Recent posts from Sharon Callen
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Part 5: Celebrating Growth in Literacy
Transforming Literacy: A Journey of Growth and Innovation In a thought-provoking conversation between Sharon Callen, a literacy consultant, and Tamara Biddle, a Foundation year teacher at Mount Barker South Primary School, we gain valuable insights into the transformation of literacy teaching practices. This inspiring discussion reveals how moving away from...
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Getting Better at Conferring, Yrs 3-6
Transforming Reading Instruction Through Five-Minute Conferences In a recent podcast featuring literacy expert Sharon Callen, educators were introduced to a powerful approach to reading instruction that centres on brief, targeted conferences with students. These five-minute interactions offer teachers a window into students' reading processes while providing immediate, actionable feedback that...
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Part 4: Celebrating Growth in Literacy
Building a Passionate Reading and Writing Community in Your Classroom When was the last time your students were so captivated by each other's writing that you could hear a pin drop in your classroom? For Robert Kennedy, a dedicated Mt Barker South Primary School primary teacher in his third year...
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Mastering NAPLAN: The Authentic Way
As educators, we often grapple with the challenge of preparing students for standardised tests while maintaining authentic teaching practices. Sharon Callen's insights on NAPLAN preparation offer a refreshing perspective that aligns test readiness with excellent teaching practices. Here's how we can transform NAPLAN preparation from a source of stress to...
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The Power of Expert Coaching in Sustainable Change
Transforming School Literacy: The Power of Expert Coaching in Sustainable Change When schools undertake literacy transformation, the role of expert coaching can be transformative. Mt Barker South Primary School's five year journey demonstrates how partnership with a literacy consultant became a catalyst for sustainable change, building teacher capacity and revolutionising...