Reviews
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Logic of English Review: Strong program with a delivery ceiling
- A detailed review of Logic of English, examining where it aligns with the science of reading, where its rule-heavy design creates friction, and why delivery quality determines outcomes.
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Hooked on Phonics Review: An outdated approach at a fair price
- A detailed review of Hooked on Phonics, a widely used supplemental phonics program, examining where it succeeds, where it remains outdated, and which students are most at risk of being left behind.
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Mentava Review: A $500/month Case of EdTech Malpractice
- A detailed audit of Mentava, a high-priced phonics app, highlighting its ignorance of the science of reading and strange marketing narrative.
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Reading.com Review: An outdated digital reading tutor
- A detailed audit of Reading.com, a digital reading tutor, highlighting its outdated pedagogy and why it fails to address the needs of the bottom 30-40% of students.