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In this educational podcast series, Associate Professor Loh Chin Ee from the National Institute of Education (NIE) discusses all things related to reading. Series 1, supported by the NIE Incentivising ICT-Use Innovations Grant (I3G), explores the complex issue of learning to read across life stages, from childhood to adolescence and adulthood. Series 2, supported by the Singapore Book Council, focuses on the technologies and cultures of reading, asking why and how reading and infrastructures ...
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Screen readers, magnification software and close captioning systems are some common assistive technologies developed to enable people with disability to read but have benefited all people. This episode examines how technology can make reading more inclusive. Episode Guests: Josh Tseng, Director of Accessibility Services, Etch Empathy; Creative Di…
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Children’s books are often a child’s first exposure to the world, delighting with their whimsical and imaginative ways of looking at the world. In this episode, we take a look at the process of making and selling children’s books. Episode Guests: Shannon Ong, Owner of Woods in the Books Quek Hong Shin, Illustrator Alan John, Author, Journalist Re…
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S2E5 Bonus - Gene Tan on The Work of Librarians
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In this bonus episode, Gene Tan, Chief Librarian and Chief Innovation Officer at the National Library Board, discusses the evolving role of librarians beyond traditional stereotypes, emphasising their impact on digital literacy, community engagement, and lifelong learning. Gene explores how modern libraries are innovating to foster inclusive learni…
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S2E5 - Reading Innovation at the National Library
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The mandate of libraries has been to make reading and knowledge available to all. This episode examines innovations by the National Library Board to increase the reach of books to all Singaporeans. Episode Guests: Brendan Luyt, Associate Professor, Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, Nanyang Technological University Gene Tan, Chi…
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In this bonus episode, author Neil Humphreys shares insights on his diverse writing journey across fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature, emphasising the importance of finding a unique voice amid the evolving landscape of reading and emergence of AI. He discusses the challenges writers face today and the vital connection between reading h…
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S2E4 Bonus - Professor Simon Chesterman on Reading the Law
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In this bonus episode, Professor Simon Chesterman discusses the intersection of law, fiction, and artificial intelligence. From legal reading strategies to the future of literacy in an AI-driven world, he explores how reading and writing shape critical thinking and empathy. Episode Guest: Professor Simon Chesterman, David Marshall Professor of Law …
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With the rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence, some folks have suggested that a good prompt and internet access are all that is required to write a good story. How has technology changed the way we read? What implications are there for writing and publishing? Episode Guests: Professor Simon Chesterman, David Marshall Professor of Law & Vice P…
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S2E3 Bonus - Charisse Aquino-Tagude on Building a reading culture in the Philippines
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In this bonus episode, Charisse Aquino Tugade, cultural worker and Executive Director of the National Book Development Board of the Philippines (NBDB), explains how the NBDB spearheads reading access and representation. Amid challenges faced by the publishing industry, Charisse shares innovative strategies for enhancing reading access and supportin…
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One way to building a national reading community is to create a vibrant reading community that celebrates national literature. This first episode of the 2nd season of the HWR podcast examines the work of the Singapore Book Council and National Book Development Board in developing local and regional initiatives around books and reading. Episode Gu…
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Despite laments about the decline of reading, book clubs are having a renaissance moment in Singapore. Who goes to book clubs and why do they attend these sessions? What do the popularity of book clubs tell us about reading in this day and age? Episode Guests: Alex Chua, co-founder of Book Bar Ibrahim Tahir, Founder of Wardah Books Myra Garces-B…
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S2E1 - Do We Still Need Physical Bookstores?
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Rent and raising costs are a perennial issue for bookstores who have to compete with e-books and online vendors. How will physical bookstores survive? What forms of technology and tricks of the trade can they turn to improve profits and for sustainability? And do we still need physical bookstores? Episode Guests: Ibrahim Tahir, Founder of Wardah …
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S1E7 Bonus - Professor Tommy Koh on the Importance of Reading Literature
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In this bonus episode, Professor Tommy Koh speaks about why reading literature is vital for understanding technology, mastering a language and comprehending the world. A top-notch negotiator and seasoned diplomat, Professor Koh believes that the study of literature is one of the best investments he has made. Episode Guest Professor Tommy Koh, Ambas…
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This episode re-imagines the future of reading. We examine whether reading in print or digitally has an impact on the way we read, and on the evolution of our species as a learning species. We ask, what does the skills future of reading look like? And how do we ensure we embrace all the different complexities and elements of reading as parents, edu…
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S1E6 - True or Not? - How to Spot Fake News
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In this world of ceaseless information, how do we make sense of what we read and decide what counts, what works and what is real? In this episode, we break into the world of journalism to find out how these investigators sieve truth from falsehood and decide what counts as news. We explore how online reading has changed our reading consumption and …
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In this episode, we examine the power of poetry and ask why we should read poetry in today’s fast-paced and multicultural world. What does poetry do for the soul, the mind and the heart? We interview professors and personalities to inspire us to get started on our own poetic reading journey. Episode Guests Dr Joel Gwynne, Associate Professor, Natio…
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Why do people read comics or graphic novels? Is there a distinction between the two? Who reads comics? This episode delves into the world of comic reading to explore why comics hold such attraction for not just children and teens, but adults and seniors. We make a case that comics have a place for the entertainment, education, and edification of ch…
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S1E4 Bonus - Felicia Jimenez-Low on co-writing Sherlock Sam
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The Adventures of Sherlock Sam is a bestselling adventure series about a 10-year old boy detective. Join us for this bonus episode with author Felicia Low-Jimenez as she shares about how she, together with Adan Jimenez, comes up with ideas for their books. Episode Guest Ms Felicia Low-Jimenez, co-author of The Adventures of Sherlock Sam See omnystu…
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Worldwide figures estimate that dyslexia, a learning difficulty related to language learning, affect 5-15% of the population. This bonus episode features an interview segment with Mr Edmen Leong, Director of Specialised Educational Services at the Dyslexia Association of Singapore, sharing about how we can help dyslexic children learn to read. Epis…
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Children come to school differently resourced. Many children come to school knowing their ABCs and a rare few can read chapter books by the age of six. But what about children who have difficulty learning to read because of home circumstances? This episode explores the work of educators and volunteers who make it their mission to make reading for a…
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In this episode, we delve into the world of experts who work with pre-schoolers and primary school children to uncover how young children learn to read. We examine how the human brain learns to read, and ask how the capacity to read in different languages has an impact on our brain and social and cultural development. Episode Guests Dr Beth O’Brien…
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We’ve heard many times the need for the bedtime story, and the importance of reading to children from a young age. But why is it important? How do we choose the right books? And is there a better way to read? In this episode, we learn just how important the bedtime story is, and invite guest storytellers to share with us their secrets to making a s…
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Hi, I’m Loh Chin Ee and welcome to the How We Read Podcast. I started this podcast because I wanted to help people better understand the art and science of learning to read. In my work as an educator and researcher at the National Institute of Education, people often ask me: How do I get my child to read? Can you recommend a book to make me a bette…
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