Telling The Story
For centuries, Black people have preserved history, culture, and wisdom through rich oral traditions—stories, folktales, and spoken word passed down through generations. Today, this powerful legacy continues to thrive in the digital age, with podcasting serving as a new platform for Black voices to inform, entertain, and inspire.
If you want to experience this connection firsthand, listen to some of the podcasts Dr. Rogers has been featured on, where topics of language, literacy, linguistic justice and the cultural threads that tie us all together are explored.
Leading Literacy
On this episode of Leading Literacy, we can’t wait for you to get to know Dr. Jasmine Rogers. Dr. Rogers is from the Washington D.C. area where she is professor at American University and supports teachers at the D.C. Reading Clinic. If that’s not enough, she also co-authored the NAACP Discussion Guide for “The Right to Read” documentary. Learn how Dr. Rogers is committed to sharing her knowledge about Black language and how she “can’t stop, won’t stop.” Enjoy!
October 2024
Amplify: Science of Reading The Podcast
Returning guest and recent doctoral degree recipient Jasmine Rogers, Ed.D., rejoins the podcast to discuss findings from her research on Black language and teacher perceptions of Black language. Rogers shares strategies for how educators can better serve students by allowing them to be more themselves in the classroom. She also shares some specific teacher approaches she’s observed that listeners can apply in their own classrooms. Lastly, Rogers inspires listeners with emotional stories—including her own—about educators learning and growing, and posits that starting with introspection can often have the greatest impact on the classroom.
December 2023
Amplify: Science of Reading The Podcast
While working with students, one educator came to a realization that put her on a path to fascinating research in the Science of Reading. In this episode, Jasmine Rogers—manager and coach with the In Schools program at the DC Reading Clinic and an early literacy intervention lead at American University—shares her story and delves into her research on dialects and best practices for structured literacy instruction. She discusses Black language and how it connects with the language comprehension strand of Scarborough’s Reading Rope. Jasmine also offers recommendations for classroom teachers who have bidialectal students.
Feb 2023
ALL MEANS ALL PODCAST
This episode delves into an insightful conversation with Dr. Phelton C. Moss and Dr. Jasmine Rogers from the DC Reading Clinic. Join us as we explore why Ebonics/Black Language deserves a central place in the education of Black children and their journey to becoming proficient readers. In this thought-provoking episode, our esteemed guests shed light on the historical roots of Ebonics, also known as African American English (AAE). Delving into its evolution and significance, we gain a deeper understanding of the cultural context in which this unique linguistic system emerged. Our engaging discussion explores the implications of incorporating Ebonics into structured literacy approaches. Dr. Moss and Dr. Rogers passionately present the case for leveraging Ebonics as a valuable resource in teaching literacy to Black children. By acknowledging the importance of their home language, we explore how this approach can foster meaningful connections between students and their learning materials. This episode also analyzes the policy implications of centering Ebonics in literacy education for Black children. As we strive for inclusivity and cultural responsiveness in our classrooms, we weigh the potential benefits and challenges of integrating Ebonics into the curriculum. This multifaceted conversation challenges us to find a balanced approach that honors cultural identities while empowering students to navigate diverse linguistic environments. This eye-opening episode will provide fresh perspectives and insights on the role of Ebonics in shaping the educational experiences of Black children and the broader implications for promoting equitable and effective literacy instruction.
Summer 2023
