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Science of Reading Webinars and Symposiums

We've teamed up with leading literacy experts. Join us for the latest research and actionable strategies that raise achievement for all students.

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Our Science of Reading Researchers

Doris Baker

Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction University of Texas at Austin

Dr. Matthew Burns

University of Florida Literacy Institute

Kelly B. Cartwright, Ph.D.

Spangler Distinguished Professor of Early Child Literacy at UNC Charlotte

Dr. Claude Goldenberg

Graduate School of Education at Stanford University

Dr. Paul von Hippel

Professor at the University of Texas at Austin

Dr. John Hutton

Associate Professor of General and Community Pediatrics Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Lindsay Kemeny

Literacy Expert and Author

Dr. Julia Lindsey

Literacy Expert and Author

Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer

Professor of Literacy Education at Virginia Tech

Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson

LETRS Co-Author and Professor of Education at Stanford University

Dr. Tim Rasinski

Professor of Literacy Education at Kent State University

Dr. D. Ray Reutzel

Senior Research Fellow at the Center for the School of the Future

Dr. Pamela Sullivan

Professor Learning Technology and Leadership Education James Madison University

Dr. Alfred Tatum

Professor, School of Education Metropolitan State University of Denver

Dr. Laura Tortorelli

Associate Professor at Michigan State University

Natalie Wexler

American Education Writer

Upcoming Webinars and Symposiums

Science of Reading Webinars

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Science of Reading Webinar

Small Groups, Big Impact: Data-Driven Instruction

May 20, 2025 | 10:00 AM PST
In this presentation, participants will delve into the role of small group instruction as a strategic approach to address the diverse needs of struggling readers. Through data-driven strategies and real-world examples, teachers will gain practical tools for designing differentiated small group lessons that target specific reading challenges, ensuring that every student receives the focused support they need to succeed.
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Science of Reading Webinar

Using Summer to Accelerate K-5 Literacy Learning

May 22, 2025 | 9:30 AM CT
Summer presents a powerful opportunity to close literacy gaps and accelerate learning for K–5 students. This session will explore research-based strategies and scalable models for high-impact summer literacy programs. Designed for administrators and state representatives, the session will highlight how intentional planning, evidence-based instruction, and strong family partnerships can transform summer into a season of growth—setting students up for success in the upcoming school year.
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Science of Reading Webinar

Early Spanish Literacy: Building a Strong Foundation

June 9, 2025 | 10:00 AM PST
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Regional Webinar Series

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Regional Science of Reading Webinar

Why Do Some Students with Strong Decoding Skills Still Have Trouble Comprehending Texts?

May 15, 2025 | 11:30 AM CT
This session will examine key thinking skills, called executive functions, that underlie reading comprehension by enabling students to manage the complex array of processes required for skilled reading. Research shows that students with reading difficulties also have weaknesses in executive functions. The good news for educators is that reading-related executive function processes can be supported and strengthened, resulting in improvements in these and in reading.
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Symposium Highlights
The Importance of Conversations around Reading During Summer
3 Recommendations for Summer Reading
Summer is an opportunity for learning
The Importance of Family Engagement

Watch Past Webinar and Symposium Recordings

Q&A with LETRS Co-Author, Lucy Hart Paulson
Developing Readers
Q&A with LETRS Co-Author, Lucy Hart Paulson
With Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson
Accelerate Summer Reading & Eliminate the Summer Slide!
Phonics
Accelerate Summer Reading & Eliminate the Summer Slide!
With Dr. Paul von Hippel
Harnessing ESSER to Accelerate Achievement- $100M Success Story
Developing Readers
Harnessing ESSER to Accelerate Achievement- $100M Success Story
With Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
Planning for Summer Reading Instruction Based on the Science of Reading
Phonics
Planning for Summer Reading Instruction Based on the Science of Reading
With Dr. Paul von Hippel
Decodables and the Virginia Literacy Act Webinar
Phonics
Decodables and the Virginia Literacy Act Webinar
With Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
Summer Success: Making Decoding Instruction Efficient and Effective
Phonics
Summer Success: Making Decoding Instruction Efficient and Effective
Dr. Julia Lindsey
A Roadmap to District Success with the Science of Reading
Developing Readers
A Roadmap to District Success with the Science of Reading
With Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
Bright Brains & Summer Gains: Tips for Families with Dr. John Hutton
Phonemic Awareness
Bright Brains & Summer Gains: Tips for Families with Dr. John Hutton
Dr. John Hutton
Delivering Effective Phonics Instruction
Phonemic Awareness
Delivering Effective Phonics Instruction
Dr. D. Ray Reutzel
The Knowledge Gap: What It Is and How to Narrow It
Phonics
The Knowledge Gap: What It Is and How to Narrow It
With Dr. Natalie Wexler
Why Do Some Students with Strong Decoding Skills Still Have Trouble Comprehending Texts?
Developing Readers
Why Do Some Students with Strong Decoding Skills Still Have Trouble Comprehending Texts?
With Dr. Kelly B. Cartwright
Supporting Shared Reading – Birth to Age 5
Early Literacy
Supporting Shared Reading – Birth to Age 5
With Dr. Pamela Sullivan
Decoding and Decodable Texts for Effective Reading Instruction
Developing Readers
Decoding and Decodable Texts for Effective Reading Instruction
With Dr. Lindsay Kemeny
Navigating MTSS: Insights and Innovations
Developing Readers
Navigating MTSS: Insights and Innovations
With Dr. Matthew Burns
Foundational Components of the Reading Curriculum
Phonics
Foundational Components of the Reading Curriculum
With Dr. Tim Rasinski
Enhance Literacy with Decodable Texts: Small Group Instruction
Phonics
Enhance Literacy with Decodable Texts: Small Group Instruction
With Dr. Julia Lindsey
Unlocking the Power of Phonological Awareness
Phonics
Unlocking the Power of Phonological Awareness
With Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson
Building a Strong Reading Foundation for District Wide Success
Phonemic Awareness
Building a Strong Reading Foundation for District Wide Success
With Dr. D. Ray Reutzel
Empowering Families to Accelerate Reading Achievement
Phonics
Empowering Families to Accelerate Reading Achievement
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
Improving Literacy and Learning for All Students
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Improving Literacy and Learning for All Students
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
How to Use Summer Reading to Actually Accelerate Achievement
Developing Readers
How to Use Summer Reading to Actually Accelerate Achievement
With Dr. Paul von Hippel
The Science of Teaching Reading: How Structured Literacy Can Empower All Students
Phonics
The Science of Teaching Reading: How Structured Literacy Can Empower All Students
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
The Opportunity of Summer Learning
Developing Readers
The Opportunity of Summer Learning
With Dr. Paul von Hippel
Why Kids Need Books They Can Decode
Phonics
Why Kids Need Books They Can Decode
With Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
The Science of Reading and Decodable Texts
Phonics
The Science of Reading and Decodable Texts
With Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
What's the
Phonemic Awareness
What's the "PHuss" about Phonemic Awareness and What Do We Need to Know?
With Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson
How Do Decodable Books Fit in Learning to Read and Comprehend? What Science Says.
Phonics
How Do Decodable Books Fit in Learning to Read and Comprehend? What Science Says.
With Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson
Reading and the Brain in Early Childhood
Phonemic Awareness
Reading and the Brain in Early Childhood
with Dr. John Hutton
Pre-K Reading Foundations: Using Letter a Day Research to Raise Student Achievement
Phonemic Awareness
Pre-K Reading Foundations: Using Letter a Day Research to Raise Student Achievement
With Dr. D. Ray Reutzel
The Science of Teaching Reading: Improving Literacy and Learning for All Students
Phonics
The Science of Teaching Reading: Improving Literacy and Learning for All Students
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
Unlocking Literacy for Bilingual Learners
Phonics
Unlocking Literacy for Bilingual Learners
With Dr. Doris Baker
Raising Reading Achievement for Emerging Readers
Phonemic Awareness
Raising Reading Achievement for Emerging Readers
With Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson
3 Strategies to Accelerate Reading for 3rd – 5th Grade Developing Readers
Developing Readers
3 Strategies to Accelerate Reading for 3rd – 5th Grade Developing Readers
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
Reading Research to Guide How We Teach English Learners to Read
Phonics
Reading Research to Guide How We Teach English Learners to Read
With Dr. Claude Goldenberg
Why Phonics Instruction Alone Isn't Enough
Developing Readers
Why Phonics Instruction Alone Isn't Enough
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
The Science Behind Reading Acquisition
Phonemic Awareness
The Science Behind Reading Acquisition
With Dr. D. Ray Reutzel
Accelerate Reading Achievement with the Science of Learning and the Power of Practice
Phonics
Accelerate Reading Achievement with the Science of Learning and the Power of Practice
With Dr. Paul von Hippel
The Power of Practice to Accelerate Summer Learning for Early Learners
Phonics
The Power of Practice to Accelerate Summer Learning for Early Learners
With Dr. D. Ray Reutzel
Effective Science of Reading Strategies for Summer and Beyond
Phonics
Effective Science of Reading Strategies for Summer and Beyond
With Dr. Laura Tortorelli
How to Select Decodable for Your School That Follow Science of Reading Research
Phonics
How to Select Decodable for Your School That Follow Science of Reading Research
With Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
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