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Unlocking reading: Comprehension strategies vs. knowledge building, with Daniel Willingham, Ph.D.

Science of Reading: The Podcast

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Navigating Reading Comprehension: The Challenge of Assessing Growth

This chapter explores the complexities involved in assessing student growth in reading, distinguishing between basic word recognition and deeper language comprehension skills. It highlights the gradual nature of vocabulary development and the importance of content knowledge in achieving true reading proficiency.

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