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Marie Havran

Marie Putnam Havran, EdD, is an elementary literacy specialist in Greenville, South Carolina, and an adjunct professor at Furman University. Marie earned her bachelor’s degree at Indiana State University, her master’s at Furman University, and her doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction at The University of South Carolina. Her research and interests are focused on issues relating to adolescent literacy education, instructional approaches, and critical literacy practices. Her email address is havranmarie@gmail.com.

Educators K-12 Teachers Professional Development
Revisiting the Power of Independent Reading

by Marie Havran February 16, 2023

February 16, 2023 51 views 2 minutes read

For effective independent reading, students must spend a substantial amount of time applying reading skills and strategies taught to them to reach proficiency.

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Educators K-12 Teachers
Vocabulary Comprehension – A Love of Words

by Marie Havran January 24, 2023

January 24, 2023 64 views 3 minutes read

Vocabulary comprehension plays an integral role in reading comprehension. Enriching vocabulary is crucial to students’ reading development.

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Advocates Educators K-12 Teachers
#RelationshipGoals with Independent Reading

by Marie Havran November 11, 2022

November 11, 2022 215 views 3 minutes read

If we are interested in growing Independent Reading, we need to trust students and create an environment that actively supports this time.

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