The Reading League Announces New
'Defining Movement' Coalition Of Literacy Experts To Solidify The Science Of
Reading Definition
PRNewswire: 2.05.2021
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The Reading League
(TRL) this week announced the launch of its latest initiative, "Science of Reading: A Defining Movement" — a coalition of educators, policymakers, education
advocates and academics, to develop a shared definition of the term
"science of reading."
"For years now, the phrase 'the
science of reading' has been used without a strong foundational understanding
of its meaning," said Dr. Maria Murray, CEO and President of The Reading
League. "Now that we see the phrase being attached to efforts that are not
evidence-aligned and as more people start to join our movement, The Reading
League felt it was time to gather nationally renowned experts to create a plan
to protect and honor the body of knowledge considered the science of reading,
clarify the definition, and provide a comprehensive guide for
stakeholders."
The science of reading is a vast,
interdisciplinary body of scientifically-based research about reading and
issues related to reading and writing.
This research has been conducted over
the last five decades across the world, and it is derived from thousands of
studies conducted in multiple languages. The science of reading has culminated
in a preponderance of evidence to inform how proficient reading and writing
develop; why some have difficulty; and how we can most effectively assess and
teach and, therefore, improve student outcomes through prevention of and intervention
for reading difficulties. READ
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What
the Science of Reading is NOT
The
Science of Reading is not:
a fad, trend, new idea, or pendulum swing,
a political agenda,
a one-size-fits-all approach,
a program of instruction
a single, specific component of instruction such as phonics
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