Why didn the Panel examine any other research topics?
The Panel selected the issues in the report because they have been the subjects of a wide variety of studies, theories, instructional programs, and educational policies. Using the findings of the National Research Council as a foundation to build upon, the Panel also considered the testimony from the public regional hearings when deciding which topics to study. Through this review, the Panel concluded that these topics are widely regarded as the central issues in reading instruction and reading improvement. Nevertheless, the Panel recognizes that other topics may have an impact on reading instruction. Each of the reports of the subgroups identifies areas recommended for future research.
