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Informed and informative conversations with experts about the topics that are impacting the Educational Publishing and Ed-Tech sectors, as well as the broader publishing industry. Covering a range of issues including operations, production, product development, content distribution, and more. Hosted by Westchester Education Services and Westchester Publishing Services.

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Starting the Accessible Publishing Journey 22:58

10 weeks тому22:58

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We're in conversation with Laura Brady, Accessibility Consultant about the importance of creating and remediating content to be accessible for all users. She shares tips and guidance for how to get on the journey towards accessibility, providing helpful resources that can serve as a useful roadmap to guide people, whether they are new to accessible publishing or have been doing this work for some time. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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Publishing Fact or Fiction: European Accessibility Act 20:38

18 weeks тому20:38

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Michael Johnson of Benetech in conversation with Tyler M. Carey regarding facts and fictions circulating within the publishing industry about requirements related to the European Accessibility Act, which publishers will need to be in compliance with beginning on June 28, 2025. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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Accessibility in Educational Resources 32:44

1 year тому32:44

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Emma Hudson, Content and Services Manager for Westchester Education, speaks to Stacy Scott, Head of Accessibility at Taylor and Francis to discuss accessibility in educational publishing. This episode includes some of Stacy's own experiences as a visually impaired student, what it means to create content that is 'born accessible' and offers helpful tips about what publishers should consider as they prepare for the inception of the European Accessibility Act that is set to come into effect on June 28, 2025. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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Applying a global perspective to improve English Language teaching 12:18

2 years тому12:18

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Rebecca Durose-Croft and Jennifer Cole explain how a global perspective is beneficial when developing content to meet the specific requirements of English Language learners. Tell us what you think of this episode

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Content Design for Distracted Attention Spans 24:44

2 years тому24:44

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Linda Secondari, Principal and Creative Director for Studiolo Secondari returns to Westchester Words to discuss how our attention spans have been distracted by the digital world we live and work in. She also shares how to design long-form content in a more visually appealing manner so it can better engage and maintain a reader's interest. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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What is the Science of Reading? 17:06

2 years тому17:06

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Jennifer Cole, Content Director of Literacy, Humanities and Languages returns to Westchester Words to provide an overview about Science of Reading, which many states are creating or enacting legislation on for their K-12 Education Instructional programs. Tell us what you think of this episode

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Helping Trade Associations with Their Publishing Requirements 12:55

2 years тому12:55

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Tyler M. Carey provides an overview about trade associations, their specific publication requirements, and ways that packagers like Westchester Publishing Services can help them provide content to their members in the formats they desire and in a more efficient manner. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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How BISG Membership Benefits Companies and Individuals 21:20

2 years тому21:20

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Brian O'Leary returns to the Westchester Words podcast to tell us all the new projects BISG has been working on, how the organization provides information of value to companies and individuals throughout the publishing industry supply chain, and previews the topic/speakers for the annual meeting in late April Tell us what you think of this episode…

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How Applying Culturally Relevant Principles Can Lead to Higher-Quality Educational Content 14:45

2 years тому14:45

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Jada Bradley, Senior Editor of Culturally Responsive Education, and Kevin Schroeder discuss why it's important for existing and new educational content to include culturally relevant principles, and how Westchester Education works with publishers and ed-tech companies to ensure a high-quality outcome. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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2023 Federal and State Education Funding Update 12:23

2 years тому12:23

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In this episode, Jay Diskey, of Diskey Public Affairs, returns to Westchester Words to share a preview of the topics he will be discussing with Kevin J. Gray during the webinar, "2023 Federal and State Education Funding Update," hosted by Westchester Education Services on Thursday, February 23. Visit westchestereducationservices.com to register for this free session. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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2023 Publishing Predictions with Kristen McLean 23:17

2 years тому23:17

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Kristen McLean of NPD Bookscan joins us to discuss how book sales ended the year for 2022 and where she expects the U.S. market will head in 2023. Tell us what you think of this episode

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Streamlining Product Development with a Solutions Partner Network 21:13

2 years тому21:13

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In this episode of Westchester Words, Kevin J. Gray, President and Chief Content Officer of Westchester Education Services has a conversation with Gina Faulk of EdGate, and Johanna Wetmore from Evotext about how working with a vendor partner network that provides complementary product development solutions can offer education publishers and ed tech firms the ability to develop their products and bring them to market in a more streamlined manner. Tell us what you think of this episode…

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Working outside traditional publishing: Supporting foundations, charities and institutions 12:47

2 years тому12:47

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Tyler M. Carey and Julie Willis discuss the specific needs publishers of content produced by foundations and institutional organizations require from their pre-press services provider. Tell us what you think of this episode

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Funding and Policy Impacts for US K-12 Education in 2023 19:42

3 years тому19:42

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Jay Diskey talks about how federal and state funding, state subject adoption requirements, and other policy initiatives will shape US K-12 education in 2023. Tell us what you think of this episode

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STEM Factors - NGSS and Adaptive Assessment 23:37

3 years тому23:37

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In this episode of Westchester Words, we learn about Laura Cunningham, Content Director, STEM for Westchester Education Services. She discusses her career as an educator and content developer prior to joining Westchester and also explains how the constructs of NGSS and adaptive assessments each help to provide students with learning supports to improve their understanding and lead to academic success in science, math, and other subject areas. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Help Me Understand: An Introduction to Plain Language 23:59

3 years тому23:59

23:59

Deborah Bosley, the founder and principal of The Plain Language Group explains why it’s important for publishers of academic, professional, medical, and scientific content to express information in simple, easy to understand terms that will help them expand their audience to people who have a significant interest or benefit in reading the materials, but lack the academic background required to understand complex, industry-specific language. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Get to Know Jennifer Cole, Content Director, Literacy, Humanities, and Languages 19:10

3 years тому19:10

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Jennifer Cole discusses her career spanning more than two decades in educational publishing. Jennifer shares how her knowledge and experience help her lead her team of literacy and humanities content development professionals to create high-quality educational materials for Westchester's clients. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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A Conversation with Cevin Bryerman 18:55

3 years тому18:55

18:55

Cevin Bryerman returns to Westchester Words to discuss the 2nd Annual US Book Show, PW's 150th anniversary, and other thoughts about the current state of the publishing industry. Tell us what you think of this episode

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Designing Effective Meetings 21:21

3 years тому21:21

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Do all the meetings you have on your calendar really need to be there? Linda Secondari can help you answer that question by sharing strategies you can use to make your meetings more effective and less frequent, putting time back in your day to get other items checked off your to-do list. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Building Books Better with BISG 20:42

3 years тому20:42

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A conversation with Brian O’Leary, Executive Director of Book Industry Study Group about what's on tap for the first BISG Annual Meeting to take place in person for the first time in three years, other initiatives that the group is working on, and more. Tell us what you think of this episode

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Signs It Might Be Time to Outsource Your Editorial Services 17:27

3 years тому17:27

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A conversation with Julie Willis and Rosie Stewart of River Editorial Services (a Westchester Publishing Services UK company) about when publishers should consider outsourcing editorial services on their projects, and tips for identifying the right company for your requirements. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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How a Children’s Book Publisher Remains Nimble and Successful 19:42

3 years тому19:42

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Maria Dismondy, Founder and Publisher of Cardinal Rule Press, a children's book publisher whose catalog focuses on realistic fiction titles that embody the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, discusses what inspired her to start the company along with the strategies she and her team have used to help the business grow and remain successful. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Why Career and Technical Education is Gaining Prominence 22:29

3 years тому22:29

22:29

Rich Portelance, Founder and CEO of CareerPath explains why there's renewed interest in Career and Technical education, and how vocational education is different now compared to what previous generations of students may remember. Tell us what you think of this episode

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from a University Press Perspective - An Update 17:30

3 years тому17:30

17:30

Cathy Felgar, Publishing Operations Director of Princeton University Press returns to the Westchester Words podcast to provide listeners with an update about the Press' ongoing diversity and inclusion initiatives. Tell us what you think of this episode

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Disability is Part of the DEI Conversation 13:08

4 years тому13:08

13:08

In this episode, educational publishing professional Andrea Bown discusses her experiences living and working with a visible disability and why it's important for people with disabilities to be included as active participants within education publishing. She also shares why it's important that education content is developed in a manner that fosters autonomy for people who have disabilities. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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How Publishers Can Optimize Their Websites to Improve Sales 22:57

4 years тому22:57

22:57

Sarah Arbuthnot, Commercial and Partnerships Director for Supadu explains steps publishers can take to create a positive website experience for their customers, helping to generate higher sales volume. Tell us what you think of this episode

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Creating a Collaborative Community for Students, Teachers, and Families 18:59

4 years тому18:59

18:59

Nilofer Ali, Resources Manager and DEI Committee Lead , Westchester Education Services and Beau McCoy, Founder and CEO , SOLCademy have a conversation around how education is evolving. They also explore why support and collaboration between all stakeholders—including teachers, administrators, students, and families—is needed more than ever. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Westchester Words Season 2 Preview 3:31

4 years тому3:31

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Nicole Tomassi, Marketing and Conference Manager provides an overview of the topics that will be covered on Season 2 of Westchester Words. In addition, she provides details about the October webinar that is being co-hosted with Publishers Weekly. Visit our websites, https://www.westchesterpublishingservices.com/ and https://www.westchestereducationservices.com/ for all episodes and additional information about our services. Tell us what you think of this episode…

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Career and Technical Education - Creating High-Quality Content 12:46

4 years тому12:46

12:46

Debbie Allen, Content Director for Career and Technical Education discusses why Westchester Education Services is well-suited to create classroom materials for teachers and students in this area of study. Tell us what you think of this episode

Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and Publishing

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Why Should SEL Concepts be Incorporated into Learning Materials? 10:51

4 years тому10:51