VITA
Susan Davis Lenski
921 NW 115th Circle
Vancouver, WA98685
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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Northern IllinoisUniversity 1992Ed. D. Reading
DeKalb, IL
Northern IllinoisUniversity 1978M.S. Ed. Early
DeKalb, IL Childhood Education
TrinityCollege 1973Elementary Education
Deerfield, IL
TEACHING CREDENTIALS
Illinois Elementary K-9 Teaching
Illinois Administrative K-12 (Type 75)
IllinoisHigh School 6-12 Teaching -- English
Illinois Special K-12 -- Reading (Type 10)
Illinois Gifted Verification
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Professor, PortlandStateUniversity, Portland, Oregon, 2004-present.
Professor, IllinoisStateUniversity, Normal, IL, 2003-2004.
Associate Professor, IllinoisStateUniversity, Normal, IL, 1998-present.
Assistant Professor, IllinoisStateUniversity, Normal, IL, 1993-1998.
Reading Specialist (K-5), QueenBeeElementary School, School District #16, Glendale Hts., IL, 1990-1993.
Adjunct Faculty, (Undergraduate and graduate, part-time), NorthernIllinoisUniversity, DeKalb, IL, 1991-1993.
Reading and English teacher (Grades 6,7,8), Cary Junior High School, School District #26, Cary, IL 1981-1990.
English teacher (High school drop-outs), Young Adult Educational Program, School District #214, Arlington Hts., IL, 1981-1988.
Reading, English, and Math teacher (Grades 7,8,9), TASIS England, Thorpe, Surrey, England, Summers, 1983 and 1985.
Classroom teacher (Grades 2,3,4) BriargateElementary School, School District #26, Cary, IL, 1973-1981.
PUBLICATIONS
Books
Lenski, S.D., Wham, M.A., Johns, J.L, & Caskey, M.M. (2011). Reading & learning strategies: Middle
grades through high school (4th ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., Lenski, S.D., & Berglund, R. (2011). Essential comprehension strategies for the
intermediategrades. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S., & Verbruggen, F. (2010) Writing instruction and assessment for English language learners, K-
8. New York: Guilford Press.
Johns, J. L., & Lenski, S. D. (2010). Improving reading: Interventions, strategies and resources (5th ed.).
Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S., & Lewis, J. (Eds.) (2008). Reading success for struggling adolescent learners. New York:
Guilford.
Lanier, E., & Lenski, S. (2008).Developing an independent reading program Grades 4-12. Norwood,
MA: Christopher-Gordon.
Lenski, S.D., Wham, M.A., Johns, J.L, & Caskey, M.M. (2007). Reading & learning strategies: Middle
grades through high school (3rd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., Lenski, S.D., & Berglund, R.L. (2006). Comprehension and vocabulary strategies for the
elementary grades (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Elish-Piper, L., Johns, J.L., & Lenski, S.D. (2006). Teaching reading Pre-K-3. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S.D., Grisham, D.L, & Wold, L. (Eds.) (2006). Literacy teacher preparation: Ten truths teacher
educators need to know. Newark, DE: International Reading Association.
Johns, J. L., & Lenski, S. D. (2005). Improving reading: Strategies and resources (4th ed.). Dubuque,
IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S.D., & Black, W.L. (Ed.) (2004). Transforming teacher education through partnerships.
Lewiston, NY: Mellen.
Lenski, S.D., & Ehlers-Zavala, F. (2004). Reading strategies for Spanish speakers. Dubuque, IA:
Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S. D., & Nierstheimer, S. (2004). Becoming a teacher of reading: Adevelopmental approach.
Columbus, OH: Merrill Prentice-Hall.
Lenski, S.D., & Johns, J.L. (2004). Improving writing: Strategies, assessments, resources (2nd ed.).
Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., Lenski, S.D., & Berglund, R.L. (2003). Comprehension and vocabulary strategies for the
primary grades. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S.D., Wham, M.A., & Johns, J.L. (2003). Reading & learning strategies: Middle grades through
high school (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., Lenski, S.D., & Elish-Piper, L. (2002). Teaching beginning readers: Linking assessment and
instruction (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J. L., & Lenski, S. D. (2001). Improving reading: Strategies and resources (3rd ed.). Dubuque,
IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S.D., & Johns, J.L. (2000). Improving writing: Resources, strategies, &assessments. Dubuque, IA:
Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S.D., Wham, M.A., & Johns, J.L. (1999). Reading & learning strategiesfor middle & high school
students. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., Lenski, S.D., & Elish-Piper, L. (1999). Early literacy assessments andteachingstrategies.
Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., & Lenski, S.D. (1997). Improving reading: A handbook of strategies (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S.D. (Ed.). (1997). A closer look: Writings by teachers. Normal, IL: Illinois Reading Council.
Lenski, S.D. (Ed.). (1997). Kaleidoscope: Writings by students. Normal, IL: Illinois Reading Council.
Johns, J.L., VanLeirsburg, P., & Davis, S.J. (1994). Improving reading: Ahandbook of strategies. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Johns, J.L., Davis, S.J., Barnhart, J.E., Moss, J.H., & Wheat, T.E. (1992). Celebrating literacy: The joy of reading and writing. Bloomington, IN: ERIC TRIED Series.
Davis, S.J., & Johns, J.L. (1990). Language arts for gifted middle school students.Bloomington, IN: ERIC TRIED Series.
Book Chapters
Lenski, S.D., & Verbruggen, F., (2011). Using interest charts to generate topics for writing. In J.
Richards & C. Lassonde (Eds.), Writing strategies for all primary students.
Lenski, S.D. (2008.) Using picture books to explore cultural messages. In C.S. Rhodes, L.B. Wolf, & J.
Darvin (Eds.), From contemplation to action: Promoting social justice through children’s literature (pp. 109-123). East Rockaway, NY: Cummings & Hathaway Publishers.
Lenski, S.D., Mack, C.L, & Brown, J.E. (2008.) Critical elements for literacy instruction of teacher
candidates in urban settings. In L.C. Wilkinson, L.L. Morrow, & V. Chou (Eds.), Improving literacy achievement in urban schools: Critical elements in teacher preparation (pp. 61-80). Newark, DE: International Reading Association.
Lenski, S.D. (2008). Struggling adolescent readers: Problems and possibilities. In S. Lenski & J.
Lewis (Eds.), Reading success for struggling adolescent learners (pp. 37-57). New York: Guilford.
Lenski, S.D., & Lanier, E. (2008). Making time for independent reading. In S. Lenski & J. Lewis (Eds.),
Reading success for struggling adolescent learners (pp. 133-152). New York: Guilford.
Lenski, S.D. (2008). Teaching from a critical literacy perspective and encouraging social action. In S. Lenski & J. Lewis (Eds.), Reading success for struggling adolescent learners (pp. 227-245). New York: Guilford.
Lenski, S.D. (2008).The future of teacher research. In C.A. Lassonde & S.E. Israel (Eds.), Teachers takingaction: A comprehensive guide to teacher research (pp. 177-189). Newark, DE: International Reading Association.
Daniel, M., Lenski, S.D., Crawford, K., Crumpler, T., & Stallworth, C. (2004). Using ethnographic practice
to become culturally responsive first-year teachers. In S. D. Lenski & W.L. Black (Ed.), Transforming teacher education through partnerships (pp. 420-432). Lewiston, NY: Mellen. National Publications.
National Peer-Reviewed Publications
Lenski, S.D., Ganske, K. and others. (out for review). What are elementary literacy teacher preparation programs
teaching? Course content of nine teacher preparation programs.
Wolsey, T.D., Lenski, S.D., and others. (out for review).The impact of teacher preparation programs on the
literacy practices of teacher candidates.
Lenski, S.D., & Thieman, G. (in press). What work samples reveal about preservice social studies
teachers’ use of literacy strategies.Teacher Education Quarterly.
Lenski, S.D. (2011). What RTI means for content-area teachers. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy,
55(4), 276-282. (Invited and reviewed commentary)
Lewis, R., Lenski, S.D., Mukhopadhyay, S., Cartwright, C.T. (2010). Mindful wonderment: Using focus
groups to frame social justice.Journal for Social Action in Counseling and Psychology, 2(2), 82-105.
Lenski, S.D., & Casky, M. (2009).The Lesson Study approach: Planning for student learning.Middle
School Journal, 40(3), 50-57.
Wold, L.S., Grisham, D.L., Farnan, N., & Lenski, S.D. (2008). Examining the research on critical issues in
literacy teacher education. Journal of Reading Education, 33(2), 11-20.
Lenski, S.D. (2007). Reflections on being biliterate: Lessons from paraprofessionals. Action in Teacher
Education, 28(4), 104-113.
Lenski, S.D., Ehlers-Zavala, F., Daniel, M., & Sun-Irminger, X. (2006). Assessing English Language
Learners (ELLs) in mainstream classrooms. The Reading Teacher, 60(1), 24-34.
Lenski, S.D., Crawford, K.M., Crumpler, T.P., & Stallworth, C. (2005). Preparing preservice teachers in
a diverse world. Action in Teacher Education, 27(3),3-12.
Lenski, S.D., Crumpler, T.P., Stallworth, C., & Crawford, K.M. (2005). Beyond awareness: Preparing
culturally responsive preservice teachers. Teacher Education Quarterly, 32(2), 85-100.
Toll, C., Kolloff, P., Lenski, S. D., & Nierstheimer, S. (2004). Washing our students clean: Internal
conflicts in response to preservice teachers’ beliefs and practices about literacy learning. Journal of Teacher Education, 55, 164-176.
Stallworth, C., Crawford, K., Crumpler, T., & Lenski, S.D. (2003). Now I see: Understanding culturally
diverse perspectives. In J.R. Dangel & E.M. Guyton (Ed.), Research on preparing teachers who can meet the needs of all students (pp. 31-44). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt.
Lenski, S. D., & Nierstheimer, S.L. (2002). Strategic instruction from a sociocultural perspective. Reading
Psychology, 23, 127-143.
Lenski, S.D. (2001). Brain surfing: A strategy for making cross-curricular connections. Reading Horizons,
42, 21-37.
Lenski, S.D. (2001). Netsearch strategies of experienced researchers. In W.M. Linek, E.G. Sturtevant, J.R.
Dugan, & P.E. Linder (Eds.), Celebrating thevoices of literacy: College Reading Association Yearbook (pp. 179-192). Commerce, TX: College Reading Association.
Lenski, S. D. (2001). Intertextual connections during discussions about literature. Reading Psychology, 22,
313-335.
Lenski, S. D., Grisham, D., Brink, B., Jampole, E., Cohen, S., Mahurt, S., Zeek, C., & Richards, J. (2001).
Researching the relationship between school-university partnerships and students’ literacy learning. Journal of Reading Education, 26, 23-28.
Wham, M. A., Cook, G., & Lenski, S.D. (2001). A comparison of teachers whose literacy orientations
reflect constructivist or traditional principles. Journal of ReadingEducation, 26, 1-8.
Lenski, S.D. (1999). The Directed Reading Connected Activity (DR-CA): A strategy to promote
connections across texts. Journal of Reading Education, 24, 9-12.
Grisham, D.L., Bergeron, B., Brink, B., Farnan, N., Lenski, S.D., & Meyerson, M. (1999). Connecting
communities of practice through ProfessionalDevelopmentSchool activities. Journal of Teacher Education, 50, 182-191.
Lenski, S.D., & Pardieck, S. (1998). Improving preservice teachers’ attitudes toward writing. In J.R. Dugan, P.E. Linder, W.M. Linek, & E.G. Sturtevant (Eds.), Advancing the world of literacy: Moving into the 21st century (pp. 269-281.) Commerce, TX: College Reading Association.
Lenski, S.D. (1998). Mentoring teachers in a ProfessionalDevelopmentSchool learn from student interns. In E.G. Sturtevant , J.R. Dugan, P.E. Linder, & W.M. Linek (Eds.), Literacy and community (pp. 177-187). Commerce, TX: College Reading Association.
Lenski, S.D. (1998). Intertextual intentions: Making connections across texts. The Clearing House, 72, 74-80.
Lenski, S.D., Wham, M.A., & Griffey, D.C. (1998). Literacy orientation survey: A survey to clarify teachers’ beliefs and practices. Reading Research and Instruction, 37, 217-236.
Lenski, S.D., & Johns, J.L. (1998). Strategic knowledge when writing from sources. Reading Psychology, 19, 287-315.
Nourie, B.L., & Lenski, S.D. (1998). The (in)effectiveness of content area literacy instruction for secondary preservice teachers. The Clearing House, 71, 372-374.
Lenski, S.D., & Johns, J.L. (1997). Patterns of reading-to-write. Reading Researchand Instruction,37, 15-38.
Lenski, S.D., Riss, M., & Flickinger, G. (1996). Honoring student self-evaluation in the classroom community. Primary Voices, 4, 24-32.
Lenski, S.D., Wham, M., Layne, S., & Layne, D. (1996). Informal assessment at the middle school level. Middle School Journal,27, 41-45.
Nourie, B., Curtis, D., & Lenski, S.D. (1995). Characteristics of middle school reading programs. Journal of Reading Education, 22, 46-56.
Davis, S.J. (1994). The research process of middle school students. Reading Improvement, 31, 224-242.
Davis, S.J., & Wham, M.A. (1994). Composing from self-selected sources. In E. Sturtevant & W. Linek (Eds.), Pathways for literacy (pp. 225-236). Commerce, TX: College Reading Association.
Davis, S.J. (1994). Make reading rewarding, not rewarded. Education Digest, 60, 63-65.
Wham, M.A., & Davis, S.J. (1994). Dialogue journals as a vehicle for preservice teachers to experience the writing process. Reading Horizons, 35, 62-70.
Davis, S.J. (1994). QueenBeeElementary School reading/language arts program: Reading as its own reward. Reading Teacher, 47, 474-476.
Davis, S.J. (1994). Give them a reason to read. Principal,73, 37-38.
Davis, S.J. (1994). Teaching practices that encourage or eliminate plagiarism. MiddleSchool Journal,25, 55-58.
Davis, S.J., & Diaz, S. (1994). Identifying and educating low-literate adults. Reading Horizons, 34, 316-323.
Davis, S.J., & Gerber, R. (1994). Content area strategies in secondary mathematics classrooms. Journal of Reading,38, 55-57.
Johns, J. L., & Davis, S.J. (1993). Teachers' beliefs about test-wiseness principles. Journal of Reading Education, 19, 17-25.
Johns, J.L., & Davis, S.J. (1991). Perceptions of preservice and inservice teachers regarding test-taking procedures and test-wiseness programs. In T. V. Rasinski, N. Padak, & J. Logan (Eds.), Reading is knowledge (pp. 121-128). Pittsburgh, KS: College Reading Association.
Davis, S.J., & Hunter, J. (1990). Historical novels: A context for student research. Journal of Reading, 33, 602-607.
Davis, S.J. (1990). Breaking the cycle of failure through the thematic experience approach. Journal of Reading, 33, 178-181.
Davis, S.J. (1990). Synonym rally: A vocabulary concept game. Journal of Reading, 33, 380.
Davis, S.J. (1990). The dog ate my homework. Middle School Journal, 21, 43.
Davis, S.J. (1990). Applying content study skills in co-listed reading classrooms. Journal of Reading, 33, 277-281.
Davis, S.J., & Johns, J.L. (1989). Students as authors: Helping gifted students get published. Gifted Child Today, 41, 20-22.
Davis, S.J., & Winek, J. (1989). Improving expository writing by increasing background knowledge. Journal of Reading, 33, 178-181.
Davis, S.J. (1989). Non-fiction book scan. Journal of Reading, 33, 222.
Davis, S.J. (1989). Evening classes for at-risk kids cost only a little, but they help a lot. The American School Board Journal, 176, 33.
Davis, S.J. (1989). Using multiple criteria to place middle school students. Journal ofReading, 32, 720-728.
State Publications
Lenski, S.D., Houshmand, R., Pearson, R., & Teague, A. (2007). Multi-genre text sets: Combining
nonfiction and literature. Oregon English Journal, 19(1), 19-24.
Daniel, M., & Lenski, S. (2007). The importance of critical literacy for English language learners. Illinois
ReadingCouncil Journal, 35(2), 32-36.
Lenski, S.D., Bellrose, B., Calvert, T., Filarski, G., Theleritis, J., & White, J. (2006). Poetic reflections
on overcoming barriers to implementing writing workshop. Illinois Reading Council Journal.
Lenski, S.D., Daniel, M., Ehlers-Zavala, F., & Alvayero, M. (2004). Assessing struggling English-language
learners. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 32(4), 21-30.
Davis (Lenski), S. J., & Jepson, D. (2000). Beyond response to literature: Literary criticism in the middle school. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 27, 81-85. (Reprint)
Lenski, S.D. (1998). Schools that succeed on the IGAP reading test. Illinois Reading CouncilJournal, 26, 42-59.
Lenski, S.D., Marciniec, P.V., & and Johns, J.L. (1998). Study smart -- Test terrific. Normal, IL: Illinois Reading Council.
Wham, M.A., & Lenski, S.D. (1996). Sharing the journey: Seven strategies for responding to literature.WisconsinState Reading Association Journal, 40, 29-34.
Marciniec, P., & Lenski, S.D. (1995/96). The home-school connection: Levels of parent involvement. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 23, 34a-34d.
Lenski, S.D., & Wham, M.A. (1995). Instructional change through self-reflection. IllinoisReading Council Journal,23, 17-27.
Lenski, S.D., & Nourie, B.L. (1994). Secondary school reading. Illinois Reading CouncilJournal, 22, 44a-44d.
Davis, S.J. (1994). Profile of an exemplary reading program. Illinois ReadingCouncil Journal, 22, 51-57.
Davis, S.J. (1992). Right in the middle: Parents as study consultants. Illinois ReadingCouncil Journal, 20, 28-30.
Davis, S.J., & Winek, J. (1991). Right in the middle: The assessment question.IllinoisReading Council Journal, 19, 22-24.
Davis, S.J., & Jepson, D.C. (1991). Beyond responding to literature: Literary criticism in the middle school. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 19, 25-32.
Davis, S.J., & Cantalupo, D. (1991). Ability grouping: Where do we go from here? Illinois Reading Council Journal, 19, 24a-24d.
Davis, S.J. (1991). The necessary role of reading educators in the literacy effort. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 19, 15-19.
Davis, S.J., & Johns, J.L. (1991). Identifying and challenging gifted readers. Illinois Reading Council Journal,19, 34a-34d.
Davis, S.J., & Hunter, J. (1991). Connections: Creative reading and historical research for gifted middle school students. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 19, 7-12.
Johns, J.L., & Davis, S.J. (1990). Reading interests of middle school students. Ohio Reading Teacher, 24, 47-49.
Johns, J.L., & Davis, S.J. (1990). Helping students take tests. Illinois ReadingCouncil Journal,18, 24a-24d.
Davis, S.J. (1990). Parents as study consultants -- A workshop for parents. Normal, IL: Illinois Reading Council.
Reviews
Davis, S.J. (1991). Open to question: The art of teaching and learning by inquiry. Journal of Reading, 35, 78.
Johns, J.L., & Davis, S.J. (1987). Reading miscue inventory system disk. ReadingPsychology, 8, 236-241.
Encyclopedia Entry
Lenski, S.D. (2003). Story grammar. In B.J. Guzzetti (Ed). Literacy in America: An encyclopedia of history, theory, and practice (pp. 619-622). Santa Barbara, CA: ABC-CLIO.
Policy White Paper
Lewis, J., Lenski, S.D., and others. (2009). The importance of higher education in the literacy preparation
of urban students. To be presented to Congress, 2010.
Editorials
Lenski, S.D., Black, W., Crawford, K., Crumpler, T., Nierstheimer, S.L., & Smith, B. (2001). Changing
times, conflicting reforms: Where does reading education fit it? Journal of Reading Education, 27, 5-7.
Lenski, S.D., Black, W., Crawford, K., Crumpler, T., Nierstheimer, S.L., & Smith, B. (2001). Business as usual? Journal of Reading Education, 27, 8.
Nierstheimer, S.L., Black, W., Crawford, K., Crumpler, T.Pl, Lenski, S.D., & Smith, B.
(2002). More-than-mentoring preservice teachers. Journal of Reading Education, 27, 5-7.
Commentaries
Lenski, S. D. (2000). Commentary: Pushing too far. In J.C. Richards & J. P. Gipe, Elementary literacy lessons: Cases and commentaries from the field (p. 22). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.
Lenski, S. D. (2000). Commentary: One, two, three, all eyes on me. In J.C. Richards & J. P. Gipe, Elementary literacy lessons: Cases and commentaries from the field (pp. 45-46). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.
Lenski, S. D. (2000). Commentary: Active listening In J.C. Richards & J. P. Gipe, Elementary literacy lessons: Cases and commentaries from the field (p. 62). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.
Monographs
Lenski, S.D. (1998). Using student interns to implement flexible groups in primaryclassrooms. Monograph prepared for WheelingConsolidatedSchool District #21.
Lenski, S.D. (1998). Schools that succeed on the IGAP reading test. Monograph prepared for the Illinois Reading Council.
Research Reports
Davis, S.J. (1991). Three reading groups: An American educational tradition. Literacy Research Report #8. DeKalb, IL: Northern IllinoisUniversity.
Johns, J.L., & Davis, S.J. (1991). Perceptions of preservice and inservice teachers regarding test-taking procedures and test-wiseness programs. Literacy Research Report #4. DeKalb, IL: Northern IllinoisUniversity.
ERIC Publications and Documents
Davis, S.J., & Johns, J.L. (1990). Strengthening test-taking and study strategies in reading, ERIC FAST Bib No. 48.
Johns, J.L., & Davis, S.J. (1990). Using literature in middle schools. ERIC Digest.
Rasnak, M., Auer, C., Davis, S., DeBates, M., McDougall, R., Seri, T., & Stahl, N. (1990). Comparative reading: An annotated bibliography. DeKalb, IL: Northern IllinoisUniversity. (ERIC Document Reproduction Service ED 307-586).
Brochure
IllinoisColleges and Universities: Leaders in Reading Preparation. Normal, IL: IllinoisStateUniversity.
Dissertation
Davis, S.J. (1992). The research process of middle school students. Unpublished doctoral dissertation. DeKalb, IL: Northern IllinoisUniversity.
PRESENTATIONS
National Presentations
Lenski, S.D. and others. (2012, April). The effect of teacher education programs on the instructional
practices of preservice teachers. Presentation at the International Reading Association Conference, Chicago, IL.
Thieman, G., Lenski, S. (2012, April). Preparing pre-service teachers to effectively integrate literacy
instruction in secondary social studies. Paper accepted for presentation at American Educational Research Association Conference, Division K. Vancouver, B.C. Canada.
Thieman, G., Lenski, S. (2011, December). What work samples reveal about secondary pre-service
social studies teachers’ use of literary strategies in student teaching. Paper accepted for presentation at National Council for the Social Studies Conference, College and University Faculty Assembly, Washington, D.C.
Lenski, S., Thieman, G. (2011, December). What work samples reveal about secondary pre-service
social studies teachers’ use of literary strategies in student teaching. Paper accepted for presentation at the Literacy Research Association Conference, Jacksonville, FL.
Lenski, S.D. (and others). (2011). Expanding the investigation: Exploring the impact of teacher
preparation programs on the instructional practices of teacher candidates. Paper accepted for presentation at the Literacy Research Association Conference, Jacksonville, FL.
Scales, R., Lenski, S.D. (and others). (2011, November). Signature aspects of literacy teacher education programs: A national study. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers, Richmond, VA.
Lenski, S.D. (and others). (2010, Dec.). The impact of teacher education programs on the instructional
practices of novice teachers. Literacy Research Association Conference, Dallas, TX.
Lenski, S.D., & Caskey, M. (2010, April). Collaborative planning using Lesson Study: A professional
development tool for literacy coaches. International Reading Association, Chicago, IL.
Lenski, S.D. (2009, December). Promising practices in reading teacher education: What are researchers
of reading teacher pedagogy doing in their teaching? Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Reading Conference, Albuquerque, NM.
Lenski, S.D. (2009, December). Essential nature of planning for instruction in the content area.
Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Reading Conference, Albuquerque, NM.
Lenski, S.D. (2008, December). Planning for literacy: Disciplinary differences.Presentation at the annual
meeting of the National Reading Conference, Orlando, FL.
Lenski, S.D. (2008, December). Incorporation literacy instruction using the Lesson Study approach.
Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Reading Conference, Orlando, FL.
Lenski, S.D., & Caskey, M. (2008, May). Engaging middle level teachers in literacy through Lesson Study.
Presentation at the annual meeting of the International Reading Association, Atlanta, GA.
Lenski, S.D. (2008, May). Vocabulary strategies for schoolwide success. Presentation at the annual
meeting of the International Reading Association, Atlanta, GA.
Lenski, S.D., & Lanier, E. (2008, May). Developing a schoolwide independent reading program.