I found the short reading activities to be perfect for guided reading as they came with questions and could be used by a co-teacher without input from the teacher. I think it is a nice supplement to class work but would really see its value in home learning tasks (now as well as in the future when we reopen).
From first glance, Malvern College found that LiteracyPlanet appeared to provide a range of approaches to various parts of the English curriculum. The platform stood out to them as a great educational tool that due to its gamification and online content.
During the initial trial, Malvern College used the platform as a homework and reward platform. During this current rollout, the program has been integrated with the delivery of guided reading. More teachers are also using it to add supplementary tasks for the pupils.
LiteracyPlanet has helped some low-achieving students to raise their academic level with the use of spaced repetition within the program. Students were assigned missions on particular concepts and were reassigned the mission when a score of 85% or higher was not achieved.
The school has found that the ability to dive deeper and ascertain strengths, and weaknesses, makes the learning platform much more individualised for the learner. Spaced repetition means students learn, practice and test until they become proficient (85% or more).
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As a parent it has been a fantastic tool at motivating students while at home to undertake independent tasks outside of the live lesson environment (and a pleasant alternative from other online distractions). My eldest particularly likes the competitive edge.
Mr. Jonathan Bailey, Assistant Head of Primary
The ‘WordMania’ challenge is exciting for all pupils of all ages. The competition element is a good way to engage the pupils.
Mr. Jonathan Bailey, Assistant Head of Primary
