Don\u2019t miss this rare opportunity to hear from Dr. Mark Seidenberg and Dr. Maryellen MacDonald, two of the world\u2019s leading scientists in reading and language research, as they join Planet Word for an illuminating discussion on the Science of Reading movement. Moderated by Emily Hanford, this event will explore crucial questions about the future of reading science and its implications for education, policy, and beyond. Whether you\u2019re an educator, policymaker, or simply curious about cutting-edge research in literacy, this conversation promises to offer valuable insights. In this presentation, they will examine:<\/p>\n
* How the structured literacy approach, developed for children with dyslexia, is shaping mainstream reading instruction
\n* The delicate balance between explicit instruction and implicit learning in developing reading skills
\n* Why expanding beyond word-level reading is critical for advancing the Science of Reading movement
\n* The implications of recent legislation mandating research-aligned teaching practices<\/p>\n
Following the presentation, Emily Hanford, Planet Word\u2019s Journalist-in-Residence, will moderate a Q&A session.<\/p>\n
9:00 \u2013 9:45 a.m. \u2014 Pastry Reception (Planet Word Lobby)
\n10:00 a.m. \u2014 Program begins<\/p>\n
This program is part of the\u202fJournalist-in-Residence Program,\u202fpresented with support from the Ibis Group, and a featured event in the Eyes on Reading series.<\/p>\n