EconTalk

Doug Lemov on Reading

Nov 28, 2016
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Reading: The Foundation of Learning

  • Reading is fundamental because all academic disciplines rely on it to acquire knowledge.
  • Reading faces new challenges today due to distractions from smartphones and declining engagement among youth.
INSIGHT

Challenge and Social Reading Matter

  • Making reading easier can discourage engagement; instead, offering challenging and meaningful texts inspires deeper interest.
  • Reading aloud revives the social and oral traditions of storytelling, making reading a shared, enriching experience.
INSIGHT

Reading as Cultural Conversation

  • Reading connects individuals to a broader cultural and intellectual conversation essential for education.
  • Possessing cultural capital through knowledge opens doors to societal participation and opportunities.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app