The Education Week Spotlight on Science of Reading is a collection of articles hand-picked by our editors for their insights on methods teachers are using to teach reading, what science says about early readers, and how classrooms are overhauling reading instruction.
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Reading & Literacy
A Look Inside One Classroom's Reading Overhaul
At an Ohio school, teachers who once “did their own thing” are now using structured literacy programs—and they say they’re seeing gains.
Reading & Literacy
Explainer
How Do Kids Learn to Read? What the Science Says
The debate rages but the science is clear: Teaching systematic phonics is the most reliable way to make sure that kids learn how to read.
Reading & Literacy
'Decodable' Books: Boring, Useful, or Both?
These sound-it-out books designed for young readers aren’t always popular with teachers. But experts say they’re an important tool.
Reading & Literacy
Schools Should Follow the 'Science of Reading,' Say National Education Groups
In the wake of falling reading scores on the test known as the Nation's Report Card, 12 major education groups are calling on schools to adopt evidence-based reading instruction.
Reading & Literacy
Are Classroom Reading Groups the Best Way to Teach Reading? Maybe Not.
Recent studies raise some hard questions about the value of ability-based reading groups.
Reading & Literacy
Opinion
The Hard Part About Reading Instruction
We actually know quite a bit about the best way to teach reading, writes Jared Myracle. So why don't we do it?
Reading & Literacy
Opinion
Why Doesn't Every Teacher Know the Research on Reading Instruction?
Literacy expert Susan Pimentel shares three evidence-based practices for how educators can boost reading proficiency.