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Sarah's Struggle
- Emily Hanford's research was sparked by interviews with struggling readers, notably Sarah.
- Sarah's story highlighted the difficulty of navigating life with limited reading skills and the lack of support she received.
Dyslexia and Instruction
- Dyslexia is often misdiagnosed when the real issue is inadequate reading instruction.
- Many students labeled as dyslexic simply haven't been effectively taught how to read.
Blame and Disability
- When children struggle to read, parents are often blamed or the child is diagnosed with a disability.
- This overlooks the critical factor of effective reading instruction.