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flag Three Maine teacher prep programs got failing grades for weak reading instruction training, sparking debate over teaching methods and data accuracy.

flag Three Maine public university teacher preparation programs received failing grades from the National Council on Teacher Quality in 2023 for not adequately training future teachers in evidence-based reading instruction, specifically the five pillars of reading. flag The NCTQ evaluated 702 programs nationwide, finding only 25% met standards. flag Maine’s institutions disputed the findings, citing flawed methodology, reliance on outdated syllabi, and lack of full participation due to concerns over data accuracy. flag The debate reflects broader national tensions over reading instruction, with research supporting phonics-based approaches amid declining student reading scores.

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