57 min
Literacy Change-makers: Engaging Parents in a Literacy Movement "Literacy Leadership" The Learning Ally Podcast with Dr. Terrie Noland, CALP
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In this episode of the Literacy Leadership Change-makers miniseries, hosts Dr. Terrie Noland, Dr. Tracy Weeden, Dr. Tim Odegard and Linda Diamond converse with Resha Conroy, the founder of the Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children. As a mother of two children with learning disabilities, Resha shares her journey of fighting for her children’s education and breaking from the low expectations set for black students. The discussion dives deep into transformative literacy, the importance of evidence-based reading instruction, and the need for literacy and equity to go hand in hand for inclusive education and societal transformation. The hosts and Resha also explore the critical role of parents and the community in advocating for equitable access to education and literacy resources.
Key Points:
00:00 Introduction to Literacy Leadership Change-makers Miniseries
00:30 Highlighting the Parent Perspective in Literacy Movement
00:58 Introducing Resha Conroy: A Powerful Voice in Literacy Transformation
02:00 Resha's Personal Journey to Becoming an Education Advocate
04:41 The Formation of Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children
06:28 The Impact of Reading Challenges on Resha's Family
12:34 The Systemic Nature of Reading Challenges and the Role of Parents
14:31 The Historical Perspective of Literacy and Its Impact on Black Children
17:23 The Importance of Literacy in Achieving Equity
19:33 The Role of Parents and Community in Advocating for Literacy
20:34 The Need for Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction in Schools
25:23 The Importance of Asking the Right Questions as a Parent
29:25 The Political Struggle for Education Reform
31:05 The Power of Advocacy and Community Action
31:58 The Concept of Floating Schools: Immediate Solutions for Literacy
33:26 The Importance of Immediate Action and Systemic Change
34:51 The Generational Impact of Illiteracy
36:28 The Power of Literacy in Transforming Lives
44:03 The Role of Literacy in Accessing Systems and Resources
46:18 The Importance of Celebrating Cultural Diversity in Education
49:42 The Power of Resilience and Determination in Overcoming Challenges
52:14 The Role of Faith and Hope in Driving Change
54:24 Conclusion: The Need for Community Catalysts in Education
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In this episode of the Literacy Leadership Change-makers miniseries, hosts Dr. Terrie Noland, Dr. Tracy Weeden, Dr. Tim Odegard and Linda Diamond converse with Resha Conroy, the founder of the Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children. As a mother of two children with learning disabilities, Resha shares her journey of fighting for her children’s education and breaking from the low expectations set for black students. The discussion dives deep into transformative literacy, the importance of evidence-based reading instruction, and the need for literacy and equity to go hand in hand for inclusive education and societal transformation. The hosts and Resha also explore the critical role of parents and the community in advocating for equitable access to education and literacy resources.
Key Points:
00:00 Introduction to Literacy Leadership Change-makers Miniseries
00:30 Highlighting the Parent Perspective in Literacy Movement
00:58 Introducing Resha Conroy: A Powerful Voice in Literacy Transformation
02:00 Resha's Personal Journey to Becoming an Education Advocate
04:41 The Formation of Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children
06:28 The Impact of Reading Challenges on Resha's Family
12:34 The Systemic Nature of Reading Challenges and the Role of Parents
14:31 The Historical Perspective of Literacy and Its Impact on Black Children
17:23 The Importance of Literacy in Achieving Equity
19:33 The Role of Parents and Community in Advocating for Literacy
20:34 The Need for Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction in Schools
25:23 The Importance of Asking the Right Questions as a Parent
29:25 The Political Struggle for Education Reform
31:05 The Power of Advocacy and Community Action
31:58 The Concept of Floating Schools: Immediate Solutions for Literacy
33:26 The Importance of Immediate Action and Systemic Change
34:51 The Generational Impact of Illiteracy
36:28 The Power of Literacy in Transforming Lives
44:03 The Role of Literacy in Accessing Systems and Resources
46:18 The Importance of Celebrating Cultural Diversity in Education
49:42 The Power of Resilience and Determination in Overcoming Challenges
52:14 The Role of Faith and Hope in Driving Change
54:24 Conclusion: The Need for Community Catalysts in Education
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learning-ally/message
57 min