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What ended up happening is that schools that had a strong plan and had continuity and staffing

actually were able to start getting some good games.

This is Susan Lambert and welcome to Science of Reading the podcast from Amplify,

where the science of reading lives.

Welcome to the start of our new summer series.

If you listen to this show, chances are you know about the literacy transformation

that's been taking place in Mississippi. Mississippi's fourth graders are ranked first for reading,

second for math, when adjusted for demographics. The testing policy in Mississippi is being examined

as a possible model for rapidly improving childhood literacy rates. Crediting the complex statewide strategy for their success.

The country has taken notice of what some have called the Mississippi miracle.

In today's episode, we're going to take a closer look at attempts to replicate Mississippi's success

and explore the key elements in that effort. We'll pay special attention to the

importance of coaching and examine what effective coaching looks like. To do all this, I'm joined by someone

who is a critical part of Mississippi's story. Kelly Butler is now a senior advisor to

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