
Episode 172: Reading, with Rhys Williams
The Impact Podcast
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Navigating Literacy Challenges in Wales
This chapter examines the conflicting teaching methods for literacy in Wales, focusing on the tension between phonics and cueing techniques. It discusses the discrepancies between academic recommendations and actual classroom practices, calling for clearer guidance from the Welsh government. The speakers also reflect on a recent report expected to influence literacy education, while scrutinizing the ongoing debate regarding reading proficiency and the implications of government messaging.
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