Why hasn’t reading research changed what teachers teach?

There is a big gap between reading research and what is implemented in schools. Dr. Fletcher believes that this gap is primarily due to a persistent inclination to value anecdotal information over science. Economic reasons also play a role.

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Jack Fletcher

Dr. Jack Fletcher is the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished University Professor of Psychology at the University of Houston. Dr. Fletcher, a child neuropsychologist, has conducted research on many issues related to dyslexia and other learning disabilities, including definition and classification, neurobiological correlates, and intervention. Dr. Fletcher has written more than 400 articles in peer-reviewed journals.

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Curriculum and Instruction, Dyslexia, Teacher Education
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