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Meeting the Needs

Hosted by Karen-Tui Boyes & Jenny Tebbutt · education · EN-NZ

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About this Podcast:

Meeting the Needs of At-Risk Learners through Structured Literacy This podcast is all about empowering teachers with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively support at-risk students through structured literacy. Host Karen-Tui Boyes is joined by our expert, Jenny Tebbutt, who brings a wealth of experience in literacy education. Together, they explore how to implement structured literacy in your classroom, improve student outcomes, and create lasting change.

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What is Meeting the Needs about?

Meeting the Needs of At-Risk Learners through Structured Literacy This podcast is all about empowering teachers with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively support at-risk students through structured literacy. Host Karen-Tui Boyes is joined by our expert, Jenny Tebbutt, who brings a wealth of experience in literacy education.

Who hosts Meeting the Needs?

Meeting the Needs is hosted by Karen-Tui Boyes & Jenny Tebbutt. The show has published 10 episodes to date.

What has Meeting the Needs covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Nail your Structured Literacy Approach Teaching through Communities of Practice" (23 June 2025, 12 minutes), "The Game Changer: Why Fluency and Automaticity Matter" (6 June 2025, 13 minutes), and "Why Cognitive Load Theory Deserves a Front Row in Education" (26 May 2025, 26 minutes).

How often does Meeting the Needs publish?

Meeting the Needs publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 21 minutes across 10 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Meeting the Needs?

Booking probability for Meeting the Needs is 17%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Meeting the Needs requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Meeting the Needs's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Meeting the Needs?

The strongest fits for Meeting the Needs are Educational Support Services. Meeting the Needs has an education audience.

About the host

Karen-Tui Boyes & Jenny Tebbutt hosts Meeting the Needs, an education podcast with 10 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #11

    Nail your Structured Literacy Approach Teaching through Communities of Practice

    Jun 23, 202512 minS1

    <p>In this episode, we check out the power of Communities of Practice and how they can transform your structured literacy approach teaching. Jenny shares the benefits of joining these collaborative sessions — from...

  • Episode #10

    The Game Changer: Why Fluency and Automaticity Matter

    Jun 6, 202513 minS1

    <p>Dive into the game-changing role of fluency, automaticity, and processing delays in learning success. Jenny shares powerful insights from her recent work with teachers, exploring how oral language, handwriting, and...

  • Episode #9

    Why Cognitive Load Theory Deserves a Front Row in Education

    May 26, 202526 minS1

    <p>In this thought-provoking episode, Karen Tui Boyes and Jenny Tebbutt delve into <b>Cognitive Load Theory</b> — not just as a scientific concept, but as a crucial tool for everyday classroom planning. They explore why...

  • Episode #8

    Explicit Teaching: The Secret Sauce for Learning Success

    May 1, 202518 minS1

    <p>Are you really teaching explicitly—or just scratching the surface? In this episode, Karen and Jenny unpack what explicit instruction looks like in real classrooms, why it's non-negotiable for beginner learners, and...

  • Episode #7

    Is Differentiation - Grouping, Planning & Targeted Teaching?

    Apr 9, 202516 minS1

    <p>Differentiation gets talked about a lot—but what does it actually mean in a real classroom with diverse learners? In this episode, Jenny dives deep into how we can group, plan, and teach with purpose to meet every...

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    Beyond 20/20:  Understanding Visual Processing

    Apr 1, 202523 minS0

    <p>In this week’s episode of Meeting the Needs of At-Risk Learners Through Structured Literacy, Jenny shines a light on something often overlooked: <b>visual processing difficulties</b>. </p><p>Many students with...

  • Episode #5

    Phonological Awareness: The Missing Piece in Literacy

    Mar 25, 202521 minS1

    <p>Did you know that 99% of children with learning difficulties have a phonological weakness? In this episode, Karen and Jenny look into what phonological awareness really is, why it matters so much, and how structured...

  • Episode #4

    Hearing the Difference - Understanding Auditory Processing

    Mar 18, 202526 minS1

    <p>In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of auditory processing—what it is, how it affects learning, and why some students struggle to "hear the difference." Jenny unpacks the five key types of auditory...

  • Episode #3

    Addressing Underpinning Weaknesses

    Mar 14, 202530 minS1

    <p>Learn how Structured Literacy helps address key underpinning weaknesses, including phonological challenges, working memory, and processing speed. Jenny shares practical strategies that empower teachers to support...

  • Episode #2

    The Power of a Multimodal Approach

    Mar 10, 202528 minS1

    <p>In this episode, we explore the importance of a multimodal approach in structured literacy, emphasising that learning challenges go beyond academics. Jenny shares insights on how integrating social, emotional, and...

  • Episode #1

    Unlocking Learning for At-Risk Students

    Feb 25, 202517 minS1

    <p>Unlock the power of Structured Literacy to better support at-risk learners in your classroom! In this episode, we explore why Structured Literacy is not a programme, rather a proven, evidence-based approach that...

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