Foundation for Learning and Literacy

In the podcast “The Importance of Teaching Comprehension in F-2” literacy specialist Diane Snowball joins Phil to spotlight the often-overlooked role of comprehension in early literacy. Diane challenges the notion that comprehension should come only after phonics and...

In Part 3 of our podcast, Sharon continues to highlight an innovative protocol by Dr. Nell Duke and her team that guides teachers in fostering purposeful reading and writing in students. This tool helps teachers ask strategic questions, tailor observations, and...

RNZ 5 November, 2024 John Gerritsen Just months before the government introduces regular phonics testing in primary schools, a UK study claims similar tests in England made little difference to children's reading achievement. The Education Policy Institute said it...

EduTopia October 30, 2024 by Jen Roberts A veteran teacher shows how generative AI tools help her provide nearly 150 students with instant feedback on their writing. Read here

EduResearch Matters November 4, 2024 Christine Evens UNSW As many in the curriculum ‘engine room’ know, curriculum development is a complex collaborative process that is dependent on a range of factors.  Some of those factors include:  legislative frameworks...

The Conversation November 1, 2024 Stephen Dobson Corey Bloomfield Student behaviour is one of the biggest issues facing Australian schools. A survey of Queensland teachers earlier this year found “managing student behaviour” was the main thing taking their time away...