Teaching Critical Thinking

Students Aren’t Struggling to Read — They’re Struggling to Know

Literacy for Learning

Published on: 18/04/2026

Why do students struggle with reading comprehension, even when they can decode the words on the page? The answer may not be reading ability at all.

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Stop teaching reading comprehension and start teaching knowledge – 4 reasons why this is a critical shift every teacher needs to make

Literacy for Learning

Published on: 17/04/2026

Are reading comprehension strategies enough? The science of reading suggests otherwise. Discover four key reasons why building knowledge—not just practising comprehension skills—is essential for improving reading comprehension and closing learning gaps.

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Why Students Struggle: The Presumed Prior Knowledge Effect and How to Avoid It + [FREE GUIDE]

Literacy for Learning

Published on: 05/05/2025

Is your teaching unknowingly setting students up to fail? Learn about the 'Presumed Prior Knowledge Effect' and how it impacts learning. Plus, get a free guide to help build the background knowledge students need.

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