There is an urgent need to rethink literacy instruction based on the available research. Here’s what principals and administrators need to know:
1. Commit to Professional Development: Invest in ongoing training on the latest research and practices in reading instruction.
2. Adopt Evidence-Based Practices: Embrace instructional strategies backed by rigorous research, like systematic phonics instruction.
3. Address Inequities: Ensure all students, regardless of background, have access to high-quality reading instruction.
4. Utilize Data-Driven Decision Making: Regularly assess student progress to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions.
5. Foster a Culture of Literacy: Create an environment where reading is valued and celebrated, involving families in the process.
The science of reading has the potential to revolutionize literacy instruction and ensure that 90% of children can learn to read with the right methods. Let’s transform lives one reader at a time.
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