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An Italian Proverb and its Connection to Literacy Initiative Thought

An Italian Proverb and its Connection to Literacy Initiative Thought

by ereenstra@gmail.com | Aug 3, 2023 | Uncategorized

There is a great Italian proverb that I was reminded of recently: “Tra il dire e il fare c’e di mezzo il mare.” A literal translation: Between saying and doing there is the sea. A more compact version: There is a sea between saying and doing. In...
Nurturing Growth: Embracing the Path of Progress

Nurturing Growth: Embracing the Path of Progress

by ereenstra@gmail.com | Jul 24, 2023 | Uncategorized

What can you expect to see over the coming month? Here is a sneak peek: Guiding Literacy Growth’s “Literacy Growth Pathway” Webinars to help schools navigate the current literacy climate More detailed information related to the Literacy System...
Research and Science as Black and White? Not Quite!

Research and Science as Black and White? Not Quite!

by ereenstra@gmail.com | Dec 4, 2022 | Uncategorized

In recent months, across social media and content domains, especially literacy, the black and white, yes or no rhetoric has seemingly intensified. If you are on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, you’ve undoubtedly witnessed it and probably walked away with a bit of...
The Basic Guide to Reading Research for Teachers

The Basic Guide to Reading Research for Teachers

by ereenstra@gmail.com | Sep 8, 2022 | Uncategorized

In today’s discourse on educational practice in literacy, the term “research” is ubiquitous. You see it in the newsstands, on television and across the social media universe. A point of contention in many discussions is what constitutes “research-based” and...

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  • An Italian Proverb and its Connection to Literacy Initiative Thought
  • Nurturing Growth: Embracing the Path of Progress
  • Research and Science as Black and White? Not Quite!
  • The Basic Guide to Reading Research for Teachers