Friday, January 12, 2024

An overview of the science of reading

“An effort to overhaul how children learn to read, known as the science of reading movement, is sweeping the country. Here’s where it stands”: “What to Know About the Science of Reading” (The New York Times, gift link).

I missed this article when it appeared earlier this month. Thanks, Joe.

comments: 2

Joe DiBiase said...

You're welcome, Michael. Let's hope that the move to proven methods, such as phonics, maintains momentum. Too many students have fallen behind. Without the ability to read at grade level, so much other learning is hampered.

Michael Leddy said...

And it’s generally understood that if a child isn’t reading at grade level by the end of third grade, the deficit is not likely to be made up.