❓ Hon Barbara Scott questions the absence of explicit mention of dictionary skills in the Aboriginal Literacy Strategy, implying a potential lack of emphasis. The Minister denies this, stating dictionary skills are integrated within comprehensive literacy programs.
AnsweredQoN 1280Legislative Council
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In respect of the Aboriginal Literacy Strategy -
(1) Why isn’t the teaching and use of basic dictionary skills mentioned in the Aboriginal Literacy Strategy?
(2) Is this an indication that the Minister and Department of Education and Training place minor significance, on the need for basic dictionary skills in Aboriginal literacy programs?
(1) Why isn’t the teaching and use of basic dictionary skills mentioned in the Aboriginal Literacy Strategy?
(2) Is this an indication that the Minister and Department of Education and Training place minor significance, on the need for basic dictionary skills in Aboriginal literacy programs?
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Answered
26 May 2005
Responded by
Minister for Education and Training
Response time
23 days
(2) No. Basic dictionary skills, among numerous other skills and understandings, are part of a comprehensive literacy program for all students.
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