Had so much fun on the Melissa and Lori Love Literacy podcast talking about phonemic awareness instruction! Listen here: literacypodcast.com?podcast=Buzz...

UTK is searching for the Andy D. Holt Endowed professor of education (associate or full) focused broadly on K-12 teaching or teacher education. Preferred review of applications begins April 1. Flexible on start dates (January or August 2027). Reach out with any questions! apply.interfolio.com/180617

Reading research friends: Deadline to submit for awards is coming up! I was a winner of the Feitelson Award in 2023. It is easy to submit and there is $ for the winner!

International Literacy Association (ILA)@ilatoday.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Start the year strong by submitting your application—or nominating a colleague—for one of ILA’s 2026 awards and grants! 📢 ICYMI: This year’s deadline is earlier than in past years. All submissions must be received by 11:59 p.m. ET on February 2, 2026:

The TRRC & UTK literacy faculty support the growing research on identifying and supporting students with dyslexia. The International Dyslexia Association released a new definition this fall. Our partners at MTSU and TDOE are helping bring this updated understanding into practice. Proud to be part.

New article alert! My dissertation study is finally out in Educational Technology Research and Development. My first RCT pilot study! Access here: rdcu.be/eNzU2

Newest report is out: "Kindergarten and First-Grade HQIM Alignment with Research on Code-Focused Instruction” provides detailed information on the alignment of the four most commonly adopted HQIM in TN. Thanks to TDOE for supporting this work! trrc.utk.edu/resources/k-1-hqim-alignment-report

Check out our latest report: Educator Perceptions of HQIM Alignment, Adoption, and Implementation in Grades K-5, which captures the experiences and perceptions of district leaders, school leaders, and teachers who have implemented HQIM in Grades K-5 in TN. trrc.utk.edu/resources/hq...

Educator Perceptions of HQIM Alignment, Adoption, and Implementation in Grades K-5: Report - Tennessee Reading Research Center

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UT Knoxville is hiring a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor in Literacy! Please share with anyone who may be interested! Knoxville is a great place to live and work!!! Happy to answer questions! apply.interfolio.com/172346

Had a great time in Calgary at SSSR! Lots of great presentations and fun with friends and family. Plus, honored to have received the Rebecca L. Sandak award!

New article out! Looking at teacher professional development and implementation of reading comprehension instruction effects on teacher knowledge, self-perceptions, and practice. Free access here: authors.elsevier.com/a/1lMBY,8E16...

UT Knoxville is hiring a Clinical Assistant Professor in SPED! Please share with anyone who may be interested in focusing on teaching undergrads and grad students. Knoxville is a great place to live and work!!! apply.interfolio.com/165714

PCRC poster session ✅ Drinks on the beach ✅ Ready for the last day in San Diego!

The perfect snow day! ⛄️

A doc student friend from TAMU is asking for help to attend the HECSE short course in DC. She is doing the PhD program as a single mom and does not have the funds needed to attend. Just thought I would share if you are interested in helping! www.gofundme.com/f/help-a-tex...

Donate to Help a Texas A&M Ph.D. Student Attend HECSE Short Course!, organized by Jennifer Morgan

Hey everyone! As you may know I am in my third year of my Ph.… Jennifer Morgan needs your support for Help a Texas A&M Ph.D. Student Attend HECSE Short Course!

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1. Changes in teacher knowledge for reading instruction after PD and implementing instructional practices learned at PD. 2. How school leaders’ knowledge/experience with reading instruction impacts decision-making?

Esther Lindström@estherlindstrom.bsky.social · 2y ago

Bluesky academics, lets get to know each other! Quote this & tell me: 1) a project you are working on & 2) an odd idea/theory you aren’t working on but keep thinking about 1. Use of assistive tech in reading instruction for students with IDD 2. How do teacher/para dynamics affect teaching quality?

Two of my favorite Literacy podcasters! Check out the launch of their new short episodes with key takeaways tonight!!

The Literacy View@theliteracyview.bsky.social · 2y ago

LIVE TONIGHT 7PM EST High Five Literacy Facebook page!!! 100th episode 🎉 Takeaway Tuesdays

PhDone!! Successfully defended my dissertation today!

Woohoo! Winter Break is here! This last week has been crazy: Grades turned in ✅ Manuscript accepted ✅ Ran the Peppermint Village store at elementary school ✅ 🤪 Gifts purchased and wrapped ⁉️ Oh well, almost made it through the list! Ready for two weeks off!!