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Supporting schools and teachers to improve students' reading achievement in rural communities (2011-2014)

Abstract

This research will improve the reading achievement of students in rural and mining communities by building school capacity and enhancing teachers¿ knowledge of teaching reading. A series of studies will provide a professional learning model involving co-teaching, coaching, and mentoring that can be used to create a more knowledgeable and effective teaching workforce. This research will also assess the validity of specific approaches to reading instruction and intervention. School- community engagement around reading will contribute to stronger relationships between schools, communities and mining companies and lead to greater social cohesion and economic productivity.

Experts

Professor Robyn Gillies

Professor
School of Education
Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Robyn Gillies
Robyn Gillies

Dr Karen Moni

Honorary Associate Professor
School of Education
Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Karen Moni
Karen Moni

Professor Mark Western

Director, The Queensland Commitment, and Professor of Sociology
Centre for Policy Futures
Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Mark Western
Mark Western