- M. Kovack
What is The Science of Reading?

If you are curious about the term "The Science of Reading" and wondering if this is simply yet another fad, there is a "Defining Movement" coalition that has formed to support you. This coalition has gathered to outline a common definition of what The Science of Reading is, and what is is not.
As outlined in their Defining Guide, 'evidence-aligned' reading instruction stems from many fields of research:
cognitive psychology,
communication sciences,
developmental psychology,
education,
implementation science,
linguistics,
neuroscience,
school psychology
Click on the following link to find out exactly what is meant by The Science of Reading, what it is not, and to view a terrific chart that clearly outlines what reading research must include to be considered "scientifically-based":
https://www.whatisthescienceofreading.org/science-of-reading-guide
References
The Reading League (2021). The Science of Reading: A Defining Movement Coalition. Retrieved from https://www.whatisthescienceofreading.org/science-of-reading-guide