Despite advancements in teaching reading, U.S. educators face challenges in helping students understand complex texts. During a recent Ed School panel, experts emphasized the importance of enhancing literacy, especially in light of declining NAEP reading scores. They highlighted the need for better implementation of the Reading Rope model, which involves both word recognition and language comprehension. While educators excel in teaching basics, deeper understanding of vocabulary and language structures remains essential for effective literacy education.
"If you can't read words off the page, you're not going to understand what you read." Phil Capin
"We know how to help kids climb easy structures," said Kim. "We know how to help kids read familiar narrative texts like 'The ants ate the chips at ...".
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