Independent reading during school time (e.g., DEAR) has not had strong research support. New meta-analysis of 47 quasi-exp studies shows modest effects for reading motivation and word recognition, and no effect for comprehension. Article is open-access. https://t.co/iHXN0HSweD
New research highlights the impact of structured language programs in preschool and kindergarten. 18 weeks of targeted instruction significantly boosted kids' language and early literacy skills. https://t.co/8v16XrsMQH
"In kids studies show that tracing out ABCs, as opposed to typing them, leads to better & longer-lasting recognition & understanding of letters. In adults, taking notes by hand during a lecture...can lead to better conceptual understanding of material" https://t.co/L3G3QNfIGY
I think one of the biggest barriers for teachers understanding the science of reading is the vocabulary. So I spent the last three weeks working on this glossary, with a large group of people, to try and solve the problem.
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CBN got an early lead and won 8-3 in our first game of the Gerry Murphy Tournament. Great pitching by our POG James Ryan!! Next up is @PMBPhantoms at 7:30