Teaching a child to read is all about "decoding," a fundamental skill in which readers sound out unfamiliar words. While it may seem like a fancy educational term — and some parents will hear it ...

Speculative decoding shines in tasks like summarization, where it’s easier to predict text patterns, leading to a noticeable boost in how quickly these tasks can be completed.

Reading instruction is full of jargon. Here's a breakdown of terms parents should know to better understand how literacy is taught.