Is Gamification Effective in Learning to Read?

10 May 2024
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Gamification applies game mechanics to non-game environments, like education, to engage and motivate learners.

How Does Spoken Language Set the Foundation for Learning to Read?

9 April 2024

The process of learning to read doesn’t begin with the alphabet itself, but is deeply rooted in the spoken language…

Making GoLexic more accessible

28 March 2024

In 2023, GoLexic received funding from the European Union, under the Women TechEU initiative. Let's look back at what this…

What are Decodable Texts?

14 February 2024

In the GoLexic reading programme, children strengthen their reading skills using decodable texts. How are these texts different from the…

6 Reasons why learning to read should be taught

12 November 2023

As parents, all we want is to equip our children with all the tools to grow up happy, and fulfilled.…

Speaking and reading skills: How Strong Oral Language Skills Set the Stage for Reading Success

30 October 2023

And even though learning to talk doesn’t require any literacy skills, learning to read and write requires language skills. In…

The 5 Components of the Science of Reading

29 September 2023

A few decades ago, cognitive scientists compiled the research and identified five components of effective literacy instruction. This research is…

22 Books for dyslexic children

7 September 2023

Finding the right books for someone with dyslexia or reading difficulties can be a bit overwhelming. Luckily, we asked some…

British Actor Tom Holland on dyslexia: How his difference became a strength

9 August 2023

At Golexic, we believe that everyone, including those with dyslexia, can achieve success. That's why we want to share with…

Are bilingual children dyslexic in both languages?

9 August 2023

One interesting aspect of dyslexia is how it manifests itself differently in different languages. Bilingual individuals who speak more than…

Dyslexia strengths and career paths

9 August 2023

Dyslexia is not only about struggles with reading. It can also often involve specific strengths or ‘superpowers’. And for inspiration,…

Parenting strategies to nurture dyslexic children and their growth

9 August 2023

While it can be a challenging journey for children and their parents, it is important to remember that dyslexia does…