Phonics testing is underway this week. The Schools Minister, Nick Gibb has backed the controversial reading test and insisted that phonics is the most effective way to teach children to read. His belief is based upon the findings of the seven year Clackmannshire study by Johnston and Watson (2005). (insert link http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2005/02/20682/52383) Three hundred children… Continue reading 600,000 children in England begin phonics testing
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New Early Years Foundation Stage Framework published today
A greater emphasis upon phonics is proposed. There are now 7 areas of learning – literacy is a separate area. This is good news for ‘Sounds and Symbols’ – this programme fits perfectly with these proposals. Not so good news for having to rewrite and reincorporate new proposals in my book! Deadline for completed manuscript… Continue reading New Early Years Foundation Stage Framework published today
Angela Harrison, Education Correspondent for the BBC News report
‘New ‘phonics’ tests are being introduced to year one primary children next summer (2012). Trials have been completed this year. The tests aim to identify children who may have reading difficulties in order that they may get extra reading help.’ Phonics is the method of teaching children to read by correlating sounds with letters or… Continue reading Angela Harrison, Education Correspondent for the BBC News report