TRT Podcast #195: How to train future reading teachers - with Dr. Carrie Pfeifer Dr. Carrie Pfeifer shares how her structured literacy clinic and redesigned coursework prepare future reading teachers. Students get hands-on tutoring experience while mastering evidence-based teaching methods. It's a win for everyone! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Resources ... Read More

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Going deep beneath the surface of words – with Sue Hegland
TRT Podcast #194: Going deep beneath the surface of words - with Sue Hegland One of my favorite education books is Beneath the Surface of Words, by Sue Hegland - it's a truly mind-blowing book that opened my eyes to the sense behind English spelling. Even though I've always been a strong speller, this book led to understandings that make me a better teacher of spelling. In this episode I sat down with Sue ... Read More
Specific ways to teach morphology in the lower grades – with Fiona Hamilton
TRT Podcast #193: Specific ways to teach morphology in the lower grades - with Fiona Hamilton If you're looking for specific ways to teach morphology in the primary grades - starting in kindergarten - THIS is the episode for you. Fiona Hamilton breaks it all down for us, even giving us the exact words to say. This episode is a must-listen for any lower grades teacher who's ready to get started with morphology ... Read More
Structured Word Inquiry – with Dr. Pete Bowers
TRT Podcast #192: Structured Word Inquiry - with Dr. Pete Bowers Dr. Pete Bowers explains "structured word inquiry," an exciting type of instruction that engages learners of all ages in making sense of our (surprise!) logical spelling system. In this episode, Dr. Bowers shares the research behind morphology, explains why words typically called "irregular" are usually not, and advocates for morphology instruction ... Read More
An introduction to Morphology – with Michelle Sullivan
TRT Podcast #191: An introduction to morphology - with Michelle Sullivan This episode begins an exciting series about morphology! Michelle Sullivan, of The Colorful Classroom, defines basic morphology terms and gives practical ways to begin morphology instruction across the grades. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Recommended books about morphology Connect with ... Read More
What is the science of learning? – with Dr. Nathaniel Swain
TRT Podcast #190: What is the science of learning? - with Dr. Nathaniel Swain The science of reading tells us what to teach; the science of learning tells us how. Dr. Nathaniel Swain, author of the new book, Harnessing the Science of Learning, debunks common myths about how students learn and helps teachers understand how to improve their craft so all students learn. Listen to the episode ... Read More