Eyes on Reading: What’s Next in the Science of Reading

Saturday, March 01, 2025 | 10:00 a.m.

$15 | Friedman Family Auditorium

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from Dr. Mark Seidenberg and Dr. Maryellen MacDonald, two of the world’s leading scientists in reading and language research, as they join Planet Word for an illuminating discussion on the Science of Reading movement. Moderated by Emily Hanford, this event will explore crucial questions about the future of reading science and its implications for education, policy, and beyond. Whether you’re an educator, policymaker, or simply curious about cutting-edge research in literacy, this conversation promises to offer valuable insights. In this presentation, they will examine:

* How the structured literacy approach, developed for children with dyslexia, is shaping mainstream reading instruction
* The delicate balance between explicit instruction and implicit learning in developing reading skills
* Why expanding beyond word-level reading is critical for advancing the Science of Reading movement
* The implications of recent legislation mandating research-aligned teaching practices

Following the presentation, Emily Hanford, Planet Word’s Journalist-in-Residence, will moderate a Q&A session.

9:00 – 9:45 a.m. — Pastry Reception (Planet Word Lobby)
10:00 a.m. — Program begins

This program is part of the Journalist-in-Residence Program, presented with support from the Ibis Group, and a featured event in the Eyes on Reading series.

For questions or concerns regarding accessibility needs, please contact [email protected].