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Bridging the Science of Reading & the Science of Learning
Bridging the Science of Reading & the Science of Learning
The Literacy Learning Lab is a professional hub designed for educators who are ready to move beyond 'what' the research says and into 'how' it actually works for students. True instructional expertise happens when the Science of Reading meets the Science of Learning—aligning the mechanics of literacy with how the human brain actually processes and retains information.
Each section of this lab is built to help you master a specific pillar of literacy. From foundational phonics to complex language comprehension, you will find a clear breakdown of the evidence, alongside practical 'Look Fors' and 'Red Flags.' Our goal is to replace guesswork with precision, giving you the tools to see exactly what effective instruction should—and should not—look like in your classroom every single day.
The Frameworks
The Reading Brain
The Simple View of Reading
Scarborough's Rope
The Four Part Processor
Ehri's Phases
Chall's Stages
Beyond the 30 Million Word Gap
The Instructional Tools
Structured Literacy
Oral Language Development
Phonological & Phonemic Awareness
Alphabetic Principle
Beginning & Advanced Phonics Instruction
Multisyllable Phonics Instruction
Spelling
Morphology
Fluency
Vocabulary Instruction
Comprehension Instruction
The Learning Science
Dehaene's Four Pillars of Learning
Cognitive Load Theory
Rosenshine's Principle of Instruction
Types of Practice
Gradual Release of Responsibility
Scaffolding for Learning
Corrective Feedback
The Data Room
Assessment
Data Analysis
Error Pattern Analysis
Reading Differences
Tiers of Instruction
Effective Literacy Intervention
Dr. Jennifer Delano-Gemzik is a dedicated literacy leader, researcher, and Professional Learning Consultant with over two decades of experience bridging the gap between cognitive research and classroom instruction. Holding a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from East Carolina University, her work focuses on the implementation of evidence-based literacy instruction grounded in the Science of Reading and the Science of Learning. Currently a consultant for 95 Percent Group and an Adjunct Professor, Jennifer has worked as a National LETRS Facilitator and a North Carolina state-certified trainer for Reading Research to Classroom Practice and Dyslexia Delegate. She specializes in translating complex theoretical models into actionable steps that empower practitioners to maximize student outcomes.
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