Sep 25 2024 48 mins
In this episode, Dr. Tiffany M. Nyachae discusses the complexities of reading instruction, emphasizing the need to center the experiences and needs of Students of Color. She critiques both the Science of Reading and balanced literacy approaches for failing to adequately address these needs. Dr. Nyachae advocates for explicit instruction in reading while also recognizing the importance of teacher expertise and the socio-political context of literacy education. She calls for a more nuanced understanding of literacy that goes beyond ideological debates and focuses on practical solutions for teachers and students in racially, ethnically, and economically diverse classrooms.