Lindamood-Bell Radio
105 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsLindamood-Bell Learning Processes is an organization committed to helping children and adults learn to read and comprehend to their potential. Lindamood-Bell Radio explores a wide range of topics revolving around learning, literacy, and education. Hear from public school leaders, parents of children with learning difficulties, literacy coaches, teachers, researchers and even an inspiring college football player who is passionate about getting kids in his community reading.
Lindamood-Bell's founders pioneered programs to develop the imagery-language foundation that underlies reading, comprehension, and math. We teach students at Lindamood-Bell Learning Centers, Learning Camps throughout the world, and Lindamood-Bell Academy—a K thru12 Private School. Also, the Lindamood-Bell for Schools division helps educators maximize student achievement through customized workshops and professional development.
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Episodes
Dr. Robert “Bob” Pletka, Superintendent of the Fullerton School District
December 08, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this podcast episode, Dr. Robert "Bob" Pletka, the Superintendent of Fullerton School District, provides insights into how his district addresses the learning needs of its diverse student population. Dr. Pletka sheds light on the practices employed by the district to improve language and literacy skills, emphasizing the impact of Lindamood-Bell professional development.
Jacquelyn Taylor, Learning Disability Advocate
November 24, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 51.3 MBIn this compelling new episode, we welcome Jacquelyn, a 17-year-old learning disability advocate behind MindsLikeMine. Jacquelyn shares her transformative journey of overcoming dyslexia and dyscalculia, emphasizing the power of community and open dialogue about learning disabilities. The episode explores her perseverance, academic achievements, and the value of evidence-based instruction on her journey. MindsLikeMine.com
Sarah Kodinsky, CEO of Apex Social Group
November 10, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 51.7 MBWe welcome Sarah Kodinsky to the podcast. Sarah is the CEO of a childcare service specializing in support for children with developmental needs. https://apex-social.com/
Emily Hoffman, Director of Lindamood-Bell Academy
October 27, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 63 MBEmily Hoffman, the Director of Lindamood-Bell Academy, joins the podcast to explore our unique school and showcase the achievements of our students. Lindamood-Bell Academy is a K-12 private school. We combine Lindamood-Bell's instructional expertise with a full curriculum. Our personalized school environment is an excellent solution for students who thrive in a flexible, non-traditional learning environment.
Spotlight on Special Education - Fulton County Schools | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
October 13, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 66.5 MBOur guest presenter is Jennifer Thompson, IRR Instructional Coordinator from Fulton County Schools. She describes the district's partnership with Lindamood-Bell for Schools, her experience with Lindamood-Bell Teacher Workshops, and online job-embedded professional development. She'll share student achievement data, as well as lessons learned and key tips for success. Fulton County Schools in Georgia is a large, diverse school district in the Atlanta area. In 2019, the district began to addre...
Alyssa R., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center student
September 29, 2023 16:00 - 14 minutes - 25.9 MBLindamood-Bell Learning Center student, Alyssa, reflects on her own learning journey. Now a successful college freshman, she was once a struggling elementary school student. Alyssa credits Lindamood-Bell with increasing her learning ability and self-confidence.
Dr. Ronda Beaman, Director of Fit2Learn, Lindamood-Bell Academy
September 15, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 37.5 MBDr. Ronda Beaman("Dr. B") discusses Fit2Learn, a new addition to Lindamood-Bell Academy. Research shows the value of movement in learning, retention, and academic success. Fit2Learn aims to provide engaging, high-quality fitness classes emphasizing and reinforcing Lindamood-Bell instruction. Dr. B's awards and certifications include training and certification from the prestigious Cooper Clinic in Dallas, Texas, and being named National Fitness Idol. She holds a Doctorate in Education and ...
School Administrators' Viewpoints: Collaborating with Lindamood-Bell to Establish a Learning Center on Campus
August 25, 2023 16:00 - 21 minutes - 39.9 MBAdministrators from a large, urban school district describe their experience partnering with Lindamood-Bell to establish a Learning Center on Campus (LCOC). The LCOC model features direct instruction for students. Lindamood-Bell instructors are on-site, providing evidence-based intervention. We collaborate with school administrators, teachers, specialists, and instructional aides to address literacy needs.
Vanessa and Angel, Lindamood-Bell Learning Center parents
August 18, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 46.4 MBVanessa and Angel talk about how challenging it was for their son to keep up in a large, accelerated kindergarten classroom. When extra tutoring and reading time at home was not helping, they turned to Lindamood-Bell to get their young son’s reading on track for school.
Cheryl W., Lindamood-Bell Academy parent
August 04, 2023 16:00 - 18 minutes - 34.2 MBCheryl describes finding the right school environment for her son, John. With Lindamood-Bell Academy, "a light turned on for him." His foundational skills are improving and he is able to participate in school curriculum like never before.
A family describes the impact of Lindamood-Bell instruction
July 21, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 36.9 MBA mother and her teen sons each give their perspective on Lindamood-Bell instruction. One son, on the autism spectrum, attends Lindamood-Bell Academy. His brother attends the learning center after school for academic support in challenging subjects.
Literacy Hope for Jamaican Students
July 07, 2023 16:00 - 11 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this podcast episode, we are joined by a panel of Jamaican educators. They explain how sensory-cognitive instruction has transformed their teaching and has impacted the lives of students. Over the past five years, teachers across Jamaica have received Lindamood-Bell professional development to increase literacy for struggling readers and students with learning disabilities. The effort was initiated by Mandy Melville, President of Creative Language-Based Learning (CLBL), who experienced ...
Megan F., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center parent
June 23, 2023 16:00 - 21 minutes - 40.3 MBLindamood-Bell Learning Center parent, Megan F., describes the Lindamood-Bell Learning Ability Evaluation and what sets it apart.
Tony C., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Student
June 09, 2023 16:49 - 25 minutes - 47.2 MBA retired professional describes his own experience receiving Visualizing and Verbalizing instruction at a Lindamood-Bell Learning Center.
Paul Worthington, Director of Research & Development, Lindamood-Bell
May 26, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 83.1 MBLindamood-Bell’s Director of Research & Development, Paul Worthington, shares valuable insights into common dyslexia misconceptions, peer-reviewed interventions, and the latest research.
Pandemic-Related Reading Struggles | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
May 05, 2023 17:21 - 34 minutes - 63.1 MBLindamood-Bell for Schools Director of Development, Dave Kiyvyra, is joined by Heidi O'Leary, the Director of Special Education for Maine School Administrative District 75. They discuss strategies to address pandemic-related learning loss among at-risk students. The specific focus is on the district's successful implementation of Science of Reading-aligned literacy instruction.
Liz Angoff, Ph.D., Explaining Learning Disabilities to Children
April 14, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 53 MBWe welcome Liz Angoff, Ph.D. to the podcast. Dr. Liz Angoff is a Licensed Educational Psychologist with a Diplomate in School Neuropsychology. She is the author of the Brain Building Books, tools for engaging children in understanding their learning and developmental differences. www.drlizangoff.com www.ExplainingBrains.com/parents
Charlette W., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center parent
March 24, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode, Lindamood-Bell Learning Center parent, Charlette, discusses her son’s learning journey. Lindamood-Bell instruction not only improved his reading ability but also his confidence and self-esteem.
Reading Interventions Aligned with State Dyslexia Mandates | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
March 03, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 59.1 MBPresenters: Dave Kiyvyra, Director of Development, Lindamood-Bell for Schools Dr. Andrea Stolar, Director of Special Education for Chicopee Public Schools in Massachusetts In this presentation, "Implementing Reading Interventions Aligned with State Dyslexia Mandates," Dr. Andrea Stolar describes how her school district aligned literacy instruction with state mandates on dyslexia. The webinar includes additional case studies and an expanded discussion of the cognitive science of lear...
Rajesh Kana, Ph.D., Director of the Cognition, Brain, and Autism Lab at the University of Alabama
February 17, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 55.3 MBDr. Rajesh Kana joined us to discuss current initiatives at the Cognition, Brain, and Autism Lab at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He researches individuals with autism and interventions that can affect learning and brain function. A study using the Visualizing and Verbalizing program is now enrolling participants. For more information: www.cbra.ua.edu (205) 202-0616 [email protected]
Navigating the Future of Education: Trends and Expectations for 2023
December 23, 2022 17:00 - 35 minutes - 65.9 MBRobert H. Pasternack, Ph.D. joins us to discuss educational topics, including learning loss and student mental health. Dr. Pasternack served as Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) at the U.S. Department of Education.
Saskia Hostetler Lippy, M.D., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Parent
December 09, 2022 17:27 - 18 minutes - 34.8 MBSaskia Hostetler Lippy, M.D. is a psychiatrist and education advocate whose child received instruction at Lindamood-Bell. She provides insight into the entire process—starting with the value of the initial evaluation and recommendations.
Learning Center Employee Perspective - Sruti & Philip | Lindamood-Bell Learning Centers
November 11, 2022 17:00 - 24 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode, we welcome Sruti and Philip, Center Director and Associate Center Director of our Portland Learning Center. They share what drew them to Lindamood-Bell, and they discuss one of the most rewarding aspects of the job - what it’s like helping students learn to read and comprehend to their potential with our unique approach.
Online Instruction for Two | Lindamood-Bell Learning Centers
October 20, 2022 22:11 - 20 minutes - 38.7 MBA mom shares her experience homeschooling during the COVID-19 pandemic and seeking help getting her daughter and son on track with reading. Despite her misgivings about virtual learning, she gave Lindamood-Bell Online Instruction a try. She describes the incredible growth they made and how the instructors kept them engaged and excited every step of the way.
Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., ADHD-CCSP, ADHD Parent Coach and Teacher Consultant
October 04, 2022 22:33 - 24 minutes - 44.9 MBWe welcome Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., ADHD-CCSP, to the podcast. Cindy is a mental health counselor, ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider, and professional coach trainer. As an ADHD Specialist, she supports parents, educators, and other professionals in addressing the social and emotional impact ADHD & Executive Functioning have on learning, motivation, behavior, and the family system. www.PTScoaching.com
RtI, Science of Reading, and Learning Loss: What’s next?
September 15, 2022 18:04 - 45 minutes - 84.9 MBRobert H. Pasternack, Ph.D., former Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) at the U.S. Department of Education Dr. Pasternack joins us with an authoritative perspective on the history and evolution of Response to Intervention (RtI). He describes how data-driven practices prevent learning gaps and improve student outcomes. Dr. Pasternack served as Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) ...
Learning Center Employee Perspective - Gabrielle | Lindamood-Bell Learning Centers
August 26, 2022 16:54 - 19 minutes - 36.6 MBLearning Center employee, Gabrielle, describes what makes her work at Lindamood-Bell so inspiring. She shares what it's like, as a former Lindamood-Bell student, to now be the one teaching kids how to reading and comprehend. At Lindamood-Bell, we develop the imagery-language foundation for reading, spelling, language comprehension, math, memory, and critical thinking. Visit our career site, https://lindamoodbellcareers.silkroad.com/
Dave Kiyvyra, Lindamood-Bell for Schools, Topic: State Dyslexia Mandates
August 12, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBDirector of Development, Dave Kiyvyra, describes how Lindamood-Bell professional development helps schools comply with state mandates on dyslexia. Lindamood-Bell for Schools helps increase student achievement through professional learning. Educators learn how to develop the imagery-language foundation that underlies reading, comprehension, and math. The evidence-based programs presented in Lindamood-Bell workshops address the needs of a wide variety of populations, including early learne...
Peter - Lindamood-Bell Academy parent
July 15, 2022 15:28 - 25 minutes - 46.4 MBWhen a speech-language pathologist referred the family to Lindamood-Bell Academy, Peter's son, Bentley, had been struggling with literacy and attention for years. At Lindamood-Bell Academy, Bentley learned how to read and write to his potential—and experience success with school curriculum. Peter describes how the sensory-cognitive approach and positive, engaging instruction helped unlock learning for his resilient, remarkable son.
Robert and Lorinda, Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Student and Spouse - Testimonial
July 01, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 60.7 MBRobert struggled with literacy and comprehension his entire life. For years, he relied on his wife Lorinda whenever a task required reading or writing. Everything was about to change when 60-year-old Robert was presented with an inspiring volunteer opportunity. It would require training, including the successful completion of a college-level course. Anticipating the challenge, Robert enrolled at a Lindamood-Bell to improve his learning ability and prepare. Lorinda and Robert describe his ...
Lauren and Donna, Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Student and Parent Testimonial
June 10, 2022 14:53 - 30 minutes - 57.2 MBLauren recently graduated from high school with honors. She starts college in the fall at a university where she will major in psychology. She has come a long way since her elementary school days when she was a struggling reader who was the target of bullying. Lauren and her mother, Donna, describe how she overcame adversity to become the thriving young person she is today.
Lindamood-Bell Parent POV — Speech Delays and the Impact of Visualizing & Verbalizing Instruction | Learning Centers
May 20, 2022 18:17 - 25 minutes - 46.9 MBIn this episode, parents describe their son’s speech delays and associated struggles. Direct stimulation of concept imagery at Lindamood-Bell improved his language comprehension and thinking. They noticed it in communication, academics, and everyday life.
Dr. Patrick Sayne, Public School Administration, Former Superintendent of Paso Robles Joint Unified School District
May 06, 2022 16:12 - 23 minutes - 43.3 MBDr. Patrick Sayne, a former superintendent of Paso Robles Joint Unified School District currently serves as a consultant to California public schools. Dr. Sayne shared his perspective on post-pandemic schooling, reading instruction, community input on eduction, and the future of the teaching profession.
Robert Cardiff, Lindamood-Bell Foundation Board Member and Former Student
April 22, 2022 16:10 - 21 minutes - 40 MBRobert Cardiff draws a direct line from the reading breakthroughs he experienced as a child at Lindamood-Bell to his current success as a technology executive. "I'm excited about the future of my life and that wouldn't have happened without my parents investing the time and money to go to Lindamood-Bell.” Robert is a passionate fundraiser for children's literacy and is a Lindamood-Bell Foundation board member. He joins us to discuss their efforts to provide Lindamood-Bell Learning Center sch...
Learning Center Employee Perspective - Ain and Rogelio
April 01, 2022 17:23 - 32 minutes - 60.5 MBLearning Center employees Ain and Rogelio describe what it's like to teach at Lindamood-Bell. They share the challenges and rewards of working with children and adults who struggle with literacy. And share how fulfilling it is to help individuals learn to their potential.
"A Lightbulb Went Off!" A teen learns how to read and comprehend to her potential
March 15, 2022 22:12 - 20 minutes - 37.3 MBKaren describes her teen daughter's incredible results with Visualizing and Verbalizing instruction via a Lindamood-Bell Learning Center. At Lindamood-Bell, we develop the imagery-language foundation for learning and thinking. We believe all individuals can learn to read and comprehend to their potential.
Learning Center Employee Perspective - Helping Students Learn to Their Potential
March 04, 2022 17:00 - 37 minutes - 69.2 MBLearning Center employees Liz and Eric describe what it's like to teach at Lindamood-Bell. They share the challenges and rewards of working with children and adults who struggle with literacy. And share how fulfilling it is to help individuals learn to their potential.
Jennifer Gaviola, Deputy Superintendent of Paso Robles School District
March 01, 2022 17:19 - 27 minutes - 50.6 MBSchool administrators around the world have been leading in the face of adversity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Our guest, Jennifer Gaviola, is the Deputy Superintendent of a diverse school district with substantial numbers of low-income students; she is uniquely qualified to describe the challenge of providing public education during school closures. Jennifer's strong background in literacy and language education is formidable. She got her start in working in education at Lindamood-Bell...
Growing Student Performance While Building Teacher Expertise | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
January 28, 2022 23:09 - 57 minutes - 106 MBSummer school can be an opportunity for schools to mitigate learning loss and to provide teachers with job-embedded PD. A panel of educators joins us to share their experience implementing intensive sensory-cognitive literacy instruction—both in-person and online.
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
December 17, 2021 20:15 - 24 minutes - 45.2 MBIn this episode, a mom describes how Central Auditory Processing Disorder(CAPD) was affecting every area of her son's life, including school. At Lindamood-Bell Academy, he received sensory-cognitive instruction to improve his oral and written language comprehension. He learned how to apply the imagery-language foundation to his schoolwork. Our personalized, evidence-based approach is helping him grow and thrive!
Lindamood-Bell Parent POV, Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) and Online School
December 17, 2021 20:15 - 24 minutes - 45.2 MBIn this episode, a mom describes how Central Auditory Processing Disorder(CAPD) was affecting every area of her son's life, including school. At Lindamood-Bell Academy, he received sensory-cognitive instruction to improve his oral and written language comprehension. He learned how to apply the imagery-language foundation to his schoolwork. Our personalized, evidence-based approach is helping him grow and thrive!
Lindamood-Bell Parent POV, Student with Autism | Learning Centers
December 10, 2021 00:18 - 17 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode, a mom describes her autistic son's Lindamood-Bell instruction. Her son was able to make remarkable progress; one-to-one sessions were tailored to meet his unique learning needs and goals.
Lindamood-Bell Parent POV: Lindsay, SLP, and Parent of a Dyslexic student | Learning Centers
December 03, 2021 18:46 - 24 minutes - 45.2 MBIn this episode, we're joined by Lindsay, a Speech-Language Pathologist and an enthusiastic public school educator whose son made it clear that he hated school "from the minute he stepped into kindergarten." She describes his journey from a dyslexia diagnosis to getting targeted help at Lindamood-Bell.
Jennifer | Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Parent
November 19, 2021 18:39 - 29 minutes - 54.7 MBA mother of two bright children with dyslexia describes her family's learning journey, their experience at Lindamood-Bell, and the results of instruction. Her son, now in fourth grade, tells us what reading was like for him before and after instruction, and all the ways he is using his new skills. At Lindamood-Bell, we develop the imagery-language foundation for learning and thinking. We believe all individuals can learn to read and comprehend to their potential.
Lindamood-Bell Parent POV: Online Instruction | Learning Centers
November 12, 2021 18:08 - 23 minutes - 43.9 MBIn this episode, a parent of one of our students joins us to describe her family's online instruction experience. Her young son was engaged in one-to-one sessions that were tailored to meet his individual literacy needs. She explains what made the teaching effective—and how it was different from typical virtual learning environments.
Michelle Downs, Elementary Principal, Kentwood Public Schools | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
October 29, 2021 17:11 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this episode, elementary school principal Michelle Downs describes the impact of sensory-cognitive instruction on students. Her district, Kentwood Public Schools, is genuinely global, serving students from over 60 countries who speak more than 70 languages. Years ago, as a special education teacher, Ms. Downs received Lindamood-Bell professional development. The district continues to integrate Seeing Stars and Visualizing and Verbalizing with all tiers of instruction.
Tim W., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Student, Topic: Work Skills
October 22, 2021 17:27 - 21 minutes - 39.4 MBAs a Technical Software Sales Engineer, Tim Waring is responsible for interacting with customers and colleagues about complex issues and solutions. Tim shares why he sought help at Lindamood-Bell. He describes how instruction has affected his literacy and language skills—and bolstered his confidence at work.
Virtual Open House 2021 | Lindamood-Bell Academy
October 15, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MBEnjoy an audio version of our recent Virtual Open House! Lindamood-Bell Academy director, Emily Jayne, describes what makes the school unique and answers frequently asked questions. Topics include in-person, virtual, and hybrid learning: one-to-one or small group classes; personalized curriculum; tuition packages; and how we incorporate Lindamood-Bell instructional expertise.
Effective Comprehension Instruction Through Standards - Leaders in Literacy
August 27, 2021 21:47 - 53 minutes - 99.6 MBIn this presentation, a panel of instructors shares how they apply V/V strategies when teaching English, math, writing, and science for students in elementary, middle, and high school. Applying V/V to the curriculum has had a significant impact on student performance, particularly for struggling students, including those with dyslexia and those receiving special education services. Our guest speakers have utilized V/V for many years, and have received ongoing professional development in the p...
Anthony | Lindamood-Bell Academy Parent
July 23, 2021 17:47 - 16 minutes - 30.7 MBAfter years of stagnation with Special Ed, a family makes the switch to Lindamood-Bell Academy. Within weeks, they witness a "monumental difference" in their son's reading ability and his attitude about school. At Lindamood-Bell Academy, we believe all individuals can learn to read and comprehend to their potential. Our evidence-based approach, engaging instructors, and standards-aligned curriculum help create a school environment like no other. Now Enrolling LindamoodBellAcademy.com