The IRRC-coordinated Dyslexia Specialist Endorsement program at College of Education provides dyslexia expertise through rigorous coursework and hands-on learning opportunities. Applications are due June 1. irrc.education.uiowa.edu/professional-s…

What is the best way to introduce morphology and phonology instruction to children with dyslexia? Explore this question and more while listening to “Speaking of Literacy.” Download the listening guide to dive deeper into episode 2’s content! irrc.education.uiowa.edu/speaking-liter…

We are reaching capacity for our 2024 Iowa Science of Reading Summit, requiring us to close registration early. Registration will close this Friday, April 19 at 5:00 p.m. or sooner if capacity is reached. Register today!

How can teachers maximize instructional time to ensure their students receive sufficient practice opportunities and feedback? Learn some strategies in our recent blog post by Director of Education and Outreach Nina Lorimor-Easley. irrc.education.uiowa.edu/blog/2024/04/i…

IRRC Associate Director for Research and Evaluation Qian Wang attended the American Educational Research Association’s Annual Meeting this past weekend! There, she connected with scholars in literacy and reading. #AERA24

Whether your child could benefit from support with reading, note-taking, writing organization, or drafting, there is an assistive technology tool for them! Schedule a free, one-on-one consultation with us to find which tools can best support your child. Appointments are open

This National Student Employee Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the hard work of our student employees here at the IRRC! Learn about the some of the work they do in our latest news article: irrc.education.uiowa.edu/blog/2024/04/c…

Thanks to the educators at West Branch Community Schools for welcoming our education and outreach team yesterday to lead a professional development workshop!

What’s new at the IRRC? Read our April Monthly Email Update to learn about the exciting workshops at the 2024 Iowa Science of Reading Summit, three new research-packed blog posts, and more! mailchi.mp/uiowa/march202…

'Small-group instruction is necessary because students need different levels of support, and their instruction should be designed to meet those needs, even in Tier 1.' Recommended reading!⬇️
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Taking notes in class is a complex task that is often difficult for students with language-based learning disabilities. Learn how offering accommodations can allow your students to reap the full benefits of taking notes in class in our latest blog post: irrc.education.uiowa.edu/blog/2024/04/a…

We are excited to welcome Nikki Hodous to our team as associate director of operations and project management! Outside of work, Nikki can be found spending time with her family and learning needlework.

Hear from literacy advocates like Dr. Steve Dykstra at the 2024 Iowa Science of Reading Summit this July. Find more details here: iascienceofreading.org

Differentiated, small-group instruction supports students at all skill levels because it relies on data targeting their specific needs. Learn about the benefits of small-group instruction in our latest blog post: irrc.education.uiowa.edu/blog/2024/04/r…

Why aren’t all words spelled the same way they’re pronounced? What is the best way to introduce phonology instruction to children with dyslexia? Listen to episode 2 of 'Speaking of Literacy' to hear about Dr. Emily Gunaseelan’s work as a speech-language pathologist teletherapist:

From discussing literacy initiatives with Iowa legislators to meeting Herky the Hawk, our team had a great time yesterday at the Iowa State Capitol for the Hawkeye Caucus!

#literacyforall #scienceofreading #sor

Next week: We’re hosting a free, virtual workshop on special education for students with language-based learning disabilities. Register through the Baker Teacher Leader Center: education.uiowa.edu/event/132701/0