Spread the loveNicola Yuill, University of Sussex Most of us have an opinion about whether we prefer reading on screen or paper: but what difference does it make for children? The truth is that technology is now encountered from babyhood. Anecdotes abound of toddlers swiping their fingers across paper rather than turning the page, while parents and teachers express their fear of screen addiction as tablets introduce new distractions as well as new attractions for young readers. Ofcom figures tell us that children’s screen use rises sharply towards the end of primary school (from age seven to 11) and in […]

Spread the loveThe Science of Reading combines cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and education to understand how reading works and how to effectively teach it. It delves into the processes involved in decoding words, comprehending text, and developing reading proficiency. By studying the brain’s mechanisms and behaviors associated with reading, researchers have gained insights into the best instructional practices and interventions for improving reading skills. One crucial aspect of the Science of Reading is understanding the relationship between spoken language and written words. Research has shown that language skills, including phonological awareness (the ability to identify and manipulate sounds in words) and […]

Spread the loveThe science of reading is a multidisciplinary field of study that aims to understand how the brain processes written language. It involves research from various areas such as cognitive psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, and education. The focus is on the fundamental processes involved in reading, such as decoding, comprehension, and fluency. This scientific inquiry helps to inform teaching practices and develop effective instructional strategies for improving reading skills. One key aspect of the science of reading is understanding the process of decoding, which refers to the ability to convert written symbols (letters and letter combinations) into sounds. It involves […]