Oral Language and Vocabulary Strategies to Develop Confident, Capable Learners

Presented by Dr. Charles Hulme, Emeritus Professor of Psychology and Education, University of Oxford, and Founder and CEO, OxEd & Assessment; Kary Mirasola, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist, Woven Language + Learning, LLC; Jen Knapp, Speech and Language Pathologist, Strategic Initiatives Manager, Really Great Reading; and Dr. Kevin Arnold, Assistant Principal, PS171Q, New York City Public Schools
Moderated by Toni Backstrom, VP of Strategic Growth & Legislative Affairs, Really Great Reading

Sponsored by Really Great Reading

Every successful literacy program shares two essential goals: building a strong foundation early and closing skill gaps as students grow. But what does that look like across age groups with varied learning needs? In this edLeader Panel, we’ll explore practical strategies that start in early childhood and continue through adolescence, ensuring students develop key oral language and vocabulary skills and receive the right interventions at the right time.

Our panel of experts will unpack what every literacy program needs—from nurturing early oral language to tackling vocabulary deficits in older learners. We’ll cover practical approaches, classroom-ready strategies, and how to design instruction that is both proactive and responsive. Whether you’re working with emerging readers or adolescents needing catch-up support, this session will give you actionable insights to strengthen your practice.

This edLeader Panel will be of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.