Best Laura Moreno Podcasts (2024)

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What is a Buyer Representation Agreement, with Mary Cates 23:42

19d ago23:42

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What is a Buyer Representation Agreement, - Introduction Mary Cates is a Realtor that found her happy place in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina. Mary where she helps resale clients, out-of-state clients and first time homebuyers. She enjoys helping clients navigate the real estate process and ultimately finding the home of their desire. In…

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The Truth About SONYMA Down Payment Assistance Program with Christine Perlow 35:47

1M ago35:47

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SONYMA Down Payment Assistance Program - Introduction The Truth About SONYMA Down Payment Assistance Program with Christine Perlow Christine Perlow is a Sr. Loan Officer at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. She has been in the mortgage industry for over 30 years and she is most passionate about helping her First Time Buyers. She has been in the SONYMA H…

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Why It Is Essential To Talk To A Mortgage Officer Early On, With David Epstein 28:31

1M ago28:31

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David Epstein - Introduction David Epstein is the Vice President of First Securities Home Mortgage, and independent mortgage broker in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been in the mortgage industry since 1993 and he focuses on giving the best customer service, follow up and attention to detail because he believes this is essential when working on mortga…

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Why Agents & Lenders Need To Lead With Value (Specially After NAR's Settlement), with Paul Abraham 43:47

2M ago43:47

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Paul Abraham - Introduction Paul Abraham AKA BetterCallPaul is a mortgage lender and owner of LocalLender that has been in the mortgage business for 30 years. The first 10 years he was a loan officer and now he has become a loan officer trainer. He now runs a Facebook group with over 41k loan officers when he helps them to grow their business. Home…

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Why Buying Overseas Could Be The Best Option for First Time Home Buyers Today, with Rodolfo Delgado 32:18

2M ago32:18

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Rodolfo Delgado - Introduction Rodolfo Delgado is a real estate startup founder based in New York and CEO of Replay Listings and Forbes contributor. He also bought his first home overseas and he is coming to share his experience and what he learned in the process. When he is not working he loves swimming and boxing. Home Buying Resources Navigating…

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3 Ways to Compensate Buyer's Agents (and Why) Starting July 2024 25:23

2M ago25:23

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3 Ways to Compensate Buyer's Agents (and Why) Starting July 2024 In July 2024, significant changes are set to reshape how buyer's agents are compensated in real estate transactions. These changes have far-reaching implications for members of the real estate industry, as well as for home buyers and sellers. Let's delve into what these changes mean f…

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Unlocking Wealth: Why Buying a Home Sooner is Your Best Investment with Nick Mullen 26:38

2M ago26:38

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Nick Mullen - Introduction Nick Mullen is a real estate agent in Northern Virginia. He believes real estate is a great wealth building tool, and it’s available to everybody. Recently, he’s been working with buyers to acquire lots to build their dream homes. When he’s not working he enjoys the company of family, playing music with his friends, and t…

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Demystifying Mortgages: A Comprehensive Guide for First-Time Buyers by Annika Lynn 33:43

3M ago33:43

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Annika Lynn - Introduction Annika Lynn is a Certified Mortgage Advisor based in South Carolina, with licenses spanning 14 additional states. She specializes in helping first-time home buyers and facilitating VA loans. Annika thrives on guiding clients toward building wealth through real estate and to getting them smoothly to the finish line and int…

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The Art of Persuasion: Winning Your Dream Home with a Letter to the Seller, with Donovan Reyes 23:21

3M ago23:21

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Donovan Reyes - Introduction Donovan Reyes is a real estate agent in Las Vegas. He sells over 100 homes a year to first time homebuyers, investors, professional athletes, and sellers. When he is not selling real estate, he is hanging out with his wife and 4 dogs. Home Buying Resources Navigating the world of home buying can be overwhelming, especia…

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Assumable Mortgages 101: The Key to Your First Home, with Michael Lorino 37:59

3M ago37:59

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Assumable Mortgages 101 with Michael Lorino - Summary Michael Lorino is the founder and CEO of AssumeList, a site where you can see Assumable Mortgages. A military veteran with over 15 years of real estate experience, Michael recognized the coming affordability crisis with rising interest rates and wondered how homebuyers could more easily find hom…

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FHA 203k Loan Requirements: Empowering Home Renovators With Andrew Winnard 33:33

3M ago33:33

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FHA 203k Loan Requirements - Introduction Andrew Winnard is a certified home inspector based in Maryland and HUD 203K consultant that takes great pride in the fact that he is able to work with home buyers to take advantage of one of the most powerful loan programs offered to the public. Home Buying Resources Navigating the world of home buying can …

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Unlocking Secrets: The 3 Questions Top Real Estate Agents Ask First Time Home Buyers, with Chastin J. Miles 33:21

3M ago33:21

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Introduction Chastin J. Miles is a real estate agent who focuses on Dallas properties. He specializes in various types of real estate, like houses, condos, commercial buildings, and luxury rentals. Chastin J. Miles and his team aim to change the way people think about real estate transactions. They go above and beyond what typical agents do. Chasti…

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$75,000 Seller Concessions and the Intriguing World of Buying a Home in 2024 with Amanda Shepherd 29:37

3M ago29:37

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Introduction – Amanda Shepherd Amanda Shepherd is a real estate broker in Seattle-Tacoma with Compass. She's the recipient of the Tacoma-Pierce County Association of Realtors Rookie of the Year award in 2022, and is passionate about helping first time home buyers achieve their goals. When she's not working, she's volunteering at local organizations…

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Moving Horror Stories And How To Avoid Them in 2024 with Justin Revland 36:43

4M ago36:43

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Summary Justin Revland is the Marketing Manager for Hornet Moving in Charlotte, North Carolina. He enjoys representing a locally owned and operated small business that is doing big things in a quickly growing city. When not working, he stays busy finding new ways to get outdoors and spending time with his wife and 3 young children. Summary Home Buy…

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The House Hacking Blueprint: Lessons from a 17-Unit Owner, with Seana Caine 27:14

4M ago27:14

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Introduction Seana Caine is a real estate agent in Rochester, NY. She loves working with first time homebuyers and helping them buy their first home. When she is not working she loves traveling and spending time with her husband. Home Buying Resources ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Find A Real Estate Agent Near Me ⭐ Find A Mortgage Broker Near Me ➡️ Free Resources…

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The Home Triangle Methodology, Unlocking the Perfect Home with Alison Derse 34:40

4M ago34:40

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➡️ Description Alison Derse is an award-winning Realtor in Portland, OR. Her mission is to offer heartfelt care and white glove service with the best tools, resources and local market knowledge the industry has to offer. She works across all of Portland and surrounding suburbs. When she is not working, she loves entertaining and exploring the city …

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Building Wealth Building Homes The ABCs of Construction Loans with Danielle Andrews 30:56

4M ago30:56

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Description Danielle Andrews is the Broker and Owner of Realty ONE Group Next Generation in Tallahassee, Florida. Danielle has been working in the real estate industry in Florida since 2016. She is an Educator by nature, having spent four years teaching Middle School Social Studies. She enjoys bringing her passion for education into her real estate…

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Empowering Home Buyers Unleashing the Power of Home Buyer Education with Matt Gouge 38:28

4M ago38:28

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Description MattTheMortgageGuy is a mortgage broker who is passionate about helping first time homebuyers create life changing opportunities through homeownership. Over the last decade he has created thousands of hours of content across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok to educate homebuyers to make great decisions around buying a home. Outside …

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Where to Begin: Relocation Tips for First-Time Home Buyers with Darren Kaplan 43:02

4M ago43:02

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Description Darren Kaplan, known as MrMortgageGuru, is a husband of 23 years and a proud father to two wonderful children—a boy and a girl. As a seasoned mortgage banker, he has over 200 positive Zillow reviews, maintains a thriving YouTube channel with over 5000 subscribers, and brings over 20 years of valuable experience to his profession. Outsid…

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More Than Numbers Choosing a Lender Who Understands Your Story with Danny Meier 39:01

4M ago39:01

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Description Danny Meier is a mortgage loan officer out of the Seattle area where he was born and raised. He has been the #1 loan officer in the state for three years in a row and is ranked top ten nationally amongst all loan officers. He is a homeowner, investor, loving husband and father. What makes him tick is helping people make sound financial …

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The 3 Forces Behind the Fluctuations in Home Prices with Jeb Smith 29:51

4M ago29:51

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Description Jeb Smith is a Real Estate Broker and Content Creator located in Huntington Beach, CA. He enjoys educating first time home buyers on the importance of homeownership and providing the guidance necessary to help them accomplish their goals. Jeb loves being active and spending time with his wife and 3 boys. Useful Links ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get …

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2500 Loans Later - Top Advice for First-Time Home Buyers with Dane Moler 42:22

5M ago42:22

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➡️ Description Dane Moler is a Division President with Primary Residential in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is an expert in all things mortgage with more than 22 years in the mortgage industry and having personally funded over 2,500 residential mortgages. Outside of the office he is an avid mountain biker, snowboarder, and travel enthusiast. ➡️ Re…

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Why You Need The Best Real Estate Team with Brett Ari Fischer 37:22

5M ago37:22

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➡️ Description Brett Ari Fischer is a real estate agent in New York City. He loves working with homebuyers and sellers. When he is not working he loves playing sports, reading, making videos, cooking, going to the gym and watching sports. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage Lender or Realtor - http://lauramoreno.com/referral ➡️ FREE Hom…

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Whats Wrong With The Real Estate Sector Today With Craig Rowe 49:35

5M ago49:35

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➡️ Description Craig Rowe is a journalist based in Truckee, CA, focusing on proptech, marketing and consulting for real estate. He's also a backpacking guide in Yosemite National Park and the Eastern Sierra Nevada. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage Lender or Realtor - http://lauramoreno.com/referral ➡️ FREE Home Buying Checklist ⭐ Dow…

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Why 4 Interest Rates Where A Historical Anomaly with Andrew Galler 34:48

5M ago34:48

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➡️ Description Andrew Galler is a Realtor in Portland, Oregon and has been helping people buy (and sell) homes since 2001. His passion is navigating his clients' largest financial and emotional investment in their lives: their HOME. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage Lender or Realtor - http://lauramoreno.com/referral ➡️ FREE Home Buyi…

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Real Estate is URGENT Why You Need To Get Into Every House The Minute You Can With Kimberley Tufts 39:04

5M ago39:04

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➡️ Introduction Kimberley Tufts is a licensed REALTOR® serving New Hampshire and also Massachusetts. She is determined and committed to making the transaction as stress-free as possible and even fun while providing the utmost excellent service earning your trust, future referrals, and repeat business. First-time buyers are her favorite because the …

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33. Dr. Leigh Patel & Shawna Coppola 45:12

5M ago45:12

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My guest today is Dr. Leigh Patel who is a transdisciplinary scholar whose research focuses on both the ways schooling delivers inequities and how education can be a tool for liberation. She is the author of Decolonizing Educational Research. We’ll be discussing an essay she published last fall on decolonizing.net. In the second part of the episode…

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How To Get $25k Off From Your First Home with Robert Davenport 21:39

5M ago21:39

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➡️ Introduction Robert Davenport is a seasoned real estate agent in Indiana who enjoys making your home dreams come true. As an Indiana native, Robert recognizes the trust his clients place in him and takes the lead with savvy negotiation skills, value, dedication and always putting his clients first. In his spare time he enjoys being with his fami…

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The Top 5 Components That All Home Inspectors Need To Check With Andrew Winnard 31:20

5M ago31:20

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➡️ Introduction Andrew Winnard is a home inspector in Central Maryland who loves working with first-time homebuyers. He encourages all homebuyers to follow him through the on-site inspection so he can report and advise on the overall condition of the home while answering any questions they might have. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage…

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Navigating the Real Estate Rollercoaster: A Recap of 2023 and Insights for 2024 12:43

5M ago12:43

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Introduction Hello and welcome back to The First Time Home Buyer Podcast! I'm thrilled to be back with you for a brand new season. It's been a while, and I appreciate your patience. Today, we have a special episode in store for you as we catch up on what's been happening in my life and the real estate world. My Story: Making Home Buying Easier In t…

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32. Zaretta Hammond -- The Science of Learning: Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain 49:44

5M ago49:44

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Today’s guest is the brilliant Zaretta Hammond, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. We’ll talk about the science behind her recommended “six core design principles” that she calls “culturally responsive brain rules”. Later, I’m joined by my colleague Jerry Maraia for a continued conversation about practical takeaways. *** To lea…

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31. Dr. Leala Holcomb -- Equitable Literacy Instruction for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students 49:10

6M ago49:10

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My guest today is Dr. Leala Holcomb, a researcher of deaf education at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, who accepted my invitation to teach us all about what true equity and inclusion looks like when supporting deaf children’s language and literacy development. At Dr. Holcomb’s request, I interviewed them in writing via a collaborative onlin…

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30. Chris Wenz -- Autism and Literacy 51:19

7M ago51:19

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My guest today is Chris Wenz, researcher and teacher, whose dissertation focused on profiles of adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders. We begin our conversation with an understanding of the diverse profiles of autistic individuals, and move into a conversation about considerations for literacy assessment and teaching. In the second part of the…

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29. Dr. Karen Harris -- Writing Instruction, Self-Regulation Strategies, and Professional Development in Writing 49:46

8M ago49:46

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Karen Harris My guest today is Dr. Karen Harris who joins us to talk about the role of strategy instruction for qualities of good writing such as focus, organization, and detail, as well as strategies for self-regulation. We’ll also discuss a recently-published meta-analysis she coauthored focused on effective professional development for teachers.…

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28. Dr. Steve Graham -- Reading and Writing Reciprocity, and Writing Instruction Best Practices Based on 40 Years of Research 1:01:02

8M ago1:01:02

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My guest today is Dr. Steve Graham, who has, for over 40 years, studied how writing develops, how to teach it effectively, and how writing can be used to support reading and learning. We'll discuss some of his research around reading and writing reciprocity, and we'll learn about writing instructional practices that have the strongest evidence, as …

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27. Dr. P David Pearson -- Developing a Research-Informed Reading Curriculum and Literacy Block 1:15:52

8M ago1:15:52

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Today's guest is none other than THE Dr. P David Pearson. Usually I approach guests with a topic in mind, but because Dr. Pearson had just written on just about every topic there is to write about in the field of literacy education, I asked him what he wanted to discuss. He said: "how to design an ideal literacy block aligned to research." I love t…

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26. Dr. H. Richard Milner -- Multiple Literacies, Including A Wider Scope of Research in SoR Conversations, Effective Leadership 44:39

8M ago44:39

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My guest today is Dr. H. Richard Milner, author of the recent Reading Research Quarterly article titled “Disrupting Racism and Whiteness in Researching a Science of Reading” and the new book The Race Card. We talk about the importance of drawing from a wide range of types of research in designing our literacy classrooms, the multiple literacies we …

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25. Dr. Laura Ascenzi-Moreno -- Multilingual Learners: Assessment and Teaching 45:39

9M ago45:39

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My guest today is Dr. Laura Ascenzi-Moreno, a NYC-based scholar who studies bi and multi-lingual education. She has several papers about reading assessment practices and considerations for students who speak multiple languages. We also discuss reader models such as the Simple View and Active View, and which are more aligned with biliteracy research…

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24. Dr. Caitlin Ryan and Dr. Jill Hermann-Wilmarth -- The Hows and Whys of LGBTQ-inclusive Curriculum and Texts 50:41

9M ago50:41

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My guests today, Dr. Caitlin Ryan and Dr. Jill Hermann Wilmarth, are co-authors of the professional book Reading the Rainbow as well as many scholarly articles. They will help us think about the whys and hows of LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum and texts in K-8 settings. Later, I am joined by my colleague Gina Dignon to discuss practical takeaways for bo…

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23. Dr. Elizabeth Sulzby -- Emergent Literacy and Language Development 23:13

9M ago23:13

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My guest today is Dr. Elizabeth Sulzby whose research focus is on early language and literacy development in Pre-Kindergarten. She talks about research studies she did with preschoolers in NYC years ago where teachers do repeated readings of storybooks—even those with complex language and story structure—and study children’s rereadings and retellin…

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22. Dr. Haeny Yoon and Dr. Lalitha Vasudevan -- Play, Conceptual Knowledge Development, and Literacy Skills 54:45

9M ago54:45

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My guests today are Dr. Haeny Yoon and Dr. Lalitha Vasudevan, researchers who study play in early childhood and adolescence. We talk about the many benefits of play, the role of adults in setting up and facilitating play, and ways that play supports conceptual knowledge development as well as reading and writing skills. Later, I’m joined by colleag…

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21. John Walker and Dr. Jan Wascowicz -- Speech to Print Approach to Phonics and Spelling Instruction 1:13:14

10M ago1:13:14

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John Walker and Jan Wasowicz Today’s episode is a double – I have two guests to teach us about a speech to print approach to spelling and phonics instruction. John Walker is the UK-based creator of Sounds-Write. Jan Wasowicz is the US-based creator of Spell Links. We’ll talk about the differences–and benefits–of using a speech to print approach. La…

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20. Dr. Tim Rasinski -- Fluency Instruction, and Blending the Art and Science of Reading 39:46

10M ago39:46

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Today’s guest is Dr. Tim Rasinski. We’ll talk about his newest book, Artfully Teaching the Science of Reading, along with several of his recently published studies that offer ways to support students’ fluency development through the use of poems and Reader’s Theater. This conversation is packed with ideas you’ll be able to use right away. After my …

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19. Dr. Laura Steacy and Dr. Don Compton -- Set for Variability 35:36

10M ago35:36

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Today’s guests are Drs. Laura Steacy and Don Compton, researchers who explore and write about the skill Set for Variability. You’ll hear them talk about this new area of research which offers an explanation for how students self-correct pronunciations of words when reading, and may have interesting implications for how we learn to remember spelling…

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18. Dr. Peng Peng -- Comprehension Strategy Instruction: What Strategies and Most Effective for Older Struggling Readers? 41:36

10M ago41:36

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My guest today is Dr. Peng Peng, co-author of a recently-published meta-analysis that examined the role of strategy instruction with struggling readers in grades 3-12. The analysis sought to understand which strategies, and which strategy combinations, are most important to prioritize in a time-crunched intervention setting. Later, I’m joined by my…

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17. Dr. Kristin Conradi Smith, Dr. Steve Amendum, and Tammy Williams -- Effective Small Group Instruction in Reading 35:49

10M ago35:49

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My guests today are three authors of a recent article in The Reading Teacher about Maximizing Small Group Instruction: Dr. Kristin Conradi-Smith, Dr. Steve Amendum, and Tammy Williams. They’ll share essential recommendations for forming and conducting effective group lessons for readers. After our conversation, I’m joined by my colleagues Emily Str…

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16. Dr. Margaret McKeown -- Vocabulary Development, Explicit Vocabulary Instruction, and the Questioning the Author Intervention 47:10

11M ago47:10

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Today my guest is Dr. Margaret McKeown. We’ll start our conversation discussing vocabulary development and explicit vocabulary instruction, including how to choose words for instruction, how to teach words so students understand them deeply, and how to help students build connections between words. Our conversation then shifts to the Questioning th…

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Season 2 Trailer 3:17

11M ago3:17

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Season 2 of To the Classroom begins on September 4, with new episodes every Monday. Check out this season's guests: www.jenniferserravallo.com/podcast Together, we’ll explore a wide range of topics that honors the complexities of what it means to teach literacy to a diverse population of students. We’ll stay rooted in science, but explore practical…

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15. Dr. Gholdy Muhammad -- Including Identity, Skills, Knowledge, Criticality, and Joy in a Literacy Instructional Framework 42:40

1y ago42:40

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Today I welcome Dr. Gholdy Muhammad. She’ll teach us about the importance of including qualitative research, her studies of the Black Literary Societies of the 1800s, and how that research has inspired her instructional framework which includes identity, skills, knowledge, criticality and joy. In the second half of the episode I’ll be joined by my …

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14. Dr. Edmund Adjapong -- Hip Hop Ed, and Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Pedagogies 31:39

1y ago31:39

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Today’s guest is Dr. Edmund Adjapong, a scholar whose work focuses on engaging youth through culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogies centered around embracing Hip Hop culture in the classroom. In the second half of the episode, I’m joined by my colleague Elisha Li, and Eric Royo, elementary educator and founder and director of Hip Hop Build…

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