Meeting the Needs
Meeting the Needs of At-Risk Learners through Structured Literacy
This podcast is all about empowering teachers with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively support at-risk students through structured literacy. Host Karen-Tui Boyes is joined by our expert, Jenny Tebbutt, who brings a wealth of experience in literacy education. Together, they explore how to implement structured literacy in your classroom, improve student outcomes, and create lasting change.
Episodes
10 episodes
Nail your Structured Literacy Approach Teaching through Communities of Practice
In this episode, we check out the power of Communities of Practice and how they can transform your structured literacy approach teaching. Jenny shares the benefits of joining these collaborative sessions — from shared ideas and reflective pract...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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12:03
The Game Changer: Why Fluency and Automaticity Matter
Dive into the game-changing role of fluency, automaticity, and processing delays in learning success. Jenny shares powerful insights from her recent work with teachers, exploring how oral language, handwriting, and reading flu...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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12:46
Why Cognitive Load Theory Deserves a Front Row in Education
In this thought-provoking episode, Karen Tui Boyes and Jenny Tebbutt delve into Cognitive Load Theory — not just as a scientific concept, but as a crucial tool for everyday classroom planning. They explore why understanding how students ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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25:33
Explicit Teaching: The Secret Sauce for Learning Success
Are you really teaching explicitly—or just scratching the surface? In this episode, Karen and Jenny unpack what explicit instruction looks like in real classrooms, why it's non-negotiable for beginner learners, and how even experienced...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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17:45
Is Differentiation - Grouping, Planning & Targeted Teaching?
Differentiation gets talked about a lot—but what does it actually mean in a real classroom with diverse learners? In this episode, Jenny dives deep into how we can group, plan, and teach with purpose to meet every student wher...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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16:03
Phonological Awareness: The Missing Piece in Literacy
Did you know that 99% of children with learning difficulties have a phonological weakness? In this episode, Karen and Jenny look into what phonological awareness really is, why it matters so much, and how structured literacy addresses this foun...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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21:18
Hearing the Difference - Understanding Auditory Processing
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of auditory processing—what it is, how it affects learning, and why some students struggle to "hear the difference." Jenny unpacks the five key types of auditory processing difficulties, from ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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26:24
Addressing Underpinning Weaknesses
Learn how Structured Literacy helps address key underpinning weaknesses, including phonological challenges, working memory, and processing speed. Jenny shares practical strategies that empower teachers to support at-risk learners, ensuring stro...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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30:27
The Power of a Multimodal Approach
In this episode, we explore the importance of a multimodal approach in structured literacy, emphasising that learning challenges go beyond academics. Jenny shares insights on how integrating social, emotional, and behavioural support alongside ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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27:35
Unlocking Learning for At-Risk Students
Unlock the power of Structured Literacy to better support at-risk learners in your classroom! In this episode, we explore why Structured Literacy is not a programme, rather a proven, evidence-based approach that empowers teachers with the tools...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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