Sunday Feb 23, 2025
The Slow Death of Reading
Despite England's primary school students ranking fourth globally in reading proficiency, fewer young people are choosing to study English literature, and reading for pleasure is at its lowest level since 2005.
In this episode, Kai speaks with Daisy Christodoulou, Director of Education at No More Marking, about the global decline of English literature in education. They explore the reasons behind this shift, its connection to reading habits, and whether we should be concerned.
In this episode:
0:40 The state of reading
4:52 English Lit versus Maths
7:55 Reading as a global issue
10:11 Benefits of reading more
16:03 A balanced approach?
19:04 Building a reading habit
23:23 A book Kai will never forget
24:54 No more Smartphones
28:48 Vibrant school libraries
36:30 Daisy's favourite poem
37:50 World Book Day ideas
39:40 Daisy's leadership tips
About Our Guest:
Daisy Christodoulou is a leading voice in education and is known for her work in assessment, curriculum reform, and evidence-based teaching. She is the author of Seven Myths About Education, Making Good Progress, Teachers Versus Tech, and I Can’t Stop Thinking About VAR.
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Credits
Hosted by Kai Vacher
Produced by Stuart Pardoe, Zoe Snell, and Marion James
A BSM BSS production
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