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Carolyn H. Strom, PhD

Carolyn is an early literacy expert who works with preschool and elementary educators, families, and children to improve reading outcomes. She taught first grade in Los Angeles and Compton, CA for 8 years before becoming a Reading Specialist in New York City. She is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU, instructional media developer, and speaker.

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Skilled Reading in Context
Michael Gold Michael Gold

Skilled Reading in Context

The strands of the Scarborough’s (2001) reading rope depicted as roots growing in the soil of spoken language, and deeply impacted by the environment in which they live.

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Science of Reading: The Podcast. Episode 9
Carolyn Strom Carolyn Strom

Science of Reading: The Podcast. Episode 9

In this podcast, Carolyn discusses some of the cognitive science behind early reading. She shares her insights on the importance of neuroscience and culturally responsive teaching and dives into research Linnea Ehri’s four phases of learning how to read.

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Learning & the Brain February 27, 2021
Michael Gold Michael Gold

Learning & the Brain February 27, 2021

Looking forward to partnering with this wonderful organization and leading an interactive workshop focused on the science of how children learn to read and the critical role of social interaction.

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