From Phonics to Fluency: Exploring the Nuances of Reading Development with Dr. Claude Goldenberg

In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, Dr. Claude Goldenberg, a renowned expert in the field of literacy development. This conversation is packed with insightful information and thought-provoking discussions about the stages of reading development, the importance of foundational skills, and the impact of bilingual education. From understanding the nuances of reading progression to the challenges and opportunities in teaching literacy, we dive deep into the intricacies of the reading journey. So grab your headphones and prepare to expand your knowledge on the multifaceted world of reading, because this is More Than a Test with Dr. Claude Goldenberg!
Timestamps[00:01:05] Dr. Goldenberg is retired from Stanford but still contributing to education.
[00:03:36] His focus on expanding opportunities for learners, specifically Spanish-speaking kids. Has a personal interest in bridging the gap between English learner advocacy and reading research.
[00:08:24] Research exists for second language learners, despite misconceptions.
[00:13:35] The bilingual brain has functional and cognitive differences.
[00:15:07] No evidence for brain circuitry in reading.
[00:19:35] Overpromising leads to implementation challenges that hinder knowledge utilization.
[00:21:36] Debating the balance of literacy, and the outlawing of certain teaching methods.
[00:25:59] Teaching reading: 95% success with right methods
[00:33:16] "Love reading stages, key for literacy development."
[00:38:54] The developmental process of reading and avoiding phonics “Band-Aids.”
[00:41:49] Foundational skills are crucial for reading comprehension.
[00:46:59] Hope in finding common ground is mixed.
[00:50:19] Emotional, intellectual, and financial agendas affect teaching.
Connect with Dr. Claude GoldenbergWebsite: https://www.stanford.edu/ 
----About More Than a TestOur goal is to take a hard look at the shortcomings in literacy education and tech while still finding a sense of hope in what's possible in education through learning and technology.
Our guests include non-profit leaders, tech CEOs, state and district leadership, research leaders from top institutions, and a few teachers with stories that might bring you to tears.
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About Amira LearningAmira is the world’s first intelligent reading assistant that provides personalized tutoring to students at school, after school, or at home. Students working with Amira experience significant improvements in their reading fluency.
About your Host, Laura GlaabLaura Glaab is a VP of Strategy at Amira Learning. She is a lifetime educator following behind educator parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents.
She's worked as a teacher and leader in public, private, and charter schools in places as far as India and as close to home as Boulder, Colorado. She holds degrees from Stanford, the University of Wyoming