The successful program that is helping teachers lift literacy rates

Program that is helping teachers lift the literacy rates of their students

August 4, 2020

The comparably low levels of reading performance of Australian primary and secondary students compared to international benchmarks has been high on the agenda of policy-makers and education professionals for many years. Our PISA report card showed that Australia has slumped to 16th in reading, the domain PISA focuses on most and uses to generate its overall ranking scores (see our article for further statistics). Boys in particular show a worrying decline in academic achievement, particularly in English.

The Solution for Educators

We developed a powerful educational tool that offers online literacy activities that contribute to successful reading skills. Literacy for Boys is tailored specifically to boys, their interests and how they learn. Quality content is essential, which is why activities were written by qualified teachers who understand what motivates boys. Literacy for Boys caters for all ages and ability levels. Our program adapts to students’ individual ability levels and presents them with hundreds of skill building exercises via engaging, boy-centred topics.

To ensure the program is fun and motivational, Literacy for Boys has implemented an array of game mechanics, including a leaderboard, point system, certificates and achievement badges.

Evidence of LFB’s Success

Independent, standardised testing of 80 students revealed that the age for spelling, reading and comprehension improved by up to 52 weeks after only 18 weeks using the program. Click here for full results.

The program helped to close the gap

Students were well below their chronological age before the program. After 18 weeks the gap was almost closed.

Testimonials from our teachers

“Literacy for Boys is the only program that I have used in my 12+years teaching career that boys have used willingly. It is also the only program that has grammar, punctuation and spelling activities that match the reading comprehension. Our boys have benefitted greatly from Literacy for Boys and feedback is very positive.” (T Hill, Aquinas College)

“Our school commenced using the LFB program in 2018 as a tool to assist students to develop their literacy skills and foster a positive attitude towards reading. We initially trialled the program with different pockets of students and performed pre and post-assessments in reading, spelling and comprehension. Students found the program fun, interesting and engaging. A majority of students had significantly improved their literacy skills. We will definitely be using the program again.” (S Eltis Learning Support teacher, Eatons Hill State School)

“Since using Literacy for Boys I have not only seen large gains in boys’ literacy but also their confidence. Teachers are time poor and the program offers students instant feedback, where they can correct mistakes. All the students find the activities interesting and engaging. Having all the activities align with ACARA is a bonus. Our school have renewed our licences. It is so lovely to come across a program that has a child’s best interest at heart.” (C Simons, St Augustine College)

We welcome both new and existing schools

Parent and teacher feedback has been overwhelmingly positive with 100% of our schools renewing their subscriptions in 2020. We are excited to welcome our new schools as we collaborate to help lift literacy rates in their students.

We are offering a FREE 2 week trial of Literacy for Boys. Try it for yourself and see how it works for your class and children (8 years to 15 years). Contact us today: info@literacyforboys.com.au