This article, authored by Pamela Snow, Tanya Serry, Nathaniel Swain, Tessa Weadman, and Eamon Charles, academic staff at the La Trobe University's Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab, explores some key terminology in education. It offers detailed explanations and insights into various educational terms, highlighting the importance of evidence-based approaches and advocating for a critical evaluation of educational practices and trends.

An interview with Eamon Charles, academic staff at La Trobe University’s SOLAR Lab, which is revolutionizing education in Australia and overseas by helping educators adopt well-established, scientific approaches to improve how they teach children to read. Dive into the transformative work shaping the future of reading instruction.

Young journalists Flynn and Ava Eldridge have a chat with Dr Pamela Snow, Professor of Cognitive Psychology in the School of Education at La Trobe University, Australia, about her work at the SOLAR Lab and her life.

Erica Kaufmann elaborates on the profound impact of "Connor's Odyssey: The Right to Read Law" and the Ohio Dyslexia Guidebook on Ohio's education system, detailing the dedicated efforts of father and advocate Mike McGovern in explaining the transformative change these initiatives have brought about.

Sara Alston emphasizes the importance of training and collaboration between teachers and Teaching Assistants (TAs) to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) effectively, promoting their inclusion and learning success.

Melissa Robison highlights the crucial importance of proper documentation of a child's educational journey, emphasizing how it can play a pivotal role in advocating for students with diverse needs, ensuring their rights are upheld, and addressing various educational challenges through a systematic approach.

Dystinct reporters Flynn and Blake Eldridge have a chat with Dr Brock Eide, an international authority on dyslexia and learning differences and co-author of the acclaimed books "The Dyslexic Advantage" and "The Mislabeled Child" about his work and life.

Elaine Miskinis shares a poignant account of her two daughters, Kaya and Hayden, and their unique journeys with dyslexia. The story emphasizes the critical role of early intervention and advocacy in overcoming the challenges of dyslexia and highlights the girls' determination to thrive academically despite obstacles.

Hayden Miskinis shares her journey as a dyslexic learner and ballet dancer, highlighting how the structured approach to overcoming dyslexia has informed her teaching of dance to young children and led her to advocate for effective learning methods while finding solace in the art of ballet.

Kaya Miskinis reflects on her journey, from facing challenges in early education to developing a love for reading and a passion for Shakespeare, showcasing her determination and growth as a learner.