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Tag: Teaching the Language Strand
English Homographs
Some of the most commonly confused words, especially for English language learners are homographs. The word part homo means same and graphs means writing, so a…
Spelling Lists and Tests
Teachers who are serious about effective spelling instruction use the spelling pre-test as a diagnostic assessment to differentiate instruction. In this article, teachers will learn how…
Spelling Rules
In this six part series on How to Teach Spelling, this third post discusses and provides teaching resources for teaching the eight conventional spelling rules.
How to Memorize Vocabulary
Many people want to improve their vocabularies, but memorization and retention are the key roadblocks. Not everyone has a natural ability to memorize. However, memorization is…
How to Teach Precise Vocabulary
Memorizing words with precise denotative and connotative definitions is important. Sloppy use of our language inhibits effective communication and leads to misunderstandings. Learn the techniques to…
Vocabulary Review Games
Students are more likely to use study and practice procedures that are “game-like” and less boring than simple rote memorization. Here are some fun and effective…
Vocabulary Word Part Games
Students are more likely to use study and practice procedures that are “game-like” and less boring than simple rote memorization. Here are some fun and effective…
Vowel Team Spelling Games
Spellers often struggle in the “Within Word” stage of spelling development. The key challenge for spellers within this spelling stage involves the vowel sound-spellings. These three…