Science of Reading: The Podcast

Summer '22 Rewind: Myths and misconceptions about universal screening: Nancy Nelson

Aug 10, 2022

47:02

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Is R T I a Synonym?

04:49

What's the Difference Between Response to Intervention and Whole Language Instruction?

01:55

The Use of Screening to Identify Risk

04:45

Introduction

2min

Early Literacy - What's Your Journey?

4min

Are You a Co Principal Investigator on the National Centre for Improved Literacy?

5min

Response to Intervention in Education

4min

Is R T I a Synonym?

5min

What's the Difference Between Response to Intervention and Whole Language Instruction?

2min

Is That a New Misconception?

3min

The Use of Screening to Identify Risk

5min

Is There a Screening System for Blood Pressure?

2min

10.

The Importance of Screening for Dislexia

4min

11.

What Kind of Assessment Is the Best to Use?

3min

12.

Dibbles

5min

13.

How to Collect Data From Art Assessments

2min

14.

The Role of Data in School Systems

4min

Dr. Nancy Nelson, assistant professor of special education at Boston University, discusses myths and misconceptions around RTI, MTSS, and assessment screening in reading and mathematics instruction. She highlights what tools need to be in place for the RTI system to be implemented well, her work on DIBELS®, and the importance of dyslexia screeners.

Show notes:

DIBELS® at the University of Oregon

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“Relying on data allows us to engage in a systematic process to implement systems to meet the needs of all kids.”
—Dr. Nancy Nelson

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