One of the world’s foremost experts in reading fluency will headline a major conference being organised by HFL Education.
Leading American academic, Professor Tim Rasinski of Kent State University, is one of a host of high-profile experts taking part in HFL Education’s Reading Fluency Showcase 2025 event next month.
The online showcase will include a series of insightful discussions, expert-led presentations and practical workshops designed to enhance classroom practice.
It draws on HFL’s extensive experience in supporting hundreds of schools and thousands of pupils through its renowned Reading Fluency Project.
Professor Rasinski, professor emeritus of literary education at the university based in Ohio, will discuss the ‘effective teaching of reading fluency – the neglected component of the reading curriculum’.
Other key contributors taking part include award-winning poet Matt Goodfellow, Education Endowment Foundation literacy content specialist Chloe Butlin and primary reading consultant Christopher Such.
Matt Goodfellow will discuss why poetry is ‘rebel writing’ while Christoper Such will talk about what every teacher needs to know about reading. Chloe Butlin will lead a workshop on building strong readers.
Kathy Roe, HFL’s Reading Fluency Project lead, said the November 12 showcase would share ground-breaking research alongside practical strategies for both primary and secondary classrooms.
“The showcase is an event not to be missed for anyone with an interest in reading fluency,” she said.
“We’ll provide you with the latest research, proven instructional strategies and real-world case studies to help unlock the potential of every reader in school.
“Whether you are new to fluency instruction or looking to refine your approach, the Reading Fluency Showcase promises to be an invaluable opportunity to learn from the very best in the field.
“It will help you understand the components of reading fluency, implement evidence-based strategies to improve reading outcomes for learners, think about how best to rediscover the joy of reading and strengthen subject knowledge and skills.
“This is a truly unmissable event for primary and secondary school headteachers, heads of English, reading leads and those with a keen interest in improving pedagogy.”
The showcase runs from 1-5pm. Tickets cost £95 plus VAT, with additional tickets in the same order discounted to £60.
For more information and to book your place visit https://www.hfleducation.org/events/2025-reading-fluency-showcase
