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The Structured Literacy Podcast

Hi there, I"m Jocelyn Seamer. Teacher, former school leader, author, and all around cheerleader for teachers everywhere. Learning to read and write is a matter of social justice. Every child deserves to learn through evidence informed practices, and every teacher deserves to be fully supported to make that happen.The Structured Literacy Podcast goes beyond the program to get to the heart of what it"s really like to build a structured approach to literacy across the school.

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14:15

S5 E3 - Quick Phonics Assessment to Start the Year

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/01/25

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early reading instruction, regardless of the program your school uses, and get the best outcome for every student. For more information about today's episode, visit

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13:37

S5 E2 - My Most and Least Favourite F-Words (about...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/01/18

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! This week's episode is a little fun with a serious message. I will tell you about my most and least favourite F words, but don't worry; there won't be any swearing. Let's begin with a story.While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence

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18:15

S5 E1 - 5 Ways To Get The Best Out Of The New School...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/01/11

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! We start each year with big plans and goals. In this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast, I'd like to share five practical ways to get closer and maybe even achieve the goals you have set for yourself. While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools, this doesn't make adopting evidence-informed practices effortless or stress-free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the

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23:29

Summer Series - Why It's So Scary To Let Go Of Guided...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/01/04

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What is the Summer Series? A collection of listener favourites from Structured Literacy Podcast to get you prepared for 2025.Today's EpisodeIn this week's episode, we're going to talk about some of the mindsets and thinking we need to shift when it comes to making that move from a small group, guided reading situation to working with a more structured literacy block.While evidence-informed programs are seen in many

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21:28

Summer Series - High Engagement in Low Variance...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/12/28

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What is the Summer SeriesA collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025. Todays EpisodeYou may have heard the phrase "low variance" in relation to literacy instruction. Low variance refers to instruction that has the following features: Firstly, it usually has a scope and sequence or a clear outline of specific content that is to be taught. People know what they're

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42:10

Summer Series - Research to the Classroom: Dyad...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/12/21

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What is the Summer SeriesA collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025. Today's Episode.In today's episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast, I interview fellow teacher Kirby about fluency and assisted reading in the classroom. Kirby shares insights on fluency practice in her classroom and talks about her journey towards understanding structured literacy. Listeners who

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14:11

Summer Series - Research to the Classroom: Dyad...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/12/14

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What is the Summer SeriesA collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025. This Week's Episode.This is the second episode in our current Research to the Classroom series about assisted reading. What is the Research to the Classroom series? The Research to the Classroom series is made up of three episodes. The first episode is a discussion of a research paper. The second

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15:27

Summer Series - Research to the Classroom: Dyad...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/12/07

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What is the Summer SeriesA collection of listener favourites from Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025. Today's Episode.This week, we are discussing dyad reading or assisted reading. The paper I'm sharing is The Effects of Dyad Reading and Text Difficulty on Third Grader's Reading Achievement. It was published in 2017 by Lisa Brown, Kathleen Moore, Bradley Wilcox, and Tyson Barrett. And

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18:09

Summer Series - Five Ways to Get Ready for the Coming...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/11/30

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What is the Summer SeriesA collection of listener favourites from the Structured Literacy Podcast to help you prepare for 2025. Todays EpisodeEver wondered why some schools are celebrating massive advancements in literacy while others are scrambling to keep up? Join us as we unpack the transformative mandates in Victoria and Tasmania that are revolutionizing literacy education. While evidence-informed programs are seen in many schools,

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23:34

S4 E14 - Guidance for Evaluating Impact

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/11/23

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Unlock the secrets to achieving literacy goals that truly make a difference. This episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast promises to equip educators with the tools they need to effectively assess and enhance students' phonics growth. We'll share practical strategies for recognizing high achievers and those students who may be "cruising" without sufficient growth, and show you how to make informed adjustments to

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21:25

S4 Ep13 - Let's Talk Year 3-6 Reading Assessment and...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/11/16

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What if your current reading assessments fall short of truly capturing your students' abilities? Get ready to transform your approach as we unravel the complexities of assessing and grading reading for years three to six. Discover how to effectively align assessment practices with the Australian Curriculum's achievement standards, steering clear of the limitations of traditional methods like benchmark assessments. We'll

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26:07

S4 E12 - The Secret to Grading Early Years Reading

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/11/09

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! This episode provides guidance and insights about grading early years reading using your state's achievement standard and your chosen normed reading tool.While evidence-informed programs are now seen in a growing number of schools, that doesn't make the adoption of evidence-informed practices effortless or stress free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions

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20:57

S4 E11 - Making Decisions When the Floor is Lava

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/11/02

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! While evidence-informed programs are now seen in a growing number of schools, that doesn't make the adoption of evidence-informed practices effortless or stress free. The Reading Success in the Early Primary Years Teach Along will give you the confidence to make nuanced decisions about early years reading instruction, regardless of the program your school is using and get the best outcome for every student. Vis Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer

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22:23

S4 E10 - Instructional Spring Cleaning - Timers...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/10/25

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Have you ever wondered if the ticking of a timer could transform reading fluency in young learners? Join us on this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast as we untangle the complexities of using timed reading in primary education. I recount my journey from initial skepticism to embracing a more nuanced understanding of this technique. We delve into the intricate components of fluency—accuracy, automaticity, and prosody—and discuss

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19:36

Instructional Spring Cleaning - One Student at the Front

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/10/19

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomThe Evergreen TeacherShopYoutube channelFacebook Page#jocelynseamereducation #literacy #bestpractice #earlyprimaryyears #primaryschool #primaryschools #primaryschoolteacher #earlyyearseducation #earlyyearseducator #structuredliteracy #scienceofreading #classroom #learning #learningisfun #studentsuccess #studentsupport #teacherlife #theresourceroom #theevergreenteacher

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12:32

S4 E8 - Instructional Spring Cleaning - Student News

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/10/12

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! This week, we are going to have a spring clean. In this episode, I'll share a practice that I think we should reconsider.I'm not focusing on this practice in the episode because I think it should be forever banished or because I want to criticize past practices. I've used this practice myself, but I'd like to encourage you to consider whether it is having the maximum impact in your classroom.So, without further ado,

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15:01

S4 Ep7 - The Critical Issue of Teacher Knowledge...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/10/05

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! In this episode, we’ll discuss what you can do to help your teachers build knowledge that leads to improved student outcomes and doesn’t just take up valuable time and money. Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomThe Evergreen TeacherShopYoutube channelFacebook Page#jocelynseamereducation #literacy #bestpractice #earlyprimaryyears #primaryschool #primaryschools #primaryschoolteacher #earlyyearseducation

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14:40

S4 E6 - Five Reasons That Traditional Professional...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/09/28

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! How can educators transcend the rote memorization of teaching steps to foster genuine understanding and meaningful learning? Join me, Jocelyn, on this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast as we uncover the intricate relationships between cognitive load theory, literacy frameworks, and effective classroom practices. We'll dissect Timothy Shanahan's latest insights on the importance of purpose-driven education and explore

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20:37

The Key to Successfully Implementing a New Program in...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/09/21

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What if implementing a new teaching program could transform your school's instructional practices and student outcomes? Promise kept! Join us on the Structured Literacy Podcast as we unpack the critical elements of successfully rolling out these initiatives. From meticulous planning to effective execution, we guide you through the journey educators will undertake—from initial excitement to achieving high commitment and skill

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12:25

S4 E4 - Connecting Explicit Teaching and Engagement...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2024/09/14

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! What if you could transform your spelling lessons from monotonous drills to engaging, multi-dimensional learning experiences? This week on the Structured Literacy Podcast, we promise you'll discover how to make spelling instruction both explicit and exciting. Jocelyn shatters the myth that structured teaching is synonymous with dull repetition. By integrating phonics, orthography, morphology, and etymology, you'll learn to

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