Best of: The future of reading

In this episode of "The Future of Everything," host Russ Altman interviews Rebecca Silverman, a professor of education at Stanford University, about the complexities of learning to read. They discuss the challenges of decoding and linguistic comprehension, the variability in reading acquisition among children, and the impact of different languages and cultures on learning to read. Silverman shares insights on identifying and supporting children with reading difficulties, the role of technology in reading instruction, and the importance of family involvement. The conversation also explores the potential of AI in assisting teachers and personalizing reading programs, while emphasizing the need for human oversight in integrating technology into education.