8.3 Affirming Practices with Dr. Jasmine Rogers

Update: 2025-10-31

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This month, Shannon and Mary chat with Dr. Jasmine Rogers, a reading specialist and college educator, about her dual roles in literacy. Dr. Rogers discusses her research on African American English (AAE) and structured literacy, emphasizing the importance of affirming behaviors in promoting student motivation and effective communication. Drawing on personal experiences and professional expertise, she emphasizes the importance of affirming diverse dialects, including Black English, and fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. The episode also covers translanguaging and strategies for teachers to support multilingual students, highlighting the significance of creating a positive, inclusive, and affirming classroom environment. Tune in to learn more about effective teaching practices, the science of reading, and how teachers can better support students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

0:00 Welcome to the Reading Teacher Lounge

01:09 Introducing Dr. Jasmine Rogers

02:37 Understanding Black Language in Education

04:34 Research on Affirming Student Language

07:32 The Importance of Cultural Awareness in Teaching

13:55 Personal Experiences and Reflections

15:48 Journey into Structured Literacy

17:37 Merging Identity with Teaching Practices

22:14 Reflecting on Teaching Practices

23:03 The Power of Translanguaging

24:57 Effective Communication Techniques

26:55 Building Positive Classroom Environments

30:04 Supporting Teachers and Students