Literacy news
Literacy news covers the latest news from the media and other sources, as well as updates on NLT activity. The most recent headlines are listed below and you can browse archived news by moving through the page numbers at the bottom of the page.
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13Sep2011
Words for Work improves communication skills for young peopleAccording to the evaluation report published today, communication and employability project Words for Work has significantly improved the communication skills of pupils.
Posted by Laura Kenwright
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12Sep2011New resource for school starters
National Literacy Trust and Oxford University Press are working together to support parents with literacy in the home as children take their first steps at school.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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09Sep2011National Libraries Day announced for 4 February 2012
The nationwide celebration of libraries and librarians has been confirmed for Saturday 4 February.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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08Sep2011Focus on family learning in adult literacy inquiry
The National Literacy Trust welcomes the findings of the year-long Independent Inquiry into Adult Literacy, published today (8 September 2011), the 45th UNESCO International Literacy Day.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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08Sep2011
Have your pupils got The ComiX Factor?The National Literacy Trust has teamed up with literacy resource providers Renaissance Learning to bring schools The ComiX Factor, an exciting new competition for the autumn term, based on the theme of comics.
Posted by Sam Brookes
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07Sep2011'Dragonese Day' to launch on 6 October
Take part in Dragonese Day and raise funds for the National Literacy Trust.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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06Sep2011FILMCLUB launches Global Literacy film season
To celebrate International Literacy Day, FILMCLUB has launched a season of international films. The specially selected titles highlight the importance of literacy in people’s lives across the globe.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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06Sep2011Making sense of early intervention: report by Centre for Social Justice
The Centre for Social Justice has published a framework for professionals to support them to apply the principles of early intervention. This document echoes many of the findings from our work with local authorities about how best to address low literacy
Posted by Emily McCoy
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06Sep2011Poet Laureate says texting is an ideal springboard to writing poetry
Carol Ann Duffy believes that the skills involved in texting will help children perfect their poetry
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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05Sep2011Back to School Sale on conferences!
Book your conference places for 2011/12 now and receive a 10% discount
Posted by Jane Woodley
