Category: Literacy Development
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A New Look at NZ’s Literacy and Numeracy Implementation Strategy (2015–2019)
Explore the insights and lessons from New Zealand’s Literacy and Numeracy Implementation Strategy 2015-2019. Discover how these experiences shape future educational policies, fostering an inclusive, literate, and numerate society in Aotearoa. Join us in charting a path towards a dynamic and inclusive educational future.
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2023 Library of Congress Literacy Award: Manako Team at Ako Aotearoa Celebrates Global Recognition
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in Education, Adult Education and Literacy, Adult Learning, Ako Aotearoa, Awards and Recognition, Cultural Capability, Educational Excellence, Educator Professional Development, Embed literacy and numeracy, International Events, Literacy, Literacy and Numeracy, Literacy Development, Literacy Promotion, Maori, Māori Education, Professional Development, Teacher professional development, Tertiary, Tertiary EducationAko Aotearoa’s Manako team receive global recognition at the Library of Congress Literacy Awards 2023. Discover how these New Zealand-based programmes are transforming tertiary education through innovative literacy practices and core values like Whanaungatanga and Aroha.
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The Challenges of Making Literacy and Numeracy Sexy: An In-depth Exploration
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in Education, adult education, Adult Education and Literacy, Adult Learning, Adult vocational education, Education and learning, education and training, Education delivery model, Education resources, Education Strategies, education technology, Embed literacy and numeracy, Empowerment in Education, Literacy, Literacy and Numeracy, Literacy Development, Literacy Numeracy Professionals, Low literacy levels, Maori literacy initiatives, Maori literacy numeracy initiatives, Pacific Literacy Initiatives, Special Education and Support Services, Tertiary Education Insights, Values-driven TeachingExplore the transformation of Literacy and Numeracy (LN) education. Moving away from uninviting traditional methods, this article introduces a values-driven approach, focusing on principles like manaakitanga and real-world relevance. Discover how embracing a holistic philosophy can make LN not just “sexy,” but empowering and essential.
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Understanding Literacy Difficulties & Learning Differences: Guest Post by Annette Tofaeono
Explore the complexities of literacy difficulties with Annette Tofaeono’s in-depth analysis, delving into the Simple View of Reading theory, the role of decoding and comprehension, and the importance of multisensory learning approaches for fostering academic success.