Reading Practice Archives - Renaissance Australia

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Shareable tips and insightful thoughts on K–12 education from Renaissance teams and educational leaders from Australia and around the world.

June 11, 2025

Six Practical Tips to Engage Reluctant Readers and Improve Reading Outcomes

6 Practical Strategies to Motivate Reluctant Readers and Increase Reading Success Reading reluctance is a big challenge in Australia, not just in classrooms but across the […]
June 5, 2025

Using CAT4 to identify gifted students and support those with additional learning needs

August 15, 2024

Turning the Page: Tackling the Myths and Assumptions that Impede Reading in Schools.

1 in 3 students in Australian classrooms struggle with reading, impacting their ability to keep up with lessons.  Teachers estimate that 2.5 hours of curriculum time […]
May 2, 2024

Australia Unveils New Curriculum Version 9: Embracing Innovation in Education

By [Helena Karas, 2024], Renaissance Learning Australia Professional Development Coach and Classroom Teacher  In a landmark move, the Australian education sector has moved all schools across […]
February 19, 2024

Back to Learning: 7 Essential Strategies for Post-Summer Success.

The carefree days of summer have drifted away, and the classroom is here once again. As the days of vacation come to a close, it’s time […]
February 9, 2024

How to Start the Year Right and Prepare for the Back to School Season

The beginning of a school year signifies not only a fresh start for students, but also an opportunity for educators to set the stage for a […]
August 31, 2023

From Wake-Up Call to Path of Transformation on K-12 Literacy Enhancement

As the 2023 NAPLAN results unfold, a stark reality emerges: one in three school students across Australia falls short of meeting minimum numeracy and literacy expectations. […]
August 15, 2023

Introducing Lalilo by Renaissance

Mastery of foundational reading skills is essential for literacy success. Reading research indicates systematic phonics-based programs that develop letter-sound correspondence, word and sentence reading, working memory, and audio […]
July 5, 2023

Children’s Books about Self-Love

By Lisa Heller This month our team has chosen to shine a light on some books that teach children about self-love. In a time where judgement […]
March 13, 2014
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New approaches in supporting struggling readers

By: Gene M. Kerns, PhD, Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, Renaissance USA In his work, Understanding Common Core State Standards, John Kendall cautions that under Common […]
February 27, 2014
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Catch kids before they fall

By: Laurie Borkon, Vice President of Government Affairs, Renaissance USA I believe that education is the only way to social justice. That belief led me to […]