{"podcast":{"title":"Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators","slug":"literacy-in-color-a-science-of-reading-aligned-podcast-for-educators-7060627","podcast_index_feed_id":7060627,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/literacy-in-color/","website_url":"https://www.michelleandthecolorfulclassroom.com/blog/podcast/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/dff5ef9c-8cc9-4481-b275-cbc9dcff0730/TG9HxiN9uK4hCy_iPAqgR-h6.jpg","author":"Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate","episode_count":97,"summary":"Literacy in Color is the go-to podcast for elementary teachers, literacy coaches, and reading interventionists who are passionate about bringing the Science of Reading to life in vibrant, engaging, and effective ways. Hosted by Michelle Sullivan — a seasoned literacy expert & Science of Reading advocate - with over a decade of experience as a reading interventionist & literacy coach — this show is designed to help you captivate your learners, boost reading fluency, and foster a deep understanding of language. Each week, you’ll discover practical tips, proven strategies, and creative ideas to make your literacy instruction colorful and impactful. From phonics and morphology to vocabulary building and comprehension techniques, we’ll explore the full spectrum of evidence-based practices that support all learners on their journey to becoming confident readers. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting out, “Literacy in Color” will empower you with the tools, inspiration, and know-how to make literacy instruction not just effective, but truly unforgettable. Are you ready to teach colorfully? 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Inside Project Read AI: What Educators Need to Know About AI and Structured Literacy with Viv Ramakrishnan","slug":"74-inside-project-read-ai-what-educators-need-to-know-about-ai-and-structured-literacy-with-viv-ramakrishnan","published_at":"2025-12-30T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/literacy-in-color-a-science-of-reading-aligned-podcast-for-educators-7060627/74-inside-project-read-ai-what-educators-need-to-know-about-ai-and-structured-literacy-with-viv-ramakrishnan","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/literacy-in-color-a-science-of-reading-aligned-podcast-for-educators-7060627","url":"https://www.michelleandthecolorfulclassroom.com/podcast/74","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0e78dea-ca92-4d4c-9766-7aab3afeba38.mp3","summary":"Artificial intelligence is everywhere – but what does it actually mean for structured literacy and foundational skills instruction? In this episode, I sit down with Viv Ramakrishnan, co-founder of Project Read AI, to unpack what educators truly need to understand about AI, large language models, and how thoughtfully designed technology can support (not replace) teachers. We explore why tools like ChatGPT struggle with phonics and decoding, how Project Read AI was built differently, and what it looks like when AI is used as a co-teacher grounded in the Science of Reading. Key Takeaways: What AI, generative AI, and large language models (LLMs) actually are – and why these distinctions matter for literacy instruction Why ChatGPT is fundamentally limited when it comes to grapheme-phoneme correspondences and decodable text All about Project Read AI’s features: Decodable Text Generator, UFLI Portal, and AI Tutor Why screen time fears deserve nuance and how to think about “empty calories” vs. “nutrient-dense” instructional technology Whether AI could ever replace teachers What early research is showing about student growth when AI is used intentionally and responsibly Resources: Project Read AI Documentary: Can AI Help Our Kids Read? The Project Read Story Project Read AI - Helpful Links YouTube: ProjectReadAIYT Connect with Viv Ramakrishnan: LinkedIn Twitter/X: @vivramak Instagram: @projectreadai Connect with Michelle: Follow me on Instagram: @michelle_thecolorfulclassroom & @logosliteracyacademy Join our Facebook Community Sign up for my Newsletter Shop on TPT: The Colorful Classroom Visit: www.michelleandthecolorfulclassroom.com Join The COLORFUL Literacy Toolkit Membership Want to Support the Podcast? Make a Donation to Support Production Interested in Learning More a…","meta_description":"Artificial intelligence is everywhere – but what does it actually mean for structured literacy and foundational skills instruction? 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