UKLA/Wiley Blackwell Research in Literacy Education Award 2008

Journal of Research in Reading

Kate Cain ‘Deriving word meanings from context:  does explanation facilitate contextual analysis?
Journal of Research in Reading 30:4 pp 347-378

The panel were unanimous in commending the scope and detail of the research, but also that the design has the potential for further research into the role of feedback and efficacy of different types of explanation on the development of literacy.

Literacy

Lynda Graham Teachers are digikids too: the digital histories and digital lives of young teachers in English primary schools.
Literacy 42:1 pp10-18

The panel praised the innovative approach of this article. The investigation was carefully constructed and the analytical categories helpful in considering the digital experience of teachers and the implications for classrooms. 
Eve Bearne, panel chair.

"UKLA has allowed me to further develop my interest in multiliteracies by providing me with the means to discuss and share practice with other like-minded colleagues. ”

Martin Waller

Martin Waller
Primary Teacher
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