Literacy Leadership Part 3 - Return on Investment
Posted: Sat Dec 17, 2016 11:05 am
The 'Thinking-Reading' blog is excellent, focusing on reading instruction in secondary schools - here is an example of a posting with the topic of investing in older, weaker readers that has been drawn to my attention via Twitter:
Actually, I suggest you start with 'Part 1' first, then proceed to 'Part 2' and, finally, 'Part 3':
https://thinkingreadingwritings.wordpre ... eadership/
https://thinkingreadingwritings.wordpre ... omment-872Literacy Leadership Part 3: Return on Investment
written by Horatio Speaks
Smart leaders invest wisely. Investment in reading has long-term payoffs.
Actually, I suggest you start with 'Part 1' first, then proceed to 'Part 2' and, finally, 'Part 3':
https://thinkingreadingwritings.wordpre ... eadership/
https://thinkingreadingwritings.wordpre ... ip-part-2/Literacy Leadership Part 1: Clear Vision
written by Horatio Speaks
What does it take to see real change in literacy outcomes?
When it comes to literacy, we all agree that it’s important. But that’s often the extent of our impact. There are multiple reasons why literacy intervention at secondary school often founders, and does so repeatedly. Here are five key reasons:
1) Erroneous beliefs and assumptions
2) Conflicting priorities
3) Token allocation of time, staffing or resources
4) Ineffective programmes
5) Ineffective teaching
Each of these is worth a post in itself, but the common thread is that all of these issues are under the control – and the responsibility – of school leaders. We know from our work with schools that leaders who address these issues, and all the baggage that comes with them, are able to achieve striking results. Conversely, we know that where these issues aren’t addressed, funds, staffing and student time may be squandered for few if any gains. Why are the differences so glaring?
Literacy Leadership Part 2: Building With Care
written by Horatio Speaks
Transformation can be incremental