Ep. 139: Why Knowledge Matters for Comprehension with Daniel Willingham and Barbara Davidson

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In today’s episode, we discuss knowledge and vocabulary as critical components of reading comprehension. We hear from author and professor Daniel Willingham, who shares research on the important role knowledge plays in comprehension. We also talk with Executive Director of Knowledge Matters Campaign, Barbara Davidson, who highlights strong curricula and resources related to knowledge-building ELA.

Resources

Knowledge Matters Campaign website
Knowledge Matters Campaign Twitter handle
Books by Daniel Willingham
Reading Rockets Q&A with Daniel Willingham
Daniel Willingham Social Media

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