Science of Reading Archives

5 things you need to know about the science of reading

March 12, 2024March 11, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Schools are on the right path with the science of reading, but students and teachers will need ongoing support to continue that trend.

While high-quality literacy instruction has remained a cornerstone of education leaders' priorities, this year, the science of reading has dominated classrooms and discussions around instructional strategies.

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As states adopt science of reading, one group calls for better teacher training, curriculum

March 12, 2024March 5, 2024 by Erica Meltzer and Samantha Smylie

Half of states don’t set specific standards telling teacher prep programs what future educators should know about the science of reading.

Wisconsin is creating a new literacy office and hiring reading coaches. Ohio is dedicating millions to a curriculum overhaul. Indiana is requiring new teacher training.

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The science of reading, beyond phonics

March 12, 2024December 28, 2023 by Joe Burns, Product Marketing Expert, Capstone Publishing

Schools are on the right path with the science of reading, but students will need plenty of ongoing support to continue that trend beyond phonics.

Schools across the country have been shifting their reading strategies to incorporate knowledge and best practices they have learned from the science of reading.

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When embracing the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students

March 12, 2024December 22, 2023 by Shira Engel, Chalkbeat New York

As a new middle school teacher, I was shocked by how many students entered my classroom unable to decode text despite the science of reading.

The day before my first day of teaching middle school in 2018, I decorated my Brooklyn public school classroom with quotes from famous people reflecting on the importance…

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In 2024, education will build systems that champion the science of reading

March 12, 2024December 15, 2023 by Kari Kurto, National Science of Reading Project Director, The Reading League

Driven in part by Mississippi’s success in improving student literacy scores, educators across the country have been discussing the science of reading and working to align their materials…

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4 simple ways to put the science of reading into practice

March 12, 2024November 24, 2023 by Kim Wooden, Principal Product Marketing Manager, Discovery Education & Former Deputy Superintendent, Clark County School District

Moving from theory to action, integrating the science of reading practices into instruction can help educators boost achievement.

In districts across the country, educators are continuing to support students with post-pandemic learning recovery. Many students are still reading below the level appropriate for their grade.

5 things you need to know about the science of reading

As states adopt science of reading, one group calls for better teacher training, curriculum

The science of reading, beyond phonics

When embracing the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students

In 2024, education will build systems that champion the science of reading

4 simple ways to put the science of reading into practice

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

Lerner Publishing Group Launches Dr. Gholdy Muhammad’s Genius and Joy Curriculum

School Specialty LLC Announces Acquisition of Nasco Education U.S.

100 Learning Spaces Transformed, $5 Million Invested: School Specialty and College Football Playoff Foundation Celebrate Impact Across Schools Nationwide

ACT and Texas Instruments Collaborate to Enhance Student Success in Mathematics

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