Knowledge for Teachers S02E22 - Dr. Leslie Laud - Implementation Science Meets Writing Instruction: ThinkSRSD's Journey to Scalability and Impact
Nov 30, 2024
Dr. Leslie Laud, Founding Director of ThinkSRSD, brings nearly two decades of experience in writing education. In this engaging conversation, she delves into the transformative Self-Regulated Strategy Development framework, emphasizing effective mnemonics and structured routines. Dr. Laud discusses the pressing need for professional development tailored to teachers' unique contexts and shares strategies for smoothly implementing writing instruction. She also highlights how self-assessment and genre understanding can empower students, paving the way for innovative writing practices across grade levels.
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Unexpected Gains
- Leslie Laud's colleague used a new writing approach with her students during her maternity leave.
- The significant student gains inspired Laud to adopt the approach herself.
SRSD's Undiscovered Potential
- Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) has existed for nearly half a century.
- Despite its effectiveness, it hasn't been widely adopted in schools.
SRSD Overview
- SRSD emphasizes self-regulation, enabling students to take charge of their writing.
- Key components include explicit genre instruction, modeling, and self-scoring.
