Ep. 17: Stay calm. Teach. A conversation with Dr. Mary Jo Fresch

Dr. Mary Jo Fresch has been an elementary teacher, literacy professor, has published more than 22 books, and is a brilliant and calming mind in the world of literacy learning. In this episode, Dr. Fresch walks through the history of teaching literacy, dissects the science of how we read, and provides practical, in-the-classroom advice for how to naturally engage students and teach reading. Most importantly, Dr. Fresch takes hold of the swinging pendulum of literacy learning and encourages teachers to do what they do best: know their students and teach with confidence.  You can learn more about Dr. Mary Jo Fresch at her website, maryjofresch.com, invite her in for a literacy workshop, or order her books at Amazon. Follow Schurtz and Ties on Twitter (@SchurtzandTies) or send us an email ([email protected])