The Writing Glitch: Hack Dysgraphia No Pencil Required

By: Cheri Dotterer
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  • The Writing Glitch is brought to you by Dotterer Educational Consulting. Our Founder and Owner, Cheri Dotterer, is the host. Build courage, compassion, and collaboration to help students thrive and grow leaders that transcend a lifetime, regardless of dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, using sensory-motor processing and neuroscience-based instructional interventions. No Pencil Required! We interview teachers, therapists, and parents about how they have seen a transformation in children having these disabilities and co-morbid conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They share how they help students grow and prosper. We believe we can grow 110 million leaders together by building skills, applying knowledge, and transcending futures. Join us to hack dysgraphia. No Pencil Required. Each episode contains one intervention to help you support students with writing challenges the next day you are in your classroom. These interventions are explicit, systematic, cumulative, and multisensory. They are designed to support ALL students through targeted, daily visual-perceptual, visual-motor, and memory interventions. These interventions benefit all students and harm none. All students have access to writing regardless of their status in the classroom. The interventions were created to take up to 30 seconds to 2 minutes of your classroom time. Strategic lesson planning increases classroom engagement. All interventions can be adapted for students with physical disabilities because they support the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and well-being of all students. In addition, these interventions impact all subject matter classrooms. Whether you are teaching English language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, music, or art, these interventions will benefit your classroom atmosphere across ALL grade levels. You have put your blood, sweat, and tears into investing in your education and children. Don’t let a misunderstanding about this disability stop you from providing best practices. In case you don’t know me. I’m Cheri Dotterer, 2022 Dysgraphia Expert of the Year. This honor was bestowed on me by Global Health and Pharma Magazine. In 2023, they awarded my company the Best Dysgraphia Professional Development Program. It took challenges at home and on the job to wake me up to the impact dysgraphia has on all students. Struggling my entire life with communication issues, I was mistaken that only students with learning disabilities could have dysgraphia. My thoughts shifted when my gifted daughter asked for help with spelling. My son struggles with handwriting. Then, a parent asked me why her child could read and have trouble writing. Finding answers became the drive that gets me out of bed in the morning. It’s a big shock when you discover how pervasive writing difficulties are and how little people know about how to help–even OTs. I used to think I was the only OT who struggled with understanding dysgraphia. It turns out many have questions. Occupational, physical, and speech therapists are not trained to teach. Teachers are. Occupational, speech, and physical therapists are trained in neuroscience. Teachers are not. Let this podcast be your first line of defense to help your students transcend their learning disabilities. Show your school district how much you genuinely care about all of your students by sharing it with your colleagues. After each episode, I challenge you to share your key takeaway from the podcast in our FREE yet private community. Share your student wins. Get support on the challenges. Join The Writing Glitch Community. https://thewritingglitch.com/ Connect with Cheri at www.cheridotterer.com or info@thewritingglitch.com
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  • Writing Revolution 2.0 Review

    Writing Revolution 2.0 Review
    Feb 20 2025
    As educators, we are always looking for tools that can effectively support our students’ writing development. Enter The Writing Revolution 2.0—a structured, research-based writing curriculum designed to help students master sentence formation, expository writing, and analytical thinking. But does it live up to its promise? In this post, we’ll review the curriculum, explore its benefits and drawbacks, and determine whether it’s the right fit for your classroom.What Is The Writing Revolution 2.0?The Writing Revolution is a method that teaches writing through explicit instruction, scaffolding, and structured literacy techniques. It is widely recognized for its evidence-based approach to improving student writing across all subjects, not just English Language Arts. The newest edition, Writing Revolution 2.0, refines its approach and expands on key instructional strategies.Key Features of The Writing Revolution 2.0Explicit Instruction – Writing is taught systematically, starting from sentences and progressing to paragraphs and essays.Cross-Disciplinary Application – This method can be used in various subjects, from science to social studies.Integrated Grammar Instruction – Instead of isolated grammar lessons, students learn grammar in the context of their writing.Assessment and Progress Monitoring – Built-in formative assessments allow teachers to track student progress.Professional Development – Extensive training and resources are available for teachers to implement the method effectively.Pros and Cons✅ Pros:Research-backed and evidence-basedWorks across multiple grade levelsEffective scaffolding for struggling learnersEncourages structured, clear writing❌ Cons:No creative writing componentRequires teacher training for full implementationSome activities may feel repetitive for advanced studentsBest suited for structured writing rather than exploratory writingWho Should Use This Curriculum?Teachers looking to improve students' structured writing skillsSchool administrators seeking a school-wide writing approachOccupational therapists collaborating with teachers on sentence-building strategiesFinal ThoughtsOverall, The Writing Revolution 2.0 is an excellent tool for educators who want a structured, systematic approach to writing instruction. While it lacks creative writing elements, its explicit focus on sentence and paragraph construction makes it invaluable for developing students' foundational writing skills. If you work in an environment that emphasizes expository writing, this curriculum could be a game-changer.Would you like more curriculum reviews like this? Let me know in the comments!Resources Mentioned📘 The Writing Revolution 2.0 – The updated book outlines the Hochman Method📂 FREE Downloadable Writing Templates & Classroom Resources – Available at thewritingrevolution.org.FREE WEBINARSpecial Offer coming in March. Sign up TODAY! https://3MathInterventions.eventbrite.com**************************************************************************TIME STAMPS00:31 Overview of The Writing Revolution 2.001:00 The Six Core Principles of The Writing Revolution02:15 Breaking down writing concepts into manageable segments03:07 A 5-star curriculum? Key strengths of The Writing Revolution 2.004:26 Sentence-level scaffolding and writing clarity05:00 Assessment, professional development, and accessibility05:47 What’s missing? Why it doesn’t include creative writing06:08 The importance of teacher training for full implementation06:59 How OTs can support writing instruction using this method08:01 Final thoughts and a call for listener feedback****************************************************************************BOOKSHandwriting Brain Body DISconnect Digital Version: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/hwbbd On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Handwriting-Br...*****************************************************************************SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to the Audio version of the podcast here on YouTube or your favorite podcast app.APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-writing-glitch/id1641728130?uo=4SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5rU9kLxjkqJE5GbyCycrHEAMAZON MUSIC/AUDIBLE: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/894b3ab2-3b1c-4a97-af60-b1f2589d271fYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWritingGlitchPodcast*****************************************************************************FREE WEBINARSpecial Offer coming in March. Sign up TODAY! https://3MathInterventions.eventbrite.com*************************************************************************Other ways to connect with Cheri Linked In:
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  • Enhance Thought and Expression with The Writing Revolution 2.0: S3 E24

    Enhance Thought and Expression with The Writing Revolution 2.0: S3 E24
    Feb 13 2025
    🚀 Discover how writing is the key to unlocking deeper thinking skills in students of all abilities! In this episode of The Writing Glitch, Cheri Dotterer welcomes Christine Teahan, Co-Director of Academics at The Writing Revolution. Christine shares how the Hochman Method advances student thinking through structured writing instruction.🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ What is The Writing Revolution? Learn about the Hochman Method and how it transforms student writing across all grade levels and subjects.✅ Why Writing = Thinking – Find out how structured writing helps students process and retain information more effectively.✅ Writing in Math? Yes! Christine shares why structured writing is a game-changer for explaining math reasoning and problem-solving.✅ Bridging the Gap Between Writing and Oral Language – Strategies for helping students, including those with dysgraphia, improve their written expression.✅ Study Skills & Organization – Learn how explicit instruction in note-taking, summarizing, and outlining makes learning more efficient.✅ Tools & Free Resources – Get access to customizable templates, classroom strategies, and professional development courses from The Writing Revolution!**************************************************************************DisabilityLabs.com sponsors this video podcast. We are committed to IMPACT the journey of 200K teachers (3M students) by 2030 so they can reignite their passion for teaching.*****************************************************************************Resources Mentioned📘 The Writing Revolution 2.0 – The updated book outlines the Hochman Method.📂 FREE Downloadable Writing Templates & Classroom Resources – Available at thewritingrevolution.org.🖥️ Otter.ai – A speech-to-text tool for students struggling with writing.🎓 Courses & Webinars from The Writing Revolution – Learn how to apply structured writing strategies in your classroom.📝 The Pizza Problem eBook – A fun, engaging way to introduce math concepts through writing!🚀 New Spanish-Language Templates & Resources – Available for bilingual classrooms!**************************************************************************TIME STAMPS1:56 Christine’s background and journey into structured writing instruction4:29 What is the Hochman Method? A breakdown of the key principles6:26 The difference between handwriting instruction and structured writing7:46 How The Writing Revolution bridges the gap between handwriting and advanced writing9:50 Oral language as a precursor to written language10:21 Writing instruction in math: How structured writing helps students justify answers12:46 The connection between number sense and writing in math15:01 Study skills: The importance of note-taking, summarizing, and outlining18:46 The role of oral language in writing development21:27 Technology and writing: How assistive tools can support students with dysgraphia24:24 Free and paid resources from The Writing Revolution25:04 How parents and occupational therapists can apply structured writing strategies27:30 Strategies for students who struggle with both oral and written expression29:37 How to access The Writing Revolution book and online courses****************************************************************************BOOKSHandwriting Brain Body DISconnect Digital Version: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/hwbbd On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Handwriting-Br...*****************************************************************************SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to the Audio version of the podcast here on YouTube or your favorite podcast app.APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-writing-glitch/id1641728130?uo=4SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5rU9kLxjkqJE5GbyCycrHEAMAZON MUSIC/AUDIBLE: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/894b3ab2-3b1c-4a97-af60-b1f2589d271fYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWritingGlitchPodcast*****************************************************************************MISSIONDotterer Educational Consulting, a Therapy Services, LLC company: To provide professional development to improve writing skills through efficient lesson planning for regular education classrooms.************************************************************************WORK WITH US:Special Offer coming in January. Sign up TODAY! https://3MathInterventions.eventbrite.com*************************************************************************Other ways to connect with Cheri Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheridott...FB:
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  • Discover How to Choose the Right Literacy Programs: S3 E23

    Discover How to Choose the Right Literacy Programs: S3 E23
    Feb 6 2025
    🚀 Are you overwhelmed by the sheer number of literacy programs on the market? Wondering which ones actually work? 🚀You’re not alone. With hundreds of educational tools promising to boost student literacy, how do you separate marketing hype from real research-backed solutions?Meet Our Expert Guest: Dr. Rachel SchechterDr. Rachel Schechter is the founder of LXD Research, a literacy researcher, and former Director of Research at Lexia Learning and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. With over two decades of experience studying what works in literacy education, she has evaluated over two dozen literacy programs and products to ensure they deliver real classroom results.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ What “evidence-based” really means—and why it’s different from “research-based”✅ The biggest mistakes schools make when selecting literacy programs✅ How to verify if an educational product is truly backed by research✅ Why characters & storytelling play a vital role in student engagement✅ Where to find trusted resources like What Works Clearinghouse & Evidence for ESSA**************************************************************************DisabilityLabs.com sponsors this video podcast. We are committed to IMPACT the journey of 200K teachers (3M students) by 2030 so they can reignite their passion for teaching.*****************************************************************************Resources MentionedLXD Research – Dr. Rachel Schechter’s company focused on literacy research and product evaluation. (Website: LXDResearch.com)What Works Clearinghouse – A government resource for evaluating educational programs. (Website: whatworks.ed.gov)Evidence for ESSA – A research review site run by Johns Hopkins University. (Website: evidenceforessa.org)Reading Rockets – Parent- and teacher-friendly literacy resource by PBS. (Website: readingrockets.org)Digital Promise – An organization that certifies research-based educational products. (Website: digitalpromise.org)The Reading League – A nonprofit focused on literacy education and the science of reading. (Website: thereadingleague.org)ERIC (Education Resources Information Center) – A government database of education research. (Website: eric.ed.gov)Google Scholar & ResearchGate – Free databases for finding research studies.ISTE EdTech Evaluations – A database for educational technology reviews. (Website: iste.org)**************************************************************************TIME STAMPS01:43 Dr. Rachel Schechter’s background in child development and literacy research02:20 The impact of Dora the Explorer on children’s learning05:54 Do characters in educational content enhance learning?07:47 How puppets and interactive elements help students engage11:14 What makes a literacy resource truly evidence-based?14:31 The difference between research-based and evidence-based programs17:09 Trusted resources for evaluating literacy programs 23:38 Understanding state reading laws and their impact on curriculum choices29:56 What Works Clearinghouse vs. Evidence for ESSA: How to evaluate research credibility35:52 Final thoughts and how to connect with Dr. Schechter****************************************************************************BOOKSHandwriting Brain Body DISconnect Digital Version: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/hwbbd On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Handwriting-Br...*****************************************************************************SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to the Audio version of the podcast here on YouTube or your favorite podcast app.APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-writing-glitch/id1641728130?uo=4SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5rU9kLxjkqJE5GbyCycrHEAMAZON MUSIC/AUDIBLE: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/894b3ab2-3b1c-4a97-af60-b1f2589d271fYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWritingGlitchPodcast*****************************************************************************MISSIONDotterer Educational Consulting, a Therapy Services, LLC company: To provide professional development to improve writing skills through efficient lesson planning for regular education classrooms.************************************************************************WORK WITH US:Special Offer coming in January. Sign up TODAY! https://3MathInterventions.eventbrite.com*************************************************************************Other ways to connect with Cheri Linked In:
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amazing.

loved it, listened to the techniques and everything makes so much sence thank you

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