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The intention of learn read 123
The intention of Learn Read 123 is to be a resource for parents and educators by providing current news, research, and recommendations on resources related to dyslexia and effective reading instruction.
The inspiration and motivation…
Inspired by parents and educators seeking to increase their understanding of dyslexia and how best to teach reading was the impetus for Learn Read 123. There are, after all, so many children (and adults) who struggle to become skilled readers.
Motivated by data… Every two years, the Nation’s Report Card reveals how well 4th and 8th graders are doing in Reading and Math. The U.S. ranks 23rd in reading globally (NAEP - The Nation’s Report Card). Furthermore, this report card reveals that approximately 65% of our 4th and 8th graders are NOT reading at grade level nor considered proficient readers. Yet, reading research indicates that 90% - 95% of ALL students with effective reading instruction can achieve literacy skills at or approaching grade level.
Consider what constitutes effective reading instruction…It’s Structured Literacy (SL) which is based on the science of reading. According to the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), SL prepares students to decode words in an explicit and systematic manner. There is substantial evidence that SL is effective for 95% of all readers including the 15-20% of students with dyslexia. Unfortunately, the vast majority of schools utilize balanced literacy (BL) programs which are effective with only a small percentage of students as noted by the Iowa Reading Research Center among other research centers.
What is Dyslexia? “Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.” Source: International Dyslexia Association (IDA) in partnership with the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), and the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD).
I hope you find the information contained in this website helpful. May we make positive changes towards ensuring all children learn to read.
