Tag: literacy
Background Knowledge and Where to Get It
Stephen Krashen argues that those who read more know more
Wexler (2023) has pointed out that a reader’s background knowledge is a significant predictor...
The Promise of Automated Writing Evaluation for English Learners
Automated writing evaluation (AWE) encompasses a range of...
Developing K–5 Literacy
Okapi Educational Publishing provides resources for developing the literacy of K–5 students. Okapi is committed to offering products built on best-practice instruction, helping educators...
Study Shows Brain’s Innate Capacity for Reading
The human brain is predisposed to visualizing words, even before individuals acquire literacy, according to a team of...
Illiteracy Costs U.S. $300.8 Billion a Year
A new report estimates that illiteracy costs the U.S. approximately $300.8 billion per year.
According to the "Economic Cost and Social Impact of Illiteracy" report,...
A Revised Composing Process
Remember during a test when you were staring at the ceiling in elementary school, and the teacher asked you if the answer was on...
