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Bridging the gap between research and practice in effective reading instruction as a community initiative of The Academy for the Science of Instruction.
What is the point of learning to write in a world with AI? Some important reminders from @daisychristo substack.nomoremarking.com/p/what-is-the-…
Behavior + academics go hand in hand.🤝 @Doug_Lemov speaks w/ Genie Baca, an administrator in TX, about the positive impact effective literacy instruction + BOOKS had on students in her building! 💙 Ep.4 of the Knowledge Matters Podcast is a must-listen! tinyurl.com/ynnhd8jd
PaTTAN just published their virtual Maths Conference presentations. A goldmine of information 🌟 youtube.com/playlist?list=…
Surprisingly reading recovery is still in use to attempt to remediate low literacy skills & we should be asking why? Read Chapman & Tunmer’s latest in @LD_Australia Journal of Learning Difficulties, The rise and demise of reading recovery in New Zealand tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…
We assume children today are growing up surrounded by technology & will be able to write effectively using a keyboard. Research suggests this is not necessarily true. We need to actively teach students to type & write using paper & pen too. #Nomanis info.multilit.com/hubfs/Nomanis%…
"Despite rapid advances in computer technology, handwriting with a pencil & paper is likely here to stay." Associate Professor Shawn Datchuk explores how handwriting instruction during the first year of school can improve both writing & reading outcomes 👉 hubs.la/Q03szx7t0
Chalk Dust Podcast Episode 1 In this episode @NathanielRSwain & Rebecca Birch discuss checking for understanding & checking for quality. chalkdust.media/p/episode-1-fr…
Why Inquiry-Based Approaches Harm Students’ Learning by John Sweller @MrZachG discusses biologically primary and secondary knowledge and describes the difference between one way lecturing and effective explicit instruction. educationrickshaw.com/2022/01/02/epi…
Dr Alison Madelaine, Senior Research Fellow (MRU) and Clinical Director of MultiLit Literacy Centres, is presenting ‘Rethinking Tier 1 Spelling Instruction in Primary Classrooms’ on 28 June 2025 at Sharing Best Practice in Gladstone. Book now: hubs.la/Q03szyF60
The latest Bulletin is a great reason why you should join @LD_Australia This latest edition focuses on reading comprehension and has articles from @NathanielRSwain @Doug_Lemov @DTWillingham , Jocelyn Seamer and more Join here 👇 ldaustralia.org/membership/
The best thing about June is this generous offer from @LD_Australia 🤩
Join LDA this June and receive a $60 voucher to spend in our on-demand professional development library. Visit ldaustralia.org for more information.
A recent article claimed that the Science of Learning and Direct Instruction is "neoliberal dogma that is working to de-skill the teaching profession". This is @C_Hendrick’s clear and eloquent response. carlhendrick.substack.com/p/defending-th…
FREE guide from @C_Hendrick What is the Science of Learning? carlhendrick.substack.com/p/free-guide-w…
Find out how to support your students literacy needs with these free webinars.
We are pleased to be hosting a number of free webinars introducing MultiLit’s intervention programs. Register below. MacqLit: hubs.la/Q03qBCLM0 LanguageLift: hubs.la/Q03qBvQ50 Note: All webinars will be recorded and emailed post-event to registrants.
From decline to top rankings: How England transformed education with Nick Gibb. Listen out for the Victorian Education Minister, @BenCarrollMP who gets a mention! youtu.be/P_Sb4_ZoGeE?si… via @YouTube
Another excellent podcast episode. What exactly is automaticity and how do you measure it? Find the answer and so much more in this discussion with @janhasbrouck
You won't want to miss our latest episode with fluency expert Jan Hasbrouck. 🎙️ LISTEN 🎙️ shorturl.at/nhBBL ORF Norms Chart 📊 shorturl.at/v4NJ7
Excellent 🧵on distractions in the classroom and the impact on learning.
Distractions consume more learning time than we tend to think. Here's the lowdown: ↓
Australia has a maths problem, and it starts in primary school. The good news is, there are practical steps principals and teachers can take to turn this around. Our new guide by @hunter_jordana @Amy_L_Haywood Daniel Petrie & @NickJParkinson shows how. buff.ly/Eu1yid4
Student voice continues to be heard in NSW public schools through the NSW Public Schools Surveys, which replaced 'Tell Them From Me' this year. The department-developed survey is open right now and asks students from Year 3-12 about their experiences that affect learning and…
Is it true that teachers who follow a script in the classroom are sacrificing the ‘art’ and creativity of their practice? Sarah Duggan @EducationHQ_AU tackles this question and more by talking to experienced educator @jdtdobson educationhq.com/news/the-scien…
