S3-07. A Defining Movement: The Reading League on the Science of Reading, with Maria Murray
In this special episode, Dr. Maria Murray, President and CEO of The Reading League, analyzes the intricacies of literacy instruction and shares common misconceptions that educators have about the science of reading. She explains why The Science of Reading: A Defining Movement coalition was founded: the belief of clear understandings of what the science of reading is and what it is not to promote the proper use of instructional practices aligned with the findings from the science of reading.
Quotes:
“What systems do we need to change and strengthen to ensure that everyone is successful?”
“Nothing creates excitement more than success.”
Show notes:
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Episode timestamps*
03:00 Introduction: Who is Maria Murray?
04:00 Seeing the impact of effective reading programs
09:00 The birth of The Reading League
13:00 The Reading League's growth and mission
17:00 The Science of Reading: Going beyond the “buzz word”
31:00 Science of Reading as an education system issue
33:00 Defining the Science of Reading
35:00 The Importance of a common definition
43:00 Science of Reading as a social justice issue
50:00 Introducing The Reading League's TV Show
01:00:00 Conclusion and call to action
*Timestamps are approximate, rounded to nearest minute
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