MICHAEL COLLINS I LOVE READING

Biography

Michael Collins is an educator with over 35 years experience. His career has included roles such as Principal of a small school, Education Advisor – Literacy for the Queensland Department of Education, Director of Gifted & Talented Education spanning a period of 12 years, instrumental in the design and delivery of the I Love Reading literacy program in Australian schools, Deputy Principal - Curriculum in the Junior sector of Hillcrest Christian College, and currently part of a dynamic project of both designing and delivering instruction via the Virtual Learning Community. His formal qualifications include a Diploma of Teaching, Bachelor of Education, and Certificate of Gifted Education at the University of NSW. Michael has also been involved in writing English curriculum and provided teacher training and professional development for State Government initiatives. He has delivered instruction in multiple contexts including country service areas, a foundational member of a brand-new public school, and the Independent Schools’ sector. Michael’s greatest desire is to see children achieve their full potential and to equip educators with the skills necessary to inspire, instruct, encourage, and mentor students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners.

'I LOVE READING' SYNOPSIS

The I Love Reading Program was designed to develop young people who can read to learn, build skills for their future, and lead with integrity and purpose to shape a better world for all humankind. This presentation will explore the fundamentals of The Program, and introduce some practical tips for teaching English and developing literacy skills. This session will also discuss the practical application of the skills and pedagogy used to accelerate English acquisition, introduce some of the purpose built Phonetic Code sounds, and illustrate how The Program teaches in real-time.

Audiences will have the opportunity to learn and perform a famous Australian phrase: "Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! Oi, Oi, Oi!"