Explicit Instruction as the Essential Tool for Executing the Science of Reading.

Every decade it seems that we have a new version of debates about how to teach reading. Recently, the issues have focused on the science of reading and how teachers can ensure that they are using it to provide informed and effective instruction for their students (Castles et al., 2018). You may be wondering, as are many educators, "What is the science of reading, and how do I know if I am using it in my instruction?"