The Importance of Argument in Reading Instruction
From The Reading Instruction Show by Dr. Andy Johnson
February 19, 2026 · 7 min · Season 26 · Episode 13
About this episode
This episode discusses the significance of argumentation in the context of reading instruction and its role in academic discourse.
The argumentation process is the foundation of academic discourse within the academy. It’s worked well for centuries, enabling our various academic fields to continually evolve. These arguments usually take place in academic journals, academic conferences, and various other academic presentations.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Andy Johnson
Topics covered
- argumentation
- reading instruction
- academic discourse
- education
- evolution of academic fields
Keywords
- argumentation
- reading instruction
- academic discourse
- education
- academic journals
- conferences
- presentations
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