

Why Can't Kids Read Anymore with Susannah Grossman
Oct 23, 2024
This week features Susannah Grossman-Wolf, a seasoned educator with 15 years of experience in elite private high schools. She delves into the alarming decline of reading comprehension among college students, linking it to earlier educational practices. The discussion covers how technology and the pandemic have impacted reading habits and highlights disparities in literary engagement across different schooling systems. Susannah also addresses the challenges teachers face in fostering a love for literature amid evolving academic pressures and societal values.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Reading Crisis: Roots and Responsibilities
03:40 • 22min
Adapting to New Learning Realities
25:49 • 13min
Navigating Fear and Influence in Academic Environments
38:34 • 2min
Challenges and Realities of Teaching in Independent Schools
40:15 • 4min
Rethinking Literacy and Education
44:17 • 12min
Modern Reading Habits and Education
55:55 • 26min