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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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Do games have a place in learning to read and spell for students with dyslexia? - Codebreakers

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Do games have a place in learning to read and spell for students with dyslexia? As a member of PATOSS I receive the bi-annual Bulletin Journal. I read with interest an article entitled, “Does Moveme...
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