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Sharon Callen

Sharon is a literacy consultant in a number of schools in South Australia and Victoria. She works with leadership and teachers to inspire research based change.

Recent posts from Sharon Callen

  • Part 3: A New Assessment Tool for Teachers

    Posted by Sharon Callen

    Unlocking Literacy with Purpose: A New Assessment Tool for Teachers In the world of teaching literacy, we're always striving to support each student's growth in reading and writing. But how do we track and encourage this development in a way that's meaningful, manageable, and aligned with curriculum goals? Enter a...

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  • Part 2: A New Assessment Tool for Teachers

    Posted by Sharon Callen

    Part 2: A New Assessment Tool for Teachers – Enhancing Literacy Through Observation and Strategy In this episode, Sharon dives into a new, actionable assessment tool that helps teachers pinpoint where students are thriving in literacy and where they may need more support. Called the 'Listening to Reading, Watching Whilst...

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  • Part 1: A New Assessment Tool for Teachers

    Posted by Sharon Callen

    Part 1: A New Assessment Tool for Teachers – Listening to Reading, Watching While Writing Protocol In the ever-evolving landscape of education, assessment tools that effectively capture the nuances of student learning are invaluable. One such tool, recently developed by Nell Duke and her team (Ward and Klingelhofer), is the...

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  • Part 3: Blessing the Book with Sharon Callen

    Posted by Sharon Callen

    Blessing the Book: Nurturing Readers through Stories In part three of the podcast series, Sharon Callen invites teachers to explore the magic of children's literature, emphasising the idea of "blessing the book." This concept goes beyond simply reading aloud; it is about honouring the story, respecting the author's craft, and...

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  • Part 4: Blessing the Book with Sharon Callen

    Posted by Sharon Callen

    Blessing the Book: Exploring Picture Books with Sharon Callen – Part 4 Picture books hold a special place in a child's life, offering them a chance to explore the world, their emotions, and the complexities of life through art and words. In the fourth part of her podcast series, Sharon...

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