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Jun 16, 2023 Emily Hanford, a senior correspondent for APM Reports and the host of "Sold a Story," dives into the ongoing battle for effective reading instruction in American schools. She reveals how outdated methods have stunted literacy development, and critiques the balanced literacy approach for neglecting crucial phonics. Hanford discusses the evolution of reading strategies, advocating for a shift back to phonics, especially in light of successful initiatives in places like Ohio and New York City, aiming to better serve all children, including those with dyslexia.
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Reading Acquisition
- Reading doesn't develop naturally like talking, it requires explicit instruction.
- Some learn quickly, others need intensive teaching, even highly intelligent individuals.
Phonics Instruction
- Phonics instruction connects sounds in words with their letter representations.
- Mastering phonics enables fluent reading by mapping spelling, pronunciation, and meaning.
Balanced Literacy Example
- A parent's video revealed a balanced literacy lesson where a teacher covered a word and asked students to guess.
- The focus was on the word's meaning, not connecting letters to sounds, hindering reading development.
