Phonics triumphs over meaning in literacy instruction

Claude Goldenberg, a former first-grade and junior high teacher, reflects on his early teaching experiences, highlighting lessons learned about literacy instruction. Initially advised to ensure reading material was "deeply meaningful," Goldenberg discovered the effectiveness of structured, phonics-based teaching through observations and collaborations with other teachers, underscoring the importance of foundational skills in reading development.
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 Full Story: EdSource (12/22) 

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