Connecticut Study

The Connecticut Study was a research project conducted in the 1980s to understand how children develop reading skills and what factors influence their success. It followed students over several years, examining their education, home environment, and instruction methods. The study found that early reading skills, quality teaching, and a supportive learning environment are crucial for children’s literacy development. Its findings helped shape educational policies and teaching practices by emphasizing the importance of early intervention and effective reading programs to improve literacy outcomes for all students.