Dr. Amy Murdoch shares the importance of evidence-based reading instruction and the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»’s role in preparing literacy leaders.
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»’s expertise in Reading Science was recently highlighted by Local 12, which featured Dr. Amy Murdoch, Assistant Dean of Reading Science at the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³», in its July 19, 2026, “What’s Happening in Health” broadcast. Dr. Murdoch’s interview begins around the 13-minute mark and highlights the importance of evidence-based approaches to reading instruction.
Dr. Murdoch brings extensive experience in early literacy, research-based instruction and educator preparation to her work at the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³». Her expertise reflects the mission of the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»’s Reading Science programs, which prepare educators to apply scientifically based reading research and become effective literacy leaders.
Through its Reading Science programs and Center for Reading Science, the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» continues to advance research-based literacy education and prepare educators to improve reading outcomes for students.