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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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22:12

S6 E20 - A Simple Way to Make School Improvement Stick

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/11/01

School leaders and teachers constantly face the challenge of turning great ideas intolasting change. In this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast, Jocelynshares a practical, simple strategy to keep school improvement initiativesalive and thriving. Learn how to create consistency, maintain momentum, andprevent your best efforts from fading away. Whether you're a school leader orclassroom teacher, this episode offers a straightforward approach to makingschool improvements stick.Has

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17:23

S6 E19 - The Secret to Truly Universal Phonics...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/10/25

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Are your students good readers, but poor spellers? If so, you are not alone. Spelling Success in Action addresses phonics, orthography, and morphology to give students a well-rounded understanding of how our language system works.Find out how you can help your students move beyond guessing and memorisation at https://www.jocelynseamereducation.com/spelling2 Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomYoutube

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24:23

S6 E18 - The Secret to Truly Universal Phonics...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/10/18

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Are your students good readers, but poor spellers? If so, you are not alone. Spelling Success in Action addresses phonics, orthography, and morphology to give students a well-rounded understanding of how our language system works.Find out how you can help your students move beyond guessing and memorisation at https://www.jocelynseamereducation.com/spelling2 Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomYoutube

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26:55

S6 E17: How to Streamline Your Assessment Schedule

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/10/11

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Are your students good readers, but poor spellers? If so, you are not alone. Spelling Success in Action addresses phonics, orthography, and morphology to give students a well-rounded understanding of how our language system works.Find out how you can help your students move beyond guessing and memorisation at https://www.jocelynseamereducation.com/spelling2 Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomYoutube

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22:12

S6 E16 - How to Know Whether to Quit or Persist

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2025/10/04

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Are your students good readers, but poor spellers? If so, you are not alone. Spelling Success in Action addresses phonics, orthography, and morphology to give students a well-rounded understanding of how our language system works.Find out how you can help your students move beyond guessing and memorisation at https://www.jocelynseamereducation.com/spelling2 Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomYoutube

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35:20

S6 E15 - What Does Research Say About Novel Study?

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2025/09/27

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Novel study has gained traction in teaching circles, but important questions arise about its suitability for all students, time management challenges, and whether it's truly evidence-based for primary schools.In this episode, Jocelyn explores• Research comparing novels with shorter stories• Teachers challenges in novel studies including time constraints, student stamina issues, and resource limitations• Quality of text and

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16:01

S6 E14 - Should We Be Teaching Phonics in Years 3-6?

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/09/20

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

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13:49

S6 E13 - We Fall to the Level of Our Systems

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/09/13

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! We examine why educational practices often fail to stick in schools despite initial enthusiasm and training. The key insight is that sustainable implementation requires building systems where practices become embedded in school culture rather than being treated as temporary initiatives.• The implementation dip occurs when the "shine of the new" wears off and teachers must embed practices for the long term• Different teachers

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16:15

S6 E12 - When Repeated Reading Doesn't Work

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/09/06

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Lead the Shift That LastsThe only whole-school transformation pathway that builds trust, develops teacher thinking, and equips leaders to lead sustainable change from within while building a deep understanding of human cognition and evidence-based practice.We are now taking bookings for 2026 to support those who are Leading Learning Success. Click the link to book your discovery call.

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12:29

S6 E11 - The Trap Inside the Teachable Moment

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/08/31

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! We must be strategic about harnessing teachable moments to ensure they enhance rather than distract from our learning objectives. Even experienced educators can get swept up in exciting classroom discussions that inadvertently create inequitable learning environments.• The satisfaction of engaging students in rich, spontaneous discussions can sometimes lead us away from our lesson objectives• Developing a "prompt or park"

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31:19

S6 E10 - Before You Commit to a Program, Listen to This

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/08/23

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! In this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast, Jocelyn provides essential guidance for educational leaders navigating the complex process of selecting instructional programs. She introduces a research-informed practice model that balances research findings, professional knowledge, and student outcomes, while emphasising that the goal should never be simply to "get a program" but to genuinely improve student learning

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23:05

S6 E9 - From Wasted Hours to Real Impact: Research...

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2025/08/16

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Too much professional development feels like a box-ticking exercise with little to show for the time invested. In this episode, Jocelyn unpacks decades of research findings to reveal the seven elements that make PD truly effective, and shows how leaders and teachers can stop wasting time and start creating lasting impact in classrooms. Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomYoutube channelFacebook

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22:48

S6 E8 - From Compliance to Commitment: Transforming...

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2025/08/09

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Sustainable school improvement happens when change is done with teachers, not to them, and when professional learning builds genuine understanding rather than just compliance with programs.• The key difference between compliance and commitment in school change• Why program implementation alone isn't enough to transform practice• Starting with strengths rather than deficits when approaching improvement• Understanding the

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15:56

S6 E7 - Is Your PL Transformative or Transactional?

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/08/02

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! In this episode, Jocelyn unpacks a crucial distinction in the world of education: the difference between professional learning that simply ticks a box and learning that leads to lasting transformation in classrooms. Drawing on her experience as both a teacher and professional learning facilitator, Jocelyn explores the essential elements of impactful PL—from long-term commitment and real-world relevance to leadership support and

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17:01

S6 E6 - Why Confidence is a Misleading Measure of...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/07/26

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

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18:26

S6 E5 - How to Reclaim Your Professional Judgement

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2025/07/19

Has something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Professional judgment grows from a foundation of deep, defensible knowledge about how learning actually works. When you understand the cognitive science behind reading development, why systematic phonics instruction matters, and how orthographic mapping occurs, you're equipped to make informed decisions rather than simply following a script. Yet the strongest professional judgment comes from those constantly willing to question

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18:53

S6 E4 - Should We Bring Back the Read-Aloud

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/07/12

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

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16:28

S6 E3 - How Do We Prevent Progress Being Wiped Out In...

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/07/05

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

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12:49

S6 E2 - Simple Levers to Pull to Increase Your Impact

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/06/28

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

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12:17

S6 E1 - Staying Motivated in Tough Times

The Structured Literacy Podcast ·

2025/06/21

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

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