Professional Development in Reading Instruction

The video discusses efforts to support colleagues in transitioning to a science of reading approach. The speaker, an instructional coach, offers professional development opportunities, including podcast-based learning sessions. These initiatives aim to help teachers understand and apply structured literacy methods. Collaborative learning is emphasized as a key strategy to ease the transition.

What is one of the main strategies used by the instructional coach to assist colleagues in adopting a science of reading approach?

• Providing professional development opportunities

• Reducing classroom hours

• Eliminating reading assessments

• Increasing homework assignments

What was the focus of the professional development class mentioned in the second section?

• Classroom management strategies

• A new math curriculum

• The 'So the Story' podcast

• Advanced teaching techniques

How did teachers engage with the 'So the Story' podcast in the professional development class?

• By listening and discussing

• By conducting experiments

• By creating presentations

• By writing essays

What is the name of the podcast used in the ongoing professional development activities?

• Literacy Leaders

• Teaching Techniques

• Knowledge Matters

• Reading Revolution

What is emphasized as a key factor in making the transition to a science of reading approach easier?

• Collaborative learning

• Increased testing

• Individual study

• Longer school days

What are teachers encouraged to discuss after listening to the 'Knowledge Matters' podcast?

• Insights and aha moments

• Classroom decorations

• Student behavior

• Homework policies