Teaching the ‘basics’ is critical – but what teachers really want are clear guidelines and expectations

  • Written by: Christine Braid, Professional Learning and Development Facilitator in Literacy Education, Massey University
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Anyone watching the debate over the National Party’s recent curriculum policy announcement could be forgiven for thinking there is a deep divide in education philosophy and best practice in New Zealand. The truth isn’t quite that simple.

In fact, most (if not all) interested parties would agree that teaching and learning the...

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