacher whose students love to learn with the help of their sound wall! Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to …

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[Listen Again] Getting help for dyslexia: A conversation with Gina from Get Literacy 26:45

10M ago26:45

26:45

Today you’ll hear from Gina, who shares both knowledge and laughs on her Instagram account, get_literacy. Not only will you hear how Gina is implementing the science of reading in her first grade classroom, you’ll discover how she found help for her daughter with dyslexia. So much goodness in this episode! Find the show notes here. Pre-order my boo…

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Teaching decoding: A conversation with Dr. Julia B. Lindsey 29:35

10M ago29:35

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127: In today's conversation with author Julia Lindsey, we discuss how to explicitly teach decoding so that all that phonics knowledge gets put to good use. Click here for this episode's show notes. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources that align with the s…

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[Listen Again] What does the National Reading Panel have to say about phonics? 6:38

10M ago6:38

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“Phonics” may be the most controversial word in the history of teaching reading! What does the research actually say? Today we’ll look at what the National Reading Panel said (and didn’t say) about the teaching of phonics. Find today's show notes here. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE!…

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From balanced literacy to The Reading League: A conversation with Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry 36:11

11M ago36:11

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126: You'll love this entertaining episode with Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry! Once she was a balanced literacy teacher. Now she's chief academic officer of The Reading League. Click here for the show notes from this episode. Pre-order my book, Reach All Readers, and get access to my science of reading mini-course - FREE! Looking for printable resources…

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