Join us for the return of "What the L?" – an engaging series of talks that delve into language-related disciplines. In this upcoming session, two esteemed members from the College of Education, Health, and Society will be leading a discussion on the science of reading.

Clinical professor Michelle Cosmah and Learning Lab director Heather Grimes will highlight research centered around the Science of Reading and exploring its relevance to effective instructional practices.

Professor Cosmah and Director Grimes will specifically discuss how the Miami University Learning Lab, a provider of tutoring services to schools and community partners in Cincinnati, integrates the science of reading through a structured literacy approach. The focus encompasses various aspects, including phonics, phonemic awareness, comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary. The Learning Lab prioritizes best practices for learners of all ages, emphasizing the impact of cultural and linguistic acquisition on development. Furthermore, the session will shed light on research practices that inform assessment and instructional design.

(AI tools Grammarly and ChatGPT 3.5, a language model developed by OpenAI, assisted in writing this news story.)