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The phonics debate- learning to read systematic synthetic phonics V phonics in context

by Georgina Smith | Aug 15, 2018 | Dyslexia, phonics in context, systematic synthetic phonics, Uncategorized

I’ve recently watched a fabulous debate on systematic synthetic phonics V phonics in context and whole word reading development of literacy skills.  The debate at the Australia College of Education was opened by Education Minister, Rob Stokes. The Education...

Whole word recognition and literacy- Georgina Smith of CodeBreakers- SEN Jigsaw 2018

by Georgina Smith | Jan 22, 2018 | Dyslexia, Reading, SEN Jigsaw Conference 2018, Spelling

  Dyslexia assessor and tutor, Georgina Smith, the author of CodeBreakers® is also the co-organiser of the SEN Jigsaw Conference.  Read on to find out about her workshop at the SEN Jigsaw. How whole word recognition does not support all our learners. Please could you...

Why doesn’t my dyslexic child retain what they have learned?

by Georgina Smith | Jan 19, 2018 | Dyslexia, Reading, Schools, Spelling

  Why doesn’t my dyslexic child retain what they have learned? When I get a phone call from parents asking about assessments they will often say their child is bright and intelligent but they struggle to understand why they don’t retain information. There can be...

How can I use a dictionary to correct spelling, when I can’t spell?!

by Georgina Smith | Jan 19, 2018 | Dyslexia, Reading, Schools, Spelling

When meeting and assessing students for the first time, often one of the things discussed will be checking work for spelling mistakes and using a dictionary.  I usually hear a groan when I ask students if they use a dictionary and the response, “How can I use a...

How can we make the weekly spelling test experience better for children with dyslexia?

by Georgina Smith | Jan 19, 2018 | Dyslexia, Schools, Spelling

At some point during the week parents of children in years 1-4 of primary school will be experiencing the stress of “The weekly spelling test”. It’s quite common for students of all ages to struggle retaining spellings.  I’m aware that the school...
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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

Well said. Did you watch The Write Offs last night?
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Fun but never frivolous, The Write Offs proves we need to talk more about adult literacy

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The two-part series takes eight adults who can't read and write back to school, teaching them literacy skills that will change their lives
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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

Absolutely overwhelmed by the nation's response to Tommy's story #thewriteoffs
We've become true friends
Read more about our journey on the programme
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***Exclusive*** - The Write Offs- Shine TV & Channel 4 - Adult learner with Dyslexia uses CodeBreakers to develop reading and spelling skills. - Codebreakers

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The Write Offs, is a programme on Channel 4 made by Shine TV. It focuses on adults with Dyslexia and poor literacy skills, demonstrating how this impacts individuals, their strategies and need for sup...
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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

Keep watching after Bake Off tonight
www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-8748057/New-series-Write-Offs-explores-staggering-adult-illite...

The Write Offs explores staggering adult illiteracy rates in UK
New two-part Channel 4 show The Write Offs will explore the staggeringly high adult illiteracy rates in the UK. It features Tommy, 67, Emily, 23, and Craig, 31, all of whom are dyslexic. ... See MoreSee Less

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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

Tonight after Bake Off

I'm so proud to have worked on this programme highlighting adult literacy needs

www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/12731738/read-spell-channel-4-the-write-offs-documentary/ ... See MoreSee Less

We couldn't read or spell until new C4 doc gave us a life-changing opportunity

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WHEN Emily Dickinson got the train to visit a friend she ended up in floods of tears –  because she could not read the signs. That trip to London four years ago was the last time the mother of two...
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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

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CodeBreakers- Dyslexia Programme, Tuition & Assessment- Sen/Spld Support

I'll being doing a whole series of interviews on Tuesday 22nd September from 10.30 am - Talking about Adult literacy difficulties and The Write Offs on Channel 4

Tune in to one of your local stations

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