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The Science of Literacy: Education Matters

Recent state legislation aims to improve literacy and writing skills among Kentucky students. Host Kelsey Starks and a panel of education leaders, policymakers and advocates explore the evidence-based reading techniques that boost reading proficiency and examine a new law returning cursive writing instruction to Kentucky classrooms. A 2025 KET production.
Season 16 Episode 3 Length 57:03 Premiere: 09/15/25

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Education Matters, hosted by Kelsey Starks, is a one-hour public affairs program focused on education topics for parents, students and teachers.

Topics discussed this season include reading proficiency, writing skills, a new law that returns cursive instruction to the classroom and more.

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Resources for The Science of Literacy: Education Matters

These resources were mentioned in or consulted for the “The Science of Literacy” episode of Education Matters, which premiered on KET on Monday, September 15, 2025.

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Resources for Paths for Success: Education Matters

These resources were mentioned in or consulted for the “Paths for Success” episode of Education Matters, which premiered on KET on Monday, November 8, 2025.

Resources for Paying for College 2026: Education Matters

These resources were mentioned in or consulted for the “Paying for College 2026” episode of Education Matters, which premiered on KET on Monday, October 13, 2025.

Resources for The Science of Literacy: Education Matters

These resources were mentioned in or consulted for the “The Science of Literacy” episode of Education Matters, which premiered on KET on Monday, September 15, 2025.

Resources for Families: Education Matters

These resources were mentioned in or consulted for the “Resources for Families” episode of Education Matters, which premiered on KET on Monday, August 18, 2025.

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