In this episode, you're getting a preview of the types of conversations happening with educators in our bonus subscription episodes. This month, Shannon and Mary chat with Dr. Jasmine Rogers, a reading specialist and college educator, about her dual roles in literacy. Dr. Rogers discusses her research on African American English (AAE) and structured literacy, emphasizing the importance of affirming behaviors in promoting student motivation and effective communication. Drawing on personal experiences and professional expertise, she emphasizes the importance of affirming diverse dialects, including Black English, and fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. The episode also covers translanguaging and strategies for teachers to support multilingual students, highlighting the significance of creating a positive, inclusive, and affirming classroom environment. Tune in to learn more about effective teaching practices, the science of reading, and how teachers can better support students from diverse linguistic backgrounds. 0:00 Welcome to the Reading Teacher Lounge 01:09 Introducing Dr. Jasmine Rogers 02:37 Understanding Black Language in Education 04:34 Research on Affirming Student Language 07:32 The Importance of Cultural Awareness in Teaching 13:55 Personal Experiences and Reflections 15:48 Journey into Structured Literacy 17:37 Merging Identity with Teaching Practices 22:14 Reflecting on Teaching Practices 23:03 The Power of Translanguaging 24:57 Effective Communication Techniques 26:55 Building Positive Classroom Environments 30:04 Supporting Teachers and Students 31:29 The Importance of Authenticity in Teaching 32:59 Insights from Research 36:12 Morphology and Language Learning 39:50 Final Thoughts and Farewells RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE Dr. Jasmine's website Connect with Dr. Jasmine Rogers through her website Connect with Dr. Jasmine Rogers through LinkedIn 44 Phonemes Video from RRFTS (Rollins Center for Language and Literacy) DC Public Schools Reading Clinic Frayer Model Strive for Five Conversations by Tricia Zucker and Sonia Cabell *Amazon affiliate link Education Week: What is Translanguaging and How Is it Used in the Classroom? Buy us a coffee Support the show Get Literacy Support through our Patreon Bonus Episodes access through your podcast app Bonus episodes access through Patreon Buy us a coffee Get a FREE Green Chef box using our link
