Annemarie Sullivan Palincsar

Annemarie Sullivan Palincsar is an educational psychologist known for her research on reading and learning strategies. She developed methods to help students become more effective, independent learners by teaching them how to think about their thinking, especially during reading. Her work emphasizes the importance of guided instruction, where teachers support students in developing strategies like questioning, summarizing, and clarifying to improve comprehension and critical thinking. Her contributions have significantly influenced how educators approach teaching reading and fostering active, reflective learners.