Enhancing English Literacy Skills In Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Students

Authors

Margaret Batten, ACER
Tracey Frigo, ACER
Paul Hughes, ACER
Natascha McNamara, ACER

Publication Date

1998

Comments

ACER Research Monograph 54
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Abstract

This report draws together theory and practical experience to provide a comprehensive picture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander primary school education. The report includes: a review of literature examining the context of learning, government policies and reports, and English literacy development; a series of diverse case studies in which teachers describe strategies that have improved the performance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, viewing and listening; an annotated bibliography.

Recommended Citation

Batten, M., Frigo, T., Hughes, P., & McNamara, N. (1998). Enhancing English Literacy Skills In Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Students. https://research.acer.edu.au/indigenous_education/5