Re-envisioning the Future of Literacy: Part 2 with Dr. Deb Peterson and Dr. Mary Jacobson

February Celebrations: Black History Month & I Love to Read MonthAuthor studies focused on authors of colorA variety of texts, graphic novels, author websites or virtual author visitsMartin’s Big WordsNo More Culturally Irrelevant TeachingWhat’s happening at the state policy level?New ELA standards will be fully implemented fall of 2023 and assessed in ‘25-26MCA IV criteria and decision making is currently taking place LETRS trainingEmphasis on the teacher licensing standards and backgroundsLicensure requirements around professional development in reading is changing for more veteran staffMinnesota Department of Education -- policy, guidance, and support on dyslexiaGet Connected!Share good news about what you’re doing in the classroomInternational Literacy Association for a national and international perspective on policyMinnesota Reading Association for state-level policy and professional learningLeaders in Reading Network Higher Education Literacy Partnership (HELP)\Check out a free Summer Book Club provided by HELP. This summer’s focus: Multi-Lingual LearnersLiteracy re-envisioned:Consider the ways we organize children for learning; competency-based vs biological ageRethink how we organize and staff our human resourcesHow the teacher uses the tool (including technology) is the differentiatorCollaboration around data analysis should involve multiple perspectives and rolesEnsure instructional tools are being used as intended (i.e. Levels and Lexile numbers)Consider the (enabling) context of literacy practicesGet familiar with implantation science; one resource: National Implementation Resource Network (NIRN)Recognize and respond to preconceived bias about what child can or can’t do Restructure systems that create barriers to maintaining effective literacy practices  Frequent initiative changesRevolving door of resourcesLeadership changes that shift the focusStrategies & Advice:Don’t underestimate the impact you have on othersThank one of your mentorsInvite a school board member into your classroomGive yourself permission to give up practices that are no longer effectiveConnect with Deb and Mary:Email Dr. Debra Peterson [email protected] or Dr. Mary Jacobson at [email protected] Ed Soul Podcast Credit | SourcewellFind more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education