by Trent Wilson | Sep 18, 2018 | Reading
Ok, That’s a bit of a mixed metaphor. But let me explain! I’m thinking a lot about process vs. content lately. Something that gets me really excited about the instruction we are providing to our students is that we are process focused. What does that mean? You know...
by Trent Wilson | Sep 7, 2018 | Reading
When a child is struggling to learn to read, I often hear the recommendation, “You should read with your child every day”. When I inquire about homework or a home reading plan, parents often respond that they have been instructed to read to their children. They may...
by Trent Wilson | Aug 27, 2018 | Reading
Alberta Education offers Program Unit Funding (PUF) through Early Childhood Services for children with delays or disabilities between the ages of 2 years 8 months and 6 years. It is a great program, aimed at early identification and intervention with a particular lens...
by Trent Wilson | Aug 7, 2018 | Reading
I must confess: I am a FIXER. Part of the problem with being a fixer is that makes you critical. You see problems where maybe there are no problems. You look for problems. You CREATE problems (just ask my wife!) When I encounter a problem, I feel compelled to address...
by Trent Wilson | Aug 1, 2018 | Reading
Benefits of Group Instruction Social Learning Theory has been popular since the 60’s and 70’s and is the foundation of our educational system. It’s no secret that children learn from observing others. In fact, we have specialized cells in our brains called mirror...
by Trent Wilson | Jul 2, 2018 | Reading
Unpacking the Definition – Problems in Practice I want to unpack the definition of Dyslexia that I provided to you in part 1 of this series. As a refresher, I will provide the definition again: “Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in...
