The “Reading Wars” are Back: What are the Implications for Adolescent Literacy?

Authors

Jenelle Williams, Oakland ISDFollow

Abstract

This article unpacks the current political and educational debates around the Science of Reading, Simple View of Reading, and Active View of Reading. In the article, the author describes evidence-based reading practices for adolescents and connects them to components of the Active View of Reading. Finally, the author provides a rationale for caution in over-applying research-based approaches for early literacy with adolescents.

Author Bio

Ms. Jenelle Williams is a Literacy Consultant at Oakland Intermediate School District (Oakland Schools). She is interested in adolescent literacy, disciplinary literacy, and culturally sustaining practices. She can be reached at jenelle.williams@oakland.k12.mi.us.

Recommended Citation

Williams, Jenelle (2023) "The “Reading Wars” are Back: What are the Implications for Adolescent Literacy?," Michigan Reading Journal: Vol. 56: Iss. 1, Article 13.
Available at: https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/mrj/vol56/iss1/13