Research & Data
Check this page for data, research, policy, and news updates on literacy education and reform in Wisconsin. We’re committed to being a resource to expand knowledge and influence change.
Science of Reading vs. Three-Cueing
Unlike learning to speak, human brains are not wired to read. For effective reading instruction, it is crucial to rely on evidence-based methods and materials informed on how brain pathways can be created for decoding words. Check out this informative resource about the fallacies of three-cueing instruction and why relying on the Science of Reading is essential.
Did You Know?
88% of students who failed to earn a high school diploma were struggling readers in the third grade.
Two thirds of Wisconsin students struggle to meet basic, grade-level reading standards.
Wisconsin has the lowest reading scores for African American students in the nation.
Which School Districts Do the Best Job of Teaching Kids to Read?
Check out this resource from The 74, an education news publication, for data and insights on literacy and reading trends across the nation.