References
Welcome to our Literacy References documentation. This resource is designed to provide educators, students, and literacy advocates with valuable insights and tools to enhance reading writing skills. Here, you'll find comprehensive information on various strategies, research, and practical applications to support effective teaching and learning. Explore our resources to empower yourself and others in the journey toward literacy success.
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Brown, M. L. (1993)
Teacher Research on Reading in Trinidad and Tobago: A Preliminary Report [Paper presentation]. 2nd Biennial Cross-Campus Conference, UWI, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago.
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Heydron, B. L., Crichlow, K. A. & Ballantyne, A. B. (1986)
A Study of Reading Education in the Primary Schools of Trinidad and Tobago: A Research Report. UWI Space Institutional Repository for Research & Scholarship. [Abstract]. https://uwispace.sta.uwi.edu/items/1c2c88cd-d64d-4c96-8098-ba53b2154a10
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Pickford-Gordon, L. (2019, September 8)
Improving Literacy Levels in T&T. Catholic TT.
https://catholictt.org/2019/09/08/improving-literacy-levels-in-tt/
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Ross, E. M. (2024, June 27)
Separating Fact from Fiction About The Science of Reading: New literacy briefs correct common myths and misconceptions. Harvard Graduate School of Education, Language and Literacy Development.
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World Literacy Foundation. (2024, January 17)
The challenges and opportunities in 2024 to address high rates of illiteracy. https://worldliteracyfoundation.org/challenges-and-opportunities-in-2024/
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Amorosi, A. (2023, November 30)
20+ Post-Event Survey Questions to Ask Attendees. Personify Member Clicks. https://memberclicks.com/blog/post-event-survey-questions/
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Australian Curriculum. (2025)
iteracy (Version 8.4). Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority. https://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au/f-10-curriculum/general-capabilities/literacy/
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Blevins, W. (2017)
A Fresh Look at Phonics, K-2: Common Causes of Failure and 7 Ingredients for Success (Corwin Literacy). 1st edition. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Literacy
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Chow-Dean, M. (2023)
A Compilation of 20 S.E.A. Language Arts Practice Tests. 4th edition. Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago: Latinda Publishers
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Department for Education. (2023)
A Reading Framework. Framework document, July 2023. London: Department for Education. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/664f600c05e5fe28788fc437/The_reading_framework.pdf
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El Education. (2022, October 10)
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Giouroukakis, V. (2016)
An Instructional Framework to Support Content and Language Learning for ELLs: B-D-A. Faculty Works: EDU. V. 37.
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Government of Ontario. (2025)
Language (2023). Curriculum and Resources. https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/curriculum/elementary-language/context/vision-goals
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Heydron, B. L., Crichlow, K. A. & Ballantyne, A. B. (1986)
A Study of Reading Education in the Primary Schools of Trinidad and Tobago: A Research Report. UWI Space Institutional Repository for Research & Scholarship. [Abstract]. https://uwispace.sta.uwi.edu/items/1c2c88cd-d64d-4c96-8098-ba53b2154a10
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Hill Learning Center. (2022, September 22)
The Reading Brain: How We Learn to Read [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2HHrKpjlYM
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Learning Reading Hub. (2023, September 17)
Balanced Literacy vs Science of Reading: What’s BEHIND this debate? The Shift to STRUCTURED Literacy [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGr5V7_9jCs
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New Zealand Curriculum. (2024)
Consultation on English is now open: Consultation on the updated English learning area. Ministry of Education, New Zealand Government. https://newzealandcurriculum.tahurangi.education.govt.nz/new-zealand-curriculum-online/new-zealand-curriculum/new-zealand-curriculum-refresh/consultation-on-english-is-now-open/5637257827.p
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Sedita, J. (2020, April 7)
How the Brain Learns to Read. Literacy Lines: The Keys to Literacy Blog. https://keystoliteracy.com/blog/how-the-brain-learns-to-read/
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The Florida Center for Reading Research and Florida Department of Education. (2022).
4-5 Student Center Activities: Vocabulary Word Knowledge Synonym Bingo! https://fcrr.org/sites/g/files/upcbnu2836/files/media/PDFs/student_center_activities/45_ word_knowledge/45_v001_synonym_bingo.pdf
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Zhu, C. (2024, September 6)
Low literacy rates in Canada prompt reading curriculum changes. CBC. https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent/updated-reading-curriculum-1.7313187