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Disciplinary literacy: what it is and why it is important

Disciplinary literacy is a teaching approach that enables learners to think, read, write and speak like experts in a particular subject. In this blog, we discuss the following: What is disciplinary literacy Why is disciplinary literacy important and what are its benefits Examples of disciplinary literacy in every subject Disciplinary literacy in primary schools Disciplinary literacy in secondary schools How to implement disciplinary literacy at your school

Language for life: targeted vocabulary instruction

5 strategies for teaching Tier 2 words

As Ludwig Wittgenstein once famously said, “The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.” Exposing students to as much new language as possible, therefore, doesn’t only increase the scope of their vocabulary – it also provides them with a wider, clearer lens through which they can perceive and understand the world around them. But how do we know which words to teach?

Teaching grammar: how it is key to improving literacy

Emotional literacy: why it's key to improving outcomes

Intentional excellence: why improving literacy can't be left to chance

Bedrock founder Aaron Leary’s key insights on improving literacy and transforming outcomes.

The curriculum-wide impact of improving literacy

Strong literacy skills strengthen young people's ability to: Read or listen to information on a particular subject Organise their thoughts and communicate them effectively Demonstrate their learning in writing and speech