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Many Reading Teachers Lack Training in Science-based Reading Instruction and Phonics
ByJames Williams

Many Reading Teachers Are Not Trained in the Science of Reading and Phonics Reading is one of the most important skills that children need to learn in school. It is the foundation for academic success and lifelong learning. However, many students struggle with reading and do not achieve the expected levels of proficiency. According to the…

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How COVID Worsened the Racial Gap in Reading Achievement Scores
ByJames Williams

The Reading Gap for Minorities Post-Covid has Grown Even Larger The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted schooling for millions of U.S. students, resulting in significant learning loss, especially in reading. However, the learning loss is not evenly distributed across students. Students from low-income, Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous communities have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic and…

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