The Science of Reading with Kari Kurto of the Reading League

04/23/24 • 41 min

Reading is a fundamental skill that facilitates learning across standards, subjects, and grade levels. Yet, national statistics show that students are reading less and, generally speaking, below grade level. Kari Kurto is the National Science of Reading Project Director for the Reading League. Kari discusses a resource called Compass, which provides educators, administrators, policy makers, and others with resources on evidence-based practices that improve students’ reading skills.

To learn more about Compass, visit the Reading League’s website: https://www.thereadingleague.org/compass/

To learn more about Compass, visit the Reading League’s website: https://www.thereadingleague.org/compass/

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