The Science of Reading

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Exploring the evolution of reading, this book highlights its significance as a cornerstone of modern civilization and personal growth. Beginning in the early 1900s, researchers aimed to understand the mechanics of reading, leading to educational reforms that transformed literacy across America. The narrative details the efforts to address societal inequities tied to information access, revealing the ongoing impacts of these findings on today's information society. It also delves into the contentious debates surrounding reading education that persist in contemporary schools.