Dr. Jessica Toste, a leading reading scholar, has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief of The Reading League Journal, a publication dedicated to connecting the science of reading with educators’ professional practices.
Building on a Strong Foundation
The Reading League Journal has been a prominent platform for researchers and educators to share their work and ideas since its launch in 2020. Dr. Toste will expand on the innovative features established by her predecessor, Emily Solari, and build a stronger connection between academics and practitioners.
- Under Dr. Toste’s leadership, the journal aims to bridge the gap between academic research and classroom practice, ensuring that evidence-based strategies reach educators nationwide.
- She will focus on methods for intensifying interventions for students with disabilities and persistent reading challenges.
As a fellow with the Research Institute for Implementation Science in Education (RIISE), Dr. Toste has extensive experience in implementing reading research in real-world settings.
Expertise and Vision
Dr. Toste is an associate professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Texas at Austin and holds research affiliations with the Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk and the Texas Center for Equity Promotion.
“Editing this journal is not just about managing a publication; it’s about putting rigorous, evidence-aligned research directly into the hands of practitioners,” Dr. Toste said. “I’m excited to build on the innovative features established by my predecessor, Emily Solari, and to expand the dialogue between scholars and educators.”
Her appointment as editor-in-chief marks the next phase of the journal’s ongoing commitment to advancing literacy education.
Aligning with The Reading League’s Mission
The Reading League Journal aims to make the science of reading as accessible and actionable as possible, ensuring that educators have the tools they need to make a positive impact on students’ lives.
- Under Dr. Toste’s leadership, the journal will focus on publishing high-quality research that addresses the needs of educators and students.
- She will also work to increase diversity and representation in the journal, ensuring that the voices and experiences of underrepresented groups are heard.
The Reading League’s president and CEO, Maria Murray, praised Dr. Toste’s appointment, saying, “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Toste to The Reading League family. Her deep expertise and innovative vision align with our mission to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction.”
A Legacy of Advancing Reading Education
The Reading League has been recognized for its efforts in advancing the knowledge and use of reading science, bringing to light research that had long remained in academic circles rather than educators’ hands.
Under Dr. Toste’s leadership, the journal will continue to empower educators with practical, science-aligned insights, helping them to make a positive impact on students’ lives.
As Dr. Toste noted, “In a very short period of time, The Reading League has been recognized by educators as the number one place to go for understanding reading science and how it applies to teaching.”
Expert Insights and Practical Applications
Dr. Toste’s appointment as editor-in-chief will enable the journal to provide educators with expert insights and practical applications of reading research, helping them to develop effective teaching strategies.
Expert Insights refer to the knowledge and expertise gained through research and experience, while Practical Applications refer to the tangible, real-world strategies that can be used in the classroom.
Dr. Toste’s leadership will ensure that the journal continues to provide educators with the expert insights and practical applications they need to support students’ literacy development.
As Dr. Toste emphasized, “It’s about putting rigorous, evidence-aligned research into the hands of practitioners.
