Neuroscience-Backed Instruction from Lindamood-Bell Addresses National Reading and Math Declines
The recent National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) report has uncovered alarming statistics regarding U.S. high school students' readiness. The findings reveal that in 2024, a staggering 32% of 12th graders scored below basic in reading, while 45% fell below basic in math. Unfortunately, these figures indicate a decline compared to 2019, raising serious concerns about the effectiveness of current educational strategies.
According to the NAEP, the scores of lower-performing students at the 10th and 25th percentiles were at their lowest levels recorded, leading to a widening gap between the highest and lowest performers—a trend never seen before.
Nanci Bell, literacy expert and co-founder of Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes (LBLP), expressed her worries regarding these outcomes. "I am deeply concerned about the recent NAEP scores showing that far too many students are reading well below their potential and grade level. Despite decades of educational initiatives, including the recent focus on the Science of Reading, we are still failing many students who depend on our help to acquire crucial skills for success both academically and in life. It is our duty to confront this ongoing issue and strategize new ways to positively impact student outcomes. Our students deserve more, and it is our responsibility to provide better educational experiences."
For over twenty years, Lindamood-Bell has been at the forefront of implementing effective educational practices. Their unique, comprehensive, and neuroscience-informed instructional methods have shown proven success in elevating reading achievement levels in schools across the nation. Through partnerships with various school districts, LBLP employs a sensory-cognitive approach alongside teacher coaching and data-driven assessments to produce tangible and long-lasting results.
Highlights of their impactful instructional partnerships include successful programs in diverse locations:
Founded nearly 40 years ago, Lindamood-Bell operates with the core belief that every child and adult can learn to read and comprehend at their highest potential. Their evidence-based instructional methodologies have transformed lives, particularly for individuals diagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD, or autism. In addition to running 50 Learning Centers, Lindamood-Bell provides professional development for educators around the globe and contributes to peer-reviewed studies in partnership with prestigious institutions such as MIT and Stanford.
For more insights on their transformative programs and to explore their services, visit www.lindamoodbell.com.
For media inquiries, contact Paul Worthington, Director of Research & Development at [email protected] or call (805) 541-3836.
According to the NAEP, the scores of lower-performing students at the 10th and 25th percentiles were at their lowest levels recorded, leading to a widening gap between the highest and lowest performers—a trend never seen before.
Nanci Bell, literacy expert and co-founder of Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes (LBLP), expressed her worries regarding these outcomes. "I am deeply concerned about the recent NAEP scores showing that far too many students are reading well below their potential and grade level. Despite decades of educational initiatives, including the recent focus on the Science of Reading, we are still failing many students who depend on our help to acquire crucial skills for success both academically and in life. It is our duty to confront this ongoing issue and strategize new ways to positively impact student outcomes. Our students deserve more, and it is our responsibility to provide better educational experiences."
For over twenty years, Lindamood-Bell has been at the forefront of implementing effective educational practices. Their unique, comprehensive, and neuroscience-informed instructional methods have shown proven success in elevating reading achievement levels in schools across the nation. Through partnerships with various school districts, LBLP employs a sensory-cognitive approach alongside teacher coaching and data-driven assessments to produce tangible and long-lasting results.
Highlights of their impactful instructional partnerships include successful programs in diverse locations:
- - Urban Districts in Florida: Students who participated in the Seeing Stars® program displayed remarkable improvements in reading fluency, decoding skills, and overall achievement.
- - Fort Smith Public Schools, Arkansas: At-risk students registered statistically significant enhancements across all reading metrics after integrating Lindamood-Bell's instructional strategies into their curriculum.
- - Eagle Academy Public Charter Schools in Washington, D.C.: Following job-embedded professional development for educators, students demonstrated substantial progress across various reading measurements during the 2023–24 academic year.
Founded nearly 40 years ago, Lindamood-Bell operates with the core belief that every child and adult can learn to read and comprehend at their highest potential. Their evidence-based instructional methodologies have transformed lives, particularly for individuals diagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD, or autism. In addition to running 50 Learning Centers, Lindamood-Bell provides professional development for educators around the globe and contributes to peer-reviewed studies in partnership with prestigious institutions such as MIT and Stanford.
For more insights on their transformative programs and to explore their services, visit www.lindamoodbell.com.
For media inquiries, contact Paul Worthington, Director of Research & Development at [email protected] or call (805) 541-3836.
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