In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Emina McLean. Emina works with systems, schools, leaders, and teachers to develop ambitious and rigorous assessment, curriculum and instruction practices in English and literacy. In this chat, Emina discusses her focus on implementing effective systems and practices for teaching reading and writing. She highlights the importance of aligning curriculum, assessment, and instruction, and the need for a well-sequenced and comprehensive curriculum. Emina also unpacks the challenges of implementing evidence-based practice in schools, including the overwhelming number of competing priorities.
Resources mentioned:
- A Single Shard – Linda Sue Park
- Ochre Education
- EEF – Implementation Guide
You can connect with Emina:
Twitter: @EminaMcLean
Email: emina.mclean@gmail.com Website: www.eminamclean.com/
You can connect with Brendan:
Twitter: @learnwithmrlee
Facebook: @learningwithmrlee
Website: learnwithlee.net
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About Emina McLean
Emina is an Australian language and literacy expert. She holds qualifications in speech pathology, adolescent counselling, youth mental health (psychiatry), public health, and education, and she is currently completing her PhD (Education). She is a lecturer, researcher, Primary English and literacy leader, instructional coach, professional learning provider, and education consultant. Emina works with systems, schools, leaders, and teachers to develop ambitious and rigorous assessment, curriculum and instruction practices in English and literacy.