Susan Lambert

In this engaging discussion, Susan Lambert, an experienced educator and advocate for literacy, teams up with hosts Ana Torres and Eric Cross. They emphasize that every educator plays a crucial role in literacy development, regardless of subject matter. Susan shares practical tips for enhancing academic language, highlighting strategies like connecting new vocabulary to existing knowledge. The trio also explores the importance of coherence in instruction and how building knowledge should be a school-wide initiative. Eric illustrates these concepts through Scarborough's Rope, expanding literacy beyond traditional boundaries.

This discussion features Susan Lambert, Ed.D., a seasoned educator and host of Science of Reading: The Podcast, alongside Eric Cross, a dedicated science teacher. They emphasize that every educator plays a role in literacy development, regardless of their subject. Listeners gain insights into effective strategies for promoting academic language in various classrooms. Throughout the conversation, they share personal experiences and practical tips, making a compelling case for a collaborative approach to teaching literacy across disciplines.