The Literacy View
The Literacy View
Judy Boksner
Background Knowledge Fact vs Fiction What Every Teacher Needs to Know with Dr. Timothy Shanahan
1 hour 22 minutes Posted Nov 18, 2025 at 5:00 am.
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Episode 149 🎧 What This Breaking News Episode Delivers Dr. Timothy Shanahan joins us to bring absolute clarity to one of the most misunderstood topics in literacy. Educators get a clear explanation of what background knowledge truly is and what it is not. You will learn how to separate fact from fiction and understand what the research actually supports without jargon or confusion. By the end of this episode, educators will be able to spot misinformation quickly, understand the real story beh...