#ukedchat Archive

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Thursday June 1, 2017
3:00 PM EDT

  • genebennett7 Jun 1 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    Should schools ditch textbooks and let pupils experiment in science lessons? : #ukedchat #science #education https://t.co/vd7ZnQsBfp
  • participatechat Jun 1 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #ukedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/fjEpJ95a6O
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    It's 8pm & time for #UKEdChat. Tonight we are discussing 'Supporting Poor Readers'. Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets. Q1 coming up
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    It's 8pm & time for #UKEdChat. Tonight we are discussing 'Supporting Poor Readers'. Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets. Q1 coming up
  • ICTmagic - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:00 PM EDT
    Get the free #UKEdChat Android/iOS app: Pedagogy, @ICTmagic links & @UKEdMag in your pocket https://t.co/vjEf1P6JTF https://t.co/XdYmCX5RvD
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:01 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q1 What are the problems that you have seen, for pupils who struggle to read? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:01 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q1 What are the problems that you have seen, for pupils who struggle to read? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • JCLGeo Jun 1 @ 3:02 PM EDT
    Q1 They lack the knowledge and understandin of context to decode the meaning of unknown words based on their usage. #UkEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    A1 Struggles with early phonics and sounds. Lack of support at home #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • TeacherToolkit Jun 1 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    Missed the latest blog? Catch up here >> 10 Ways To Keep Well https://t.co/cZ3Sea1o8U #ukedchat
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    comprehension and inference #ukedchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:04 PM EDT
    A vicious cycle of low confidence leading to lack of enjoyment - esp when reading aloud #ukedchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:05 PM EDT
    A1 #UKEdChat - I have seen some really bright students in KS3 whose ability for reading is poor, therefore holding them back in many ways
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • anmajac Jun 1 @ 3:05 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat I feel the main problems with struggling readers have to be their lack of self esteem +the likelihood they will misbehave to cover
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:05 PM EDT
    How can we develop this skill when the context can elude the reader until the sentence has been decoded? #ChickenAndEgg #UKEdChat
    In reply to @JCLGeo
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:07 PM EDT
    I’d agree #UKEdChat and it’s a real shame, as they often have the ability, but poor reading skills hold some back.
    In reply to @JCLGeo, @ukedchat
  • SharonSmith_edu Jun 1 @ 3:07 PM EDT
    A1 There are huge problems at KS4-new GCSEs are inaccessible for weaker readers, regardless of their subject knowledge. #ukedchat
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:08 PM EDT
    Maybe discussion of context then time to decode on their own before reading aloud to adult might help? #UKEdchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:08 PM EDT
    How can we break this cycle? #ukedchat
    In reply to @anmajac
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:08 PM EDT
    yes poor reading t holds them back in may ways #ukedchat
    In reply to @digicoled, @ukedchat
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    #UkEdChat the issue for most is that they do not have the basic skills. Word recognition, sight words etc.
    In reply to @UKEdSch
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    it is important to instil a love of reading as early as possible #ukedchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    That’s what I fear #ukedchat Many have the skills and ability in subjects, but reading assessment/exam questions can hold them back :-(
    In reply to @SharonSmith_edu
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q2. What are the interventions available for supporting pupils who struggle to read? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q2. What are the interventions available for supporting pupils who struggle to read? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:09 PM EDT
    I agree that early intervention is required, but what about those who slip through the net? #UKEdChat
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    Agreed. Why does this seem to happen for so many children? What is switching them off? #ukedchat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:10 PM EDT
    How do you go around making sure this skill gap is plugged? #UkEdChat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @ukedchat
  • UKEd_EMids Jun 1 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    How can we address this gap? #UkEdChat
    • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:04 PM EDT
      A vicious cycle of low confidence leading to lack of enjoyment - esp when reading aloud #ukedchat
      In reply to @ukedchat
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    A2 Give them access to good libraries with librarians who can help inspire them to love reading.Alongside teaching them the skills #ukedchat
  • JillEGreenwood Jun 1 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat from a parental pov, the materials used turn them off. Biff&Chip are dull. 6kids, only 2 read. Gson also switched off
    In reply to @ukedchat, @anmajac
  • WasiqUK Jun 1 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    Confidence #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • MrPatelsawesome Jun 1 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    Not enough support #ukedchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • UKEd_EMids Jun 1 @ 3:11 PM EDT
    How can we make sure child feel more confident about reading? #UkEdChat
    • anmajac Jun 1 @ 3:05 PM EDT
      #UKEdChat I feel the main problems with struggling readers have to be their lack of self esteem +the likelihood they will misbehave to cover
      In reply to @ukedchat
  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    A2 I have used @nightzookeeper to aid both reading & writing. One to one guided reading support seems to be the usual intervention #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat, @nightzookeeper
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    For secondary school, surely the identification should be done as soon as they walk into Year 7 #UKEdChat What’s on offer?
    In reply to @MrPatelsawesome, @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    How can confidence be reinstated when pupils believe they are behind their peers? #ukedchat
    In reply to @WasiqUK
  • anmajac Jun 1 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    #ukedchat the million dollar question! I try to engage struggling readers by finding out their interests and get books/ comics to support.
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • JillEGreenwood Jun 1 @ 3:12 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat as a Form Tutor, struggling rdrs forced to attend morning reading but denied books of choice. 1wanted Fantastic Mr Fox, but denied
    In reply to @ukedchat, @anmajac
  • OLewis_coaching Jun 1 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    I'm glad you've learnt lots this evening! I'm sure you know more than you realise. Post #MovingOnEdChat give #ukedchat a go now
    In reply to @MrSmithKS1, @MovingOnEd
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    I’d agree #UKEdChat How can the confidence levels be increased? Perhaps seeing more teachers reading?
    In reply to @WasiqUK, @ukedchat
  • SharonSmith_edu Jun 1 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    that's the reality I've see. The 19th century texts in particular for English mean that even capable Ss struggle. #ukedchat
    In reply to @digicoled
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:13 PM EDT
    Which is great … if it works #UKEdChat - Does it?
    In reply to @MrPatelsawesome, @ukedchat
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    How do we address this? How can we make sure these poor readers are targeted effectively? #UKEDChat
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @digicoled, @ukedchat
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    The love of reading is more than learning the words. Sharing good books with them and modelling good practice #ukedchat
    In reply to @digicoled, @ukedchat
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:14 PM EDT
    Best interventions I've used is let them choose reading material and prepare (even with help) before showing off reading to others #UKEdchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    Do you find that pupils are more engaged when reading comics? Does this lead to dependency on graphical reading material? #ukedchat
    In reply to @anmajac
  • MrPatelsawesome Jun 1 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    #ukedchat
    In reply to @digicoled, @ukedchat
  • Vivgrant Jun 1 @ 3:15 PM EDT
    Why Headteacher Stories of Vulnerability Strengthens Education https://t.co/pk4pqGvqTh #Sltchat #ukedchat #womened
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    To me, that’s the whole point of this chat #UKEdChat I see really bright KS3 pupils with loads of ability held back due to reading ability.
    In reply to @MrPatelsawesome, @ukedchat
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Totally agree. Love seeing children being enthusiastic about books, even if they cannot read them completely #UKEDChat
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @digicoled, @ukedchat
  • WasiqUK Jun 1 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Confidence isn't linked only to what position students are from their peers. It's complex. #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • t_bez12 Jun 1 @ 3:16 PM EDT
    Felipe leading the way on why we need to reimagine schooling, learning and whole education systems. #ukedchat #edchat #21stedchat
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:17 PM EDT
    Time consuming but - prediscuss context, allow time to prepare,read aloud when confident. #ukedchat
    In reply to @UKEd_EMids
  • anmajac Jun 1 @ 3:17 PM EDT
    #ukedchat Comics are a very useful tool to use with students with poor attention spans, I haven't found it leads to such dependency.
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    Love the idea of family reading days. A day centred around families and their love of reading #UKEDChat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @ukedchat
  • MikeTweetham Jun 1 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    Share a sticker you'd like to see #edchat #ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:18 PM EDT
    Do more able pupils also get value from comics in your experience? #ukedchat
    In reply to @anmajac
  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    Go back to basics and check phonic knowledge, blending skills, sight recognition and memory #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • RealMrJohnston Jun 1 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    If I were to write a blog (unleashing the subjunctive verb form), what should the first post be about? #PrimaryRocks #ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q3. What other resources or activities are available to support pupils who struggle to read? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q3. What other resources or activities are available to support pupils who struggle to read? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:19 PM EDT
    Sharing books is a step towards your reading journey :) #ukedchat
    In reply to @nickotkdV, @digicoled, @ukedchat
  • LessonToolbox Jun 1 @ 3:20 PM EDT
    "Oracy Across The Curriculum" new workshop w/ @talkthetalkuk at #LTaLSC17 Join us 24th June - https://t.co/dicaDla8QA #ukedchat #engchat
  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:20 PM EDT
    Show a reading culture And find a text that interests them. Support their reading and model strategies for success #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • UKEd_EMids Jun 1 @ 3:20 PM EDT
    Agreed. #ukedchat
    • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:16 PM EDT
      no easy fix here but modelling the 💜of reading & providing oops v early on -class books, special days with families etc
      In reply to @nickotkdV, @ukedchat
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    This sounds great but many would not have time for this. It is the families that struggle to read too that would not join in #ukedchat
    In reply to @nickotkdV, @ChristallaJ, @ukedchat
  • SharonSmith_edu Jun 1 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    A2 lots of successful interventions, but key at KS3/4 is age appropriate reading material for lower ability to promote engagement #UKEdChat
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:21 PM EDT
    Is there a way of encouraging these reluctant adult readers? #UKEDChat
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @ChristallaJ, @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    Were any reasons given for this? Choice would seem to be a good way to foster engagement. https://t.co/cy5U2voRiA #ukedchat
    In reply to @JillEGreenwood, @anmajac
    • JillEGreenwood Jun 1 @ 3:12 PM EDT
      #UKEdChat as a Form Tutor, struggling rdrs forced to attend morning reading but denied books of choice. 1wanted Fantastic Mr Fox, but denied
      In reply to @ukedchat, @anmajac
  • anmajac Jun 1 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    #ukedchat If the comics are on topics which interest them, yes some of the more able students get value from them too
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:22 PM EDT
    Agreed! Modelling is essential. Get T's to read in the library - for themselves! Have the caretaker read next to the headteacher #ukedchat
    In reply to @ey_inspiration1, @ukedchat
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:23 PM EDT
    #UKEDChat
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:23 PM EDT
    I have found that using reading apps on iPads or other tablets works, especially if you can adjust the background colour #UKEdChat
    In reply to @UKEdSch
  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:23 PM EDT
    A3 Plenty of ideas here https://t.co/latXvqP1xU #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:24 PM EDT
    Yes we have dads and lads reading sessions! It's vital to show the purpose or need to read esp to the boys #UKEDChat
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @ukedchat
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:25 PM EDT
    Have them join their kids in the library for a shared reading experience during lunch. No pressure, read the paper, whatever. #ukedchat
    In reply to @nickotkdV, @ChristallaJ, @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    Remember the #ukedchat hashtag 😊 https://t.co/l1pELpEtXW
    • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:24 PM EDT
      but why make them read? Exposure exposure -film others reading less invasive Time 2listen 2others works2
      In reply to @Elizabethutch, @nickotkdV, @ukedchat
  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    Appropriate texts that build confidence and aren't patronising #UKEDChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • WasiqUK Jun 1 @ 3:26 PM EDT
    Indeed. Confidence doesn't just exist, it's developed over time. Work to the strengths of the students. #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @ukedchat
  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:27 PM EDT
    Assessing gaps in reading expertise.. what is is that's hindering them? Work on specifics! Often memory, poor phonics, word recall #ukedchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • lcatherine91 Jun 1 @ 3:28 PM EDT
    A2/3 Helping pupils find something that they enjoy/ can access. If they don't know it exists they don't know they can read it. #ukedchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:29 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q4. What is the impact of poor reading skills for pupils in other curriculum areas? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:29 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q4. What is the impact of poor reading skills for pupils in other curriculum areas? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • IntEdToday Jun 1 @ 3:30 PM EDT
    Despite protestations the technology industry has a vested interest in promoting the use of #edtech #ukedchat https://t.co/jcO7m1FwYb
  • ICTmagic - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:30 PM EDT
    Amazing suite of design tools to make beautiful images, videos & webpages #ukedchat #edchat https://t.co/ICyvXfTHaC https://t.co/RbymdXmdYN
  • Vivgrant Jun 1 @ 3:30 PM EDT
    Such a Beautiful quote from my Heroine, Maya Angelou... 😊 #Teacher5aday #Sltchat #primaryrocks #ukedchat #womened
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:31 PM EDT
    #ukedchat I have set up 'reading meadows' 4 this very purpose. Kids love lunch reading. Self directed with buddies
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @nickotkdV
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:31 PM EDT
    A small group look at picture books. sometimes they don't get past the front cover as they are enjoying looking properly at them #ukedchat
  • tech_magpie Jun 1 @ 3:31 PM EDT
    REM: World Leader Pretend Secret Affair: My World Imagine Dragons: It's Time American Authors: Best Day of My Life #ukedchat #teachers
    In reply to @TeacherToolkit
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:31 PM EDT
    Can you explain more? #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @Elizabethutch
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:31 PM EDT
    A4 #UKEdChat Being held back academically, despite having the ability to soar
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:32 PM EDT
    #ukedchat from who?
    In reply to @MrPatelsawesome
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:32 PM EDT
    #ukedchat brilliant! Love this. Get the cool kids involved too!
    In reply to @anmajac
  • Elizabethutch Jun 1 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    There is no pressure to finish the book in one go. They start and if they are enjoying one page they stay there. It works well #ukedchat
    In reply to @nickotkdV, @ChristallaJ
  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    A4 Lack of understanding especially when answering set questions. Less work produced and difficulty using prompts #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • YouHueApp Jun 1 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    Ultimately, reading is the foundation of everything. It affects understanding, and that effects attainment #ukedchat https://t.co/wupOQkjIyV
    • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:29 PM EDT
      #UKEdChat Q4. What is the impact of poor reading skills for pupils in other curriculum areas? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • OLewis_coaching Jun 1 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    Modelling, culture of expectation & dedicated reading time each day with something they enjoy reading #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ey_inspiration1, @ukedchat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:33 PM EDT
    Interesting point. If Shakespeare and Dickens are still read, why are older modern books thrown away? https://t.co/ei1Er5HpRg #ukedchat
    In reply to @JillEGreenwood, @ChristallaJ, @anmajac
    • JillEGreenwood Jun 1 @ 3:32 PM EDT
      But should old books be chucked? I think Adrian Mole is still relevant? Visiting authors are good, too, for firing enthusiasm
      In reply to @ChristallaJ, @anmajac, @ukedchat
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    #ukedchat sorry I meant tatty 1s-1s that have an old smell and yellow pages... my 1st job as HT 2audit & replenish
    In reply to @JillEGreenwood, @anmajac
  • OLewis_coaching Jun 1 @ 3:34 PM EDT
    A1: they feel reading on their devices is enough, rather than books! #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:35 PM EDT
    #ukedchat every cranny has a reading area called s meadow😊 corridors - gaps in between classes etc ... cushions
    In reply to @nickotkdV, @Elizabethutch
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    Is it? #ukedchat https://t.co/ayM33vuIH4
    In reply to @OLewis_coaching
    • OLewis_coaching Jun 1 @ 3:34 PM EDT
      A1: they feel reading on their devices is enough, rather than books! #UKEdChat
      In reply to @ukedchat
  • UnioByHarness Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    Reading is crucial! Literacy underpins everything children do at school. It has a huge domino effect, long into pupils' lives #ukedchat
    In reply to @UKEdSch
  • SharonSmith_edu Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    @ukedchat A4 weak reading makes all curriculum areas difficult to access/is detrimental to all subjects so =whole school priority #ukedchat
  • OLewis_coaching Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    A4 I agree with @digicoled on this one! #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat, @digicoled
  • JillEGreenwood Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat could they be sold on to fund new? Book bring and buy on a family reading day?
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @anmajac
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    I find apps that can scroll text, amend the font and font size, as well as change background work really well #UKEdChat
    In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat
  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:36 PM EDT
    And start with our eyfs! They need a love of books here and their confidence should be sky high #UKEdChat
    In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:37 PM EDT
    Massive-understanding, knowledge and confidence. Lessons need to take reading levels into account. Ways round can be planned for #UKEdchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • OLewis_coaching Jun 1 @ 3:37 PM EDT
    I don't believe so, I think they should be familiar with the tactile nature of a book too! #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • _theteachr Jun 1 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    Is reading less valid if it's not a book? #UKEdChat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q5. How do poor reading skills impact of the wider curriculum, and how can these be minimised? Remember the hashtag in your tweets
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q5. How do poor reading skills impact of the wider curriculum, and how can these be minimised? Remember the hashtag in your tweets
  • loveart4schools Jun 1 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    Our banners can be attached to display boards in school. #ukedchat #headteacherchat #primaryed #primaryart
  • UnioByHarness Jun 1 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    This sounds idyllic! Great idea #ukedchat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @nickotkdV, @Elizabethutch
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:38 PM EDT
    #ukedchat it certainly dies! Reading buddies are cool too. The kids love this 💜
    In reply to @Elizabethutch, @nickotkdV
  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:39 PM EDT
    A5 Difficulty using wider ranging vocabulary and understanding of how to use different key words or terms. Early intervention #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • JillEGreenwood Jun 1 @ 3:39 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat I use 1form time per wk for silent reading & read my book there.Maybe every other week each reviews a book theyve read?or poster?
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @nickotkdV, @ukedchat
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:41 PM EDT
    #ukedchat yesssss! Online book reviews too to share likes and dislikes...
    In reply to @JillEGreenwood, @nickotkdV
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:41 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat makes accessing many areas difficult. Also slows down some areas of learning.
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • ChristallaJ Jun 1 @ 3:42 PM EDT
    and cheaper than one big library that ps cannot access all the time. #ukedchat
    In reply to @UnioByHarness, @nickotkdV, @Elizabethutch
  • nickotkdV Jun 1 @ 3:43 PM EDT
    We tried this. I think consistency is key here. Regular slots to meet and read together. #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @Elizabethutch
  • UnioByHarness Jun 1 @ 3:44 PM EDT
    I think having reading spaces outside of a library is good; helps kids see reading as something not exclusively academic #ukedchat
    In reply to @ChristallaJ, @nickotkdV, @Elizabethutch
  • LessonToolbox Jun 1 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    "tiny tweaks for classroom and leadership practice" workshop w/@Laura_oleary Join us 24th June https://t.co/Oi5TLPqtKA #ukedchat #edchat
  • TeacherToolkit Jun 1 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    Looking for a classroom resource? Need some teaching advice? > Leave a voicemail https://t.co/HJq66FcEbM #ukedchat #FAQs
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:45 PM EDT
    Agree @PaulWN1 Making sure key vocab is explicitly taught. Also providing hands on experiences, auditory resources, peer support #UKEdchat
    In reply to @ukedchat, @PaulWN1
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:46 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q6. How can the wider community support pupils to improve/manage poor reading skills? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:46 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q6. How can the wider community support pupils to improve/manage poor reading skills? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    A6 Provide easier access to reading material. Offer incentives and fun activities to encourage and reward extra reading #UKEdChat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • RealMrJohnston Jun 1 @ 3:48 PM EDT
    Report Tip #7. Need to collect attainment and effort grades? Create a @googledocs form and adapt each year! #PrimaryRocks #ukedchat
    • RealMrJohnston Jun 1 @ 3:43 PM EDT
      Report Tip #7. Someone else teach your class a subject and need to collect attainment and effort grades? Use @googledocs Forms!
  • Vivgrant Jun 1 @ 3:50 PM EDT
    In case you’re struggling as to what to read this half term... https://t.co/ZnV0NV3wBc #Sltchat #ukedchat #teacher5aday #WomenEd #edchat
  • SharonSmith_edu Jun 1 @ 3:50 PM EDT
    A6 unoriginal, but it starts at home! Foster a love of reading from as early as possible-it's the gateway to Ss' success #UKEdchat
    In reply to @ukedchat
  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:51 PM EDT
    Do you believe you have ever had a student who thrives in your subject, but their exam results are poor due to reading abilities? #UKEdChat
  • ukedchat - Moderator Jun 1 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q7. Should schools support the reading skills of adults in the community? How/Why? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • UKEdSch Jun 1 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    #UKEdChat Q7. Should schools support the reading skills of adults in the community? How/Why? Remember the hashtag in your tweets.
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:53 PM EDT
    Be seen reading. What if shops and cafes etc had 'book boxes' where chn could donate and take one book away when out and about? #UKEdchat
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  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:54 PM EDT
    A6. Community is key #UKEdChat Break down stigmas, and support everyone
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  • PaulWN1 Jun 1 @ 3:54 PM EDT
    A7 I think they could but don't have to. We regularly have reading mornings in which parents come in to read with pupils #UKEdChat
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  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:54 PM EDT
    Exactly! #UKEdChat
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  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:55 PM EDT
    I think so, if parents are literate then they have more chance of inspiring their children. These are life skills #UKEdChat
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  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:56 PM EDT
    Provide workshops and advice to parents in their own reading and how to support their children's #UKEdChat
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  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:56 PM EDT
    I believe that all students have the ability to soar academically #UKEdChat Reading can often hold that progress back, which is a travesty.
  • Write_Example Jun 1 @ 3:56 PM EDT
    Yes - we're all in this together 😊. After school clubs for adults could be linked to a secondary focus to reduce stigma eg cookery #UKEdchat
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  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:57 PM EDT
    In our eyfs we run "reading with your child" workshops to upskill parents and show the variety of skills developed through a book #UKEdChat
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  • ey_inspiration1 Jun 1 @ 3:58 PM EDT
    Explaining strategies to reinforce early on, using picture cues, inference, word building and comprehension #UKEdChat
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  • digicoled Jun 1 @ 3:58 PM EDT
    We also need to recognise that there is a *lot* of digital reading with students #UKEdChat - Should be implemented within learning as well.