EPISODE · Aug 5, 2025 · 18 MIN
Episode 1: Why Middle School Reading Matters
from SERP Stories: Real Voices. Proven Solutions. Powered by the Strategic Education Research Partnership · host Dr. Kala Jones
Why aren’t middle school students reading, and what can we do about it?In this debut episode of SERP Stories, we explore the adolescent literacy crisis and why middle school is a critical window for intervention. Hear from researchers and educators who are rethinking adolescent reading by centering motivation, agency, and engagement - without sacrificing rigor.Subscribe for more stories from the intersection of research, design and practice in education.
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Why aren’t middle school students reading, and what can we do about it?In this debut episode of SERP Stories, we explore the adolescent literacy crisis and why middle school is a critical window for intervention. Hear from researchers and educators who are rethinking adolescent reading by centering motivation, agency, and engagement - without sacrificing rigor.Subscribe for more stories from the intersection of research, design and practice in education.
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