The Reading Instruction Show
Dr. Andy JohnsonThe Reading Instruction Show is a podcast about reading instruction (and other things) with a little bit of attitude. There is plenty here to inform and entertain all. And, by the way, I'm not trying to sell any books. I don't have any curriculum or programs to market. I don't accept speaking fees. And, I don't ever want to be a consultant.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 332 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CoursesEducationEducation for KidsKids & Family | |||
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If you’re looking for accessible, research-based information that slices through the endless loads of overly worded baloney, I would encourage you to subscribe to my free Substack, The Reading Instruction Show.
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The National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) recently put out another technical report. This technical report graded 700 teacher preparation programs across the country (Ellis, et al., 2026). However, a critical evaluation shows why this report can... more
Matthew 7: 1-2.
“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you.”
My MAGA Christian friends tell me I’m not supposed to judge them. They quote Matth... more
If you’re looking for accessible, research-based information that slices through the endless loads of overly worded baloney, I would encourage you to subscribe to my free Substack, The Reading Instruction Show.
Substack: The Reading Instruction Show... more
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This man knows what he’s talking about. He clearly understands literacy research and is magnifying the many, many issues that reading researchers have with SOR mania. The zealots will look foolish when this is all over, and Dr. Johnson will be standing tall on the mountains of evidence we have.
We’ll all look back on this time as a dark time in literacy education. Schools have thrown out perfectly good materials based on faulty interpretations of the science, mostly spurred by a poorly researc... more
Apple Podcasts5bethager
United States2 years ago - No real substance, just insults
I started listening to this podcast after I listened to “Sold a Story”. I wanted to learn more about literacy education from a different perspective. This podcast has actually solidified my support for the Science of Reading (SoR) as the presenter does little more than repeatedly call SoR supporters clowns and say to listen to experts. He constantly says that non-SoR approaches are supported by research, but never cites those studies.
This is an entertaining podcast to listen to, but adds litt... more
Apple Podcasts1oddmountainUnited States3 years ago - He’s say anything to make a buck
Just another biased man who will say or defend anything to sell his curriculum and books. His audience is ignorant people because they don’t know any better.
Apple Podcasts1April118653United States3 years ago - Thank You
It is important that we read peer reviewed journals, listen to experts, and take advice from people actually in the field of education. Thank you for talking about literacy in a way that makes sense for all readers. It is infuriating that so many people are spreading misinformation about what is really going on in our schools. This podcast might not be as flashy or dramatic as Hanford’s but it actually uses data, proven facts and the podcaster is a professional in the field of education.
Apple Podcasts5jes565United States3 years ago - 1 star for effort
I listen to one episode of this podcast looking at the reading wars. It quickly became obvious that this guy is a standard prog. he describes anyone who criticises Ken Goodman as a “flapping penguin”, something he will no doubt claim was just a joke, but which rather undermines his message of being someone with serious credibility.
He spent a large portion of the podcast attacking Emily Hanford, for reasons, entirely unrelated to the story. He claims, for example that she is a journalist, and t... more
Apple Podcasts1urusainaa
United Kingdom3 years ago
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This show centers on literacy and reading instruction, often debating how research translates into classroom practice. Episodes mix critical takes on the science of reading with practical guidance on phonics, comprehension, and balanced approaches, while also exploring policy, advocacy, and broader educational dynamics. A recurring thread is scrutinizing how research is presented and applied in schools, with a distinctive blend of data-driven critique, accessible explanations, and occasionally provocative humor that aims to widen audience understanding beyond academic circles. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex topics, attention to real-world classroom impact, and a willingness to challenge prevailing narratives around ... more
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