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...

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! ⛄️

The NRP Report (2000) found that independent silent reading may not be the most efficient use of instructional time. In our study, we replicated the finding. We found that independent reading didn't contribute meaningfully to improved reading outcomes. 🔗 shorturl.at/ZeBJz 🔗 shorturl.at/BZBpt

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...

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?

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

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!!