The Science of Reading Formula

Top 5 Reasons Why Reading Lessons Fail (Plus How to Fix Them!)


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Are your reading lessons falling short? Many common teaching strategies don’t align with how students actually learn to read. In this episode, we’ll break down why reading lessons fail and how to fix them using science-backed methods that improve student outcomes.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

  • The biggest reading instruction mistakes teachers make
  • Why phonemic awareness and structured phonics are crucial
  • How to create engaging, differentiated reading groups
  • The key to avoiding outdated, ineffective strategies

Tune in now and start transforming your reading lessons today!

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