March 21 2024- Allison Briceño, an education professor, argues against the overemphasis on foundational skills like phonics in reading instruction, expressing concerns that it may detract from writing, benefit already privileged students, and neglect English language learners. She believes this perspective overlooks the holistic science of reading, which includes both foundational and language skills. Briceño stresses the importance of teaching foundational skills to foster a love for reading, asserting that ignoring this aspect could lead to inadequately prepared teachers in guiding students effectively in reading.
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