EPISODE · Apr 19, 2021 · 16 MIN
What's the difference between balanced and structured literacy?
from Reach All Readers · host Anna Geiger
#042: It’s time to take a good look at what we’re doing when we teach children to read. I considered myself a “balanced literacy” teacher for many years. It’s the approach I learned in graduate school, the approach I used as a classroom teacher, and the approach I (used to) teach on my website and in my online course.However, after a great deal of research into the science of reading, I now see things differently. I now advocate a structured literacy approach to reading instruction.Click here for the show notes for this episode.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)
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#042: It’s time to take a good look at what we’re doing when we teach children to read. I considered myself a “balanced literacy” teacher for many years. It’s the approach I learned in graduate school, the approach I used as a classroom teacher, and the approach I (used to) teach on my website and in my online course. However, after a great deal of research into the science of reading, I now see things differently. I now advocate a structured literacy approach to reading instruction. Click h...
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