Article of the Month — For Educators
MARCH 2027CHOOSING EFFECTIVE PROGRAMS
Featured article — Institute of Education Sciences
What Works Clearinghouse — Literacy InterventionsSpring is when schools plan interventions and purchases for the coming year. The What Works Clearinghouse reviews the actual evidence behind reading programs and interventions, rating them by effectiveness so educators can separate marketing claims from results.
Before adopting any curriculum or tutoring program, this is where to check whether independent research supports its promises — especially for students with dyslexia who can't afford ineffective instruction.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Look for interventions with strong evidence ratings, not testimonials.
- Evidence of effectiveness with struggling readers is the most relevant signal for dyslexia support.
- Pair evidence review with fidelity of implementation — even proven programs fail when watered down.