EVERY teacher, administrator and parent reads this article. For 30 years educators taught kids how to read using “whole language” instead of phonics. Lucy Calkins and friends made over $2 billion dollars selling this garbage to educators. Now 60% of students are functionally illiterate.

Title: The Truth About Reading Education: Why Phonics Matters More Than Ever In the realm of elementary education, few topics generate as much debate as the most effective methods for teaching children to read. Over the past three decades, a widely adopted approach known as “whole language” has dominated classrooms […]

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EVERY teacher, administrator and parent reads this article. For 30 years educators taught kids how to read using “whole language” instead of phonics. Lucy Calkins and friends made over $2 billion dollars selling this garbage to educators. Now 60% of students are functionally illiterate.

The Reading Crisis: How a Flawed Educational Approach Has Impacted Generations of Students In the realm of education, few issues have been more troubling than the widespread decline in literacy levels among students. Over the past three decades, a significant shift in teaching methodology has played a crucial role in […]

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EVERY teacher, administrator and parent reads this article. For 30 years educators taught kids how to read using “whole language” instead of phonics. Lucy Calkins and friends made over $2 billion dollars selling this garbage to educators. Now 60% of students are functionally illiterate.

The Critical Shift in Reading Education: Why Phonics Matters As educators, parents, and policymakers, understanding the most effective methods for teaching children to read is essential. For three decades, many teachers have relied on the “whole language” approach—an educational philosophy that emphasizes context and meaning over foundational decoding skills. This […]

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What’s more ethical/equitable for families that financially have either option: To work with/fight the public schools to get your child a free and appropriate public education, or to pay for resources themselves?

Understanding the Ethical Dilemmas in Advocating for Special Education in Public Schools Navigating the landscape of public education often raises profound ethical questions, especially for families with unique needs. One such dilemma involves deciding whether to advocate vigorously for a child’s right to a free, appropriate public education or to […]

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As a 16–Year Old Who’s Never Gotten Past 5th-Grade, What’s Everything I Need to Learn Math-Wise for a GED?

Essential Math Skills to Prepare for Your GED: A Guide for Self-Directed Learners Embarking on the journey to earn your GED can be both exciting and challenging, especially if you’ve had limited formal education in certain subjects. If you’re starting to realize the importance of developing your math skills to […]

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Millennials and Gen Z are getting into it online over a behavior that’s been dubbed the “Gen Z Stare.” Have you noticed it from the education side?

Understanding the “Gen Z Stare”: A New Trend in Digital and Workplace Communication In recent months, a new phenomenon has emerged within online communities and workplace environments that has piqued the interest of many: the so-called “Gen Z Stare.” This expressive gesture, often characterized by intense eye contact or a […]

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What’s more ethical/equitable for families that financially have either option: To work with/fight the public schools to get your child a free and appropriate public education, or to pay for resources themselves?

Title: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Public Education: Should Families Challenge Systems or Seek Private Alternatives? Understanding the ethical landscape of public education often involves weighing the rights of individual students against broader societal concerns. For parents and educators alike, one pressing question is: Is it more justifiable to advocate vigorously—or […]

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What’s more ethical/equitable for families that financially have either option: To work with/fight the public schools to get your child a free and appropriate public education, or to pay for resources themselves?

Understanding the Ethical Dilemmas in Public Education: When Parents Advocate for Their Children Navigating the complexities of public education raises important questions about ethics and fairness, especially for families facing unique challenges. One common dilemma involves whether parents should advocate vigorously—sometimes even through legal action—to ensure their children receive a […]

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What’s more ethical/equitable for families that financially have either option: To work with/fight the public schools to get your child a free and appropriate public education, or to pay for resources themselves?

Navigating Education Choices: Ethical Considerations for Parents and Educators In the ongoing discussion about public education, parents often face a complex set of ethical and practical questions. One prominent topic is whether it is more equitable for families to actively collaborate with public schools to secure appropriate and free educational […]

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