Learn Literacy - a place to focus on 'Language for Life' by teaching literacy through language and structure. Important topics of conversation will be Orton-Gillingham, Structured Literacy, Dyslexia, Structured Word Inquiry and related random wonderings. Your host is Cheryl Urbanczyk, a career educator with thirty years experience between teaching and school administration. When her own daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia, she began a learning journey to gain the knowledge and skills needed to help her own child. Cheryl is a Fellow of the Orton-Gillingham Academy, a Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist (IDA/CERI) and a Reading Specialist (OCT). Listen in to learn valuable insights and take-aways to support literacy instruction and student achievement. For more information, go to learnliteracy.com (http://learnliteracy.com), @learnliteracy1, @cherylurbanczyk1.
This episode of the Learn Literacy Podcast delves into the life and contributions of Dr. Samuel Orton, a pivotal figure in the understanding of dyslexia. Through biographical sketches and personal anecdotes, the discussion highlights his medical career, innovative approaches to psychiatric care, and lasting influence on the field.
Takeaways
Dr. Orton's impact on dyslexia
Importance of early psychiatric care
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Samuel Orton
01:29 Early Life and Education of Dr. Orton
04:30 Medical Career and Contributions
07:11 Personal Memories of Dr. Orton
11:03 Establishing the Iowa State Psychopathic Hospital
13:23 Influence on Students and Research
16:17 Dr. Orton's Theories and Legacy
For more info about Learn Literacy, go to:
learnliteray.com (http://learnliteray.com)
@learnliteracy1
@cherylurbanczyk1
24 Sept 2026
24. Mary Ann Coulson - Advocacy
This conversation with Mary Ann Coulson is about her book 'Adam's Way: The Journey of a Child with Dyslexia and a Resource Guide for Parents' which delves into the personal journey of supporting her son living with dyslexia. We talk about the origin of the book, the importance of resources and support, Adam's unique perspective, navigating the education system, supporting dyslexic students, and the significance of teacher collaboration and advocacy.
Chapters
00:00 The Journey Begins
03:09 The Book and Its Origin
06:06 Resources and Support
09:02 Adam's Perspective
12:04 Navigating the Education System
17:56 Supporting Dyslexic Students
26:00 Teacher Collaboration and Advocacy
To learn more about Mary Ann Coulson and 'Adam's Way':
https://adamsway.org/ (https://adamsway.org/)
For more information about Learn Literacy:
learnliteray.com (http://learnliteray.com)
@learnliteracy1
@cherylurbanczyk1
17 Sept 2026
22. History of Dyslexia Part 11: Orton Part 1
The conversation provides a comprehensive overview of Dr. Samuel Orton's life, work, and contributions to the understanding and treatment of dyslexia and language disabilities. It delves into his early life, education, the Orton story, his work and contributions, his legacy, and the ongoing impact of his work. Additionally, it explores the importance of teacher training and intervention in recognizing and supporting students with reading disabilities.
Takeaways
Dr. Samuel Orton's biographical details and contributions to the field of dyslexia and language disabilities.
The legacy of Dr. Samuel Orton and the ongoing impact of his work on the understanding and treatment of dyslexia.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Samuel Orton
01:27 Early Life and Education
03:20 The Orton Story
04:44 Dr. Orton's Work and Contributions
12:30 Legacy and Continuing Impact
23:02 Teacher Training and Intervention
For more info about Learn Literacy, go to:
learnliteray.com (http://learnliteray.com)
@learnliteracy1
@cherylurbanczyk1
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