“In The Know” Blog
Read insightful commentary and reflections from experts, advocates, and practitioners who delve into the science of learning and highlight the essential role of background knowledge.
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It’s New Podcast Day! “Literacy and the Science of Learning” Starts Now
Check out episode 1: “Dylan Wiliam on How the Brain Learns”! - Barbara Davidson
06/24/2025
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New Podcast Season! “Literacy and the Science of Learning” Starts 6/24
Join Hosts Dylan Wiliam, Doug Lemov, and Natalie Wexler for Season 3. - Barbara Davidson
06/17/2025
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This This State Is Achieving Impressive Reading Gains. Why?
The high-quality curriculum that sets teachers up for success - Rick Hess, Matthew Levey
05/22/2025
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Louisiana Social Studies Visit Spotlighted in New York Times
In Ouachita Parish Schools, students and teachers use high-quality, knowledge-building curricula. - Barbara Davidson
05/12/2025
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Meet Lady Liberty: An Historic Icon for America, and for Us
Unveiling the History Matters Campaign logo. - Matthew Levey
03/18/2025
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Reading Tests Are Out of Step with Reality. There’s a Better Way.
Interim assessments that follow research can enhance teaching and learning. - Susan Pimentel and David Liben
02/25/2025
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The Case for Storytelling in History Curriculum
Stories stick in our mind. History is full of great ones. High-quality curriculum should include them. - Matthew Levey
01/22/2025
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Can Social Studies Benefit from Lessons Learned in ELA?
A retrospective on visiting ELA classrooms over the last seven years. - Barbara Davidson
01/08/2025
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“Unsung Heroes” Webinar Series: Get to Know the MVPs of Reading Comprehension
The series features experts from inside and outside of the classroom. - Knowledge Matters Campaign
12/16/2024
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A History Lesson for the Future of Social Studies, Courtesy of the High-Quality Curriculum Movement
It’s time to get serious about social studies. - Barbara Davidson and Kristen McQuillan
11/12/2024
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Today’s the Day! The Knowledge Matters Podcast Season 2 Is Here
Check out the first two episodes of “Know Better, Do Better: Comprehension.” - Barbara Davidson
10/15/2024
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The Knowledge Matters Podcast is Back! Season 2 Starts 10/15
This season’s hosts are literacy experts David and Meredith Liben, who draw from decades of teaching experience. - Barbara Davidson
10/08/2024
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Nearly 50 Schools and Counting: Who’s Next?
We are are issuing an open call for nominations of districts to visit this year. - Barbara Davidson
09/04/2024
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Debuting a feature video on one district’s journey with HQIM-ELA
We are so grateful to the Cecil County community for letting us be a part of their remarkable HQIM journey. - Barbara Davidson
08/20/2024
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No Statute of Limitations on Learning to Read Well: What do Upper-Level Students Need When They Are Struggling to Read?
American educators need a better playbook. - Susan Pimentel, David Liben and Meredith Liben
08/13/2024
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The Campaign for Knowledge-Rich Curricula is Winning
We see ever-growing awareness of the important role of content knowledge to literacy success. - Barbara Davidson
05/31/2024
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For Stronger Readers in Third Grade, Start Building Knowledge in Preschool
Early-learning experiences can shape lifelong learning habits and accelerate literacy. - Susan B. Neuman and Lily Wong Fillmore
05/08/2024
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Beyond the Word Wall: Building Knowledge Transfer Over Time to Accelerate Student Learning
Revisiting Jimmy Kim’s important study demonstrating “transfer effect." - Ethan Scherer
02/26/2024
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Knowledge-Rich Curricula Advance in a Remarkable Adoption Season
Wisconsin offers a model for curriculum evaluation. - Barbara Davidson
02/18/2024
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A Tipping Point for Knowledge
We close the year with much to celebrate – and a preview of the work ahead in 2024. - Barbara Davidson
12/15/2023
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Scaling the “Dinosaur Effect”: Topic vs. Theme in Elementary Classrooms
How does this happen? It turns out research has an answer. - Susan Pimentel, David Liben, and Meredith Liben
06/14/2023
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School-Wide Efforts to Build Knowledge Over Time Matter for Later Reading Achievement
Grissmer studied knowledge-building across subjects for a period of several years. - Sonia Q. Cabell
04/17/2023
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Integrating Science and Literacy from the Start of School
Opportunities for science learning can enhance opportunities for literacy learning. - Tanya S. Wright and Amelia Wenk Gotwals
04/04/2023
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Ten Practical Recommendations for Educators from Our Scientific Advisory Committee
Fourteen of the country’s leading education researchers debut a new series. - Knowledge Matters Campaign
03/24/2023