Why American Students Haven’t Gotten Better at Reading in 20 Years

Why American Students Haven’t Gotten Better at Reading in 20 Years

11/26/2018

link

https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2018/04/-american-students-reading/557915/

summary

This article explores the declining reading proficiency among American students. It emphasizes the importance of reading skills in academic success and highlights the alarming statistics regarding reading ability among American students. The article discusses various factors contributing to this decline, including the rise of digital distractions, limited access to quality reading materials, and a lack of emphasis on reading skills in schools. It also explores potential strategies and interventions that can be implemented to reverse this trend, such as promoting a reading culture, providing more resources for educators, and addressing the socio-economic factors that affect reading proficiency. Overall, the article serves as a call to action to prioritize and improve reading education in the United States.

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