Catalyst Knowledge Pack 1.0
A suite of resources and readings that will give you a greater understanding of the foundational research and theories that underpin the Catalyst program.
Audience: Teacher
Science of Reading Presentation by Pamela Snow
Watch Pamela Snow’s presentation on the Science of Reading
Science of Learning Presentation by Lorraine Hammond
Watch Lorraine Hammond’s presentation on the Science of Learning.
SOLAR: The Science of Language and Reading
Pamela Snow’s research on oral language being a central driver to successful reading.
Hard Words – Why aren’t kids being taught to read?
Emily Hanford explores the scientific research behind how children learn to read and how they should be taught.
Exploring Barak Rosenshine’s seminal Principles of Instruction: Why it is THE must-read for all teachers
Tom Sherrington explores Barak Rosenshine’s research-based principles.
Barak Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction
This article presents 10 research-based principles of instruction, along with suggestions for classroom practice.
Teachers Taking up Explicit Instruction: The Impact of a Professional Development and Directive Instructional Coaching Model
Dr Lorraine Hammond and Wendy M Moore demonstrate the impact of a practical professional development and directive instructional coaching model, published in the Australian Journal of Teacher Education.
Catalyst Announcement Video
Watch the Catalyst program announcement by Catholic Education Canberra & Goulburn director Ross Fox.
Catalyst Posters
Three posters for staff rooms.