TACTYC is beginning a new venture – producing Occasional Papers on issues about which we have undertaken significant research or thinking. The first two papers are:

1. The Early Years Foundation Stage through the daily experiences of children
   The Reception Class research we undertook in 2010/2011 which partially replicates research undertaken by Prof. Janet Moyles and colleagues in 2004 with the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (Recreating the Reception Year). The findings give a picture of children's actual experiences in reception classes across the country and makes interesting reading.
   
   
2. The 'Readiness' literature review 2011
   The 'Readiness' literature review 2011 which we commissioned from Dr. David Whitebread and Dr. Sue Bingham from University of Cambridge to gain a better understanding of this concept of 'readiness' which we can share with all those in early years given that this is a significant concept in current English government thinking.
   
   
3. Reading and phonics - to be available soon, so watch this space!

We hope to produce Occasional papers periodically which will be free to members but will cost around £2.00 for non-members. The first Occasional Papers were produced in time for our 2011 November Conference and AGM and given to all delegates.

If you are a member these Occasional Papers are free to you. You can download from the website using your usual username and password. If you'd prefer a hard copy, please e-mail Janet as below.

For non-members, the cost is £2.00 per copy plus a large stamped addressed envelope to be sent to Janet Moyles (please send an e-mail to Janet for information about the address to which to send your cheque and request).