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This article discusses developing special education teacher candidates who have a solid knowledge of scientifically aligned reading practices. Challenges in preservice teacher education are presented, including alignment of course work and clinical experiences to the robust evidence base in reading science. Key questions and resources are presented to guide teacher education in developing evidence-based reading methods courses and clinical experiences.

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reading education teacher preparation

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Aligning Special Education Teacher Training With Reading Science: Challenges and Recommendations

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