PLD recommends commencing explicit SSP instruction as early as possible in Term 1. Some schools new to implementing PLD used a pupil-free day at the end of the previous year, or the beginning of this new school year, to review handover screening whilst watching the online courses. However, there will be other schools that are […]
To inspire and focus teachers for the term ahead, be sure to view and forward these short refresher clips. The clips provide concise, relevant, and actionable tips for effective PLD teaching sequence implementation within the classroom. In these succinct videos, we also explain how to cater to the range in student ability by using screening […]
As a part of the 2023 WA Department of Education Phonics Initiative, WA schools will be required to complete an annual phonics assessment for Year 1 students from the start of 2023. The annual assessment will help teachers to identify students who require additional support to develop essential phonics skills. The WA Department of Education […]
What is Blending and Why is it a Necessary Skill in SSP Programs The two skills required to decode written words are letter-sound knowledge and blending phonemes (Muter et al., 2004). The skill of blending requires students to understand that spoken words are comprised of a series of individual sounds. For example, the word ‘sun’ […]
The ultimate goal for any teacher is to enable their students to express themselves through authentic writing. However, achieving this level of literacy independence requires a solid foundation in reading and writing skills. Phonic dictation is an essential component in this process. Dictation serves as a bridge to independent writing whereby students are able to […]
Many schools take the opportunity to commence PLD implementation on pupil-free days at the beginning or end of the school year. Typically, half a day is sufficient time for staff to familiarise themselves with PLD’s programs, screening, downloadable manuals, online courses, and processing of the testing. Naturally, questions will arise, but the allocation of a […]
What are the RTI or MTS Models? The response to intervention (RTI) or multi-tiered system (MTS) model is an approach designed to identify and provide appropriate support to students who require more intensity or differentiated instruction to engage or progress in their learning. Core principles of RTI include multi-tiered systems of support, early intervention, data-driven […]
Home practice of phonic concepts taught at school through the use of decodable reading material provides students with an opportunity to consolidate their learning and increase the amount of oral reading time provided. Students need multiple opportunities and extensive practice of reading in connected text to support autonomous word recognition (Kuhn et al., 2010). What […]
Learning to read is more than just an essential life skill, it opens up entirely new worlds and possibilities. However, as we all know, it is an area of learning which can be challenging. For some children, this can mean stress, anxiety and difficulties progressing academically. Research shows us that poor literacy skills are linked […]
PLD gets asked to provide support and feedback on tracking sheets regularly. This is a complimentary service that we happily provide to schools implementing PLD, but we do ask that tracking sheets are submitted in the recommended format. PLD receives hundreds of support requests each week and if the tracking sheets aren’t meeting the PLD requirements, we […]
Are you confident with your Term 2 teaching programs and the PLD teaching sequence? Do you know exactly what PLD programs to teach and when to implement the PLD teaching sequence? In these 7 to 10-minute videos, Diana Rigg guides teachers through the most important areas to focus on during Term 2, PLD scope and sequence and how […]
To inspire and focus your teachers for the term ahead, be sure to forward them these short refresher clips. The clips provide concise, relevant, and actionable tips for effective PLD phonics implementation within the classroom. In these succinct videos, we also explain how to cater to the range in student ability by using screening and […]
To inspire and focus your teachers for the term ahead, be sure to forward them these short refresher clips. The clips provide concise, relevant, and actionable tips for effective PLD phonic sequence implementation within the classroom. These succinct videos, provide reminders, on the PLD sequence, teaching, testing, tracking, and catering to the range in student […]
PLD can be implemented at any time throughout the school year. PLD recommends commencing explicit SSP instruction and regular screening and tracking as early as possible to make the most of the teaching weeks within the school year. This article provides a comprehensive guide to kickstarting PLD in Term 2. The implementation of PLD can […]
Commencing in Semester 2 has its advantages because staff can become familiar with PLD’s programs, and implementation issues can be resolved all before the start of a new school year. This article provides a comprehensive guide to kickstarting PLD in Term 3. The implementation of PLD can be initiated at any point during the school […]
Whilst initiating a new Structured Synthetic Phonics (SSP) program in Term 4 might seem unnecessary, it offers distinct benefits. It allows staff to familiarise themselves with PLD’s screening and tracking procedures, teaching sequences, and downloadable manuals. This preparation sets them up to commence the next school year with ample resources, confidence, and expertise to implement […]
Reading is a vital skill we use multiple times a day, often with minimal effort. However, this ability to read effortlessly, to understand different texts and read with pace, expression and fluency, is not a naturally developing milestone or innate ability. It requires explicit instruction and rehearsal of many components, which are identified in educational […]
The complete guide to literacy development in childhood and primary school in Australia. Everything for teachers and parents to know.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 2021 Australian Educational Publishing Awards were held online in September. Celebrating its 28th year, the awards evening brought together publishers to acknowledge excellence and award businesses going above and beyond for the advancement of students. Organised by the Australian Publishers Association, the prestigious annual Educational Publishing Awards reward excellence and […]
The most fundamental responsibility of schools is teaching students to read, spell and write. Literacy affects academic performance in all subjects and is associated with later social, emotional, economic and physical health. The UK Phonics Screening Check assists teachers in identifying early gaps in students’ reading ability. After decades of multidisciplinary research, the scientific community […]
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