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How can world language educators help students become more confident communicators? Join special guest host Adam Velthaus as he sits down with Auténtico author Rich Sayers and middle school teachers Adriana Carroll and Alexandra Batouyios to explore practical ways educators can build students’ confidence and communication skills in world language classrooms. Learn more about our award-winning World Language curriculum solutions at Savvas.com/WorldLanguages today!  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

In this episode of Leading Voices in Literacy, special guest host Jamil Odom sits down with literacy expert Monica Yoo and veteran teacher Jenny Freer to unpack what truly effective professional development looks like in today’s classrooms. Moving beyond one-off workshops, they explore how sustained, content-focused, and collaborative PD—grounded in ongoing Professional Learning Communities—can drive meaningful change. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district. To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

In this episode of Leading Voices in Literacy, special guest host and former classroom teacher Jocelyn Simpson sits down with literacy author and expert Dr. Monica Yoo to unpack what truly effective professional development looks like in today’s secondary classrooms. Moving beyond one-off workshops, they explore how sustained, content-focused, and collaborative PD—grounded in ongoing Professional Learning Communities—can drive meaningful change. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district. LISTEN TO EPISODE TWO HERE > To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

In this episode, guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry sits down with literacy expert Dr. Lee Wright to explore practical, classroom-ready strategies for differentiating reading instruction without sacrificing evidence-based practices. From building effective small groups to balancing skill development with meaningful reading experiences, they unpack how educators can support diverse learners while staying grounded in the principles of the Science of Reading. Whether you're refining your small group instruction or rethinking how differentiation fits into your literacy block, this conversation offers actionable insights you can apply right away. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district.  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned literacy researcher Dr. Sharon Vaughn for a much-needed conversation on the Science of Reading and the growing national shift toward evidence-based literacy instruction. Together, they unpack some of the most common myths and misconceptions surrounding effective reading and writing instruction — and explain why applying the research across all grade levels, for all students, is more essential than ever. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district.  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned Science of Writing expert Dr. Young-Suk Kim as they discuss ways to best support students who struggle with writing.  Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district.  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry for an insightful panel conversation with leading literacy experts — Dr. Pamela Mason, Dr. Ernest Morrell, and Dr. Lee Wright — as they explore the powerful shift in literacy instruction toward the Science of Reading. Together, they offer diverse perspectives grounded in research and practice. Whether you're an educator, curriculum leader, or edtech innovator, this expert roundtable delivers fresh thinking on transforming literacy education. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy to explore our high-quality PreK–12 literacy solutions. To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned literacy expert Dr. Elfrieda Hiebert as they explore the groundbreaking potential of AI in supporting vocabulary development and improving literacy outcomes. Dr. Hiebert discusses how AI tools can analyze language data to uncover powerful insights about word features—like morphology, exposure age, abstraction, and frequency—and how educators can use these insights to select words and texts more strategically. Whether you're an educator, curriculum designer, or edtech innovator, this conversation offers fresh ideas on how technology can revolutionize the way students learn language. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district. To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned literacy expert Dr. Alfred Tatum for an important episode of the Leading Voices in Literacy podcast. Together, they explore practical strategies educators can use to support struggling readers. Don't miss this special episode filled with valuable tips and actionable advice every literacy educator can bring to their classroom! Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district.  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned multilingual learner expert Dr. Jim Cummins for an insightful episode of the Leading Voices in Literacy podcast. Together, they explore practical strategies educators can use to create a supportive, language-rich learning environment where multilingual learners thrive and reach their full academic potential. Don’t miss this special episode packed with valuable tips and actionable advice that every literacy educator can bring to their classroom! Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district.  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join Math authors/experts Zachary Champagne and Graham Fletcher as they discuss how educators can balance curriculum demands while inspiring and supporting every student. This special Math High-Quality Headquarters Podcast series includes valuable information every math educator can use in the classroom.  To learn more and request K-12 math samples for your school or district visit our Math High-Quality Headquarters website today: https://ow.ly/effv50UbUWI To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join guest host Dr. Chrisna Perry and renowned literacy expert Dr. Ernest Morrell for an inspiring episode of the Leading Voices in Literacy podcast series. Together, they delve into the challenges, opportunities, and innovative strategies shaping literacy education today—particularly for students navigating barriers to success. From boosting student engagement to incorporating digital literacy and media skills, this insightful conversation offers practical strategies for empowering students to take ownership of their learning. Don't miss this special episode filled with valuable tips and actionable advice every literacy educator can bring to their classroom. Visit Savvas.com/Literacy today to learn more about our high-quality PreK-12 literacy solutions for your school district.  To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

In this episode of Savvas High-Quality Instruction Headquarters, thought leaders, Christine Thomas and Eric Milou, explore innovative ways to make math relevant for high school students. They share powerful strategies, from leveraging real-world data to fostering creativity and personalization, to help students connect math concepts to their lives, goals, and future careers. Through inspiring examples, the conversation highlights how relevance and engagement can transform math classrooms into spaces where students actively explore, problem-solve, and see the value of mathematics. To learn more and request K-12 math samples for your school or district visit our Math High-Quality Headquarters website today: https://ow.ly/effv50UbUWI To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Discover practical strategies for transforming student literacy data into actionable insights. Hear from passionate and experienced educators as they explore evidence-based approaches to driving student growth. This special Science of Reading in Action: Teacher Voices podcast series offers valuable information every literacy educator can apply in the classroom. Whether you are an educator new to the Science of Reading and preparing to make the shift or a literacy expert looking to strengthen your Science of Reading implementation, Savvas Learning Company has the resources, tips, and insights to help you on your Science of Reading journey. To learn more visit Savvas.com/ScienceofReading today! To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.

Join Math author/experts Zachary Champagne, Jane F. Schielack, and India White for a discussion on ways to make math more relevant to students. This special Math High-Quality Headquarters Podcast series includes valuable information every math educator can use in the classroom. To learn more and request K-12 math samples for your school or district visit our Math High-Quality Headquarters website today: https://ow.ly/effv50UbUWI To keep the conversation going follow us @SavvasLearning on Instagram, Facebook, X, Youtube, or Linkedin. Visit Savvas.com today to learn more about our award-winning K-12 programs and to request curriculum samples for your school or district.