January 18 2024- The article introduces the “Science of Reading,” an approach to teaching reading and writing based on decades of research and data. Veteran teachers, such as Sarah Wagoner, who has been teaching for over 20 years, initially had reservations about changing their teaching methods but have come to embrace the Science of Reading. The approach signifies a shift from previous models like the “three-cueing model” and “balanced literacy” instruction, which research has found to be less effective. The change reflects a broader trend in education as brain science and research have increasingly supported the Science of Reading approach. Wagoner emphasizes that the Science of Reading helps teachers improve their teaching methods, making the learning process more effective.
