Spel-- is a Four-letter Word

Spel-- is a Four-letter Word
Author: J. Richard Gentry
Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
Total Pages: 62
Release: 1987
Genre: Education
ISBN:

When you have an hour, why not read this book? It's well writtenand interesting and certainly has an important message for primary teachers. - The Reading TeacherOften spelling is taught in a way offensive to children, which creates a set of false dichotomies that prejudice them against spelling. Spel . . . Is a Four-Letter Word is devoted to helping teachers and parents to teach spelling as part of the reading-writing process.

Spelling Skills, Grade 4

Spelling Skills, Grade 4
Author: Smith
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2008-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1580377998

Support students' spelling, phonics, and writing skills with Spelling Skills for grade 4. This 128-page book teaches spelling skills through whole-group and individual instruction and includes enrichment activities, a glossary, a list of children's literature, student spelling inventory, reproducibles, and an answer key. Students grasp a well-rounded understanding of spelling skills, practice the skills with exercises, and apply those skills through writing assignments.

A/AS Level English Language for AQA Student Book

A/AS Level English Language for AQA Student Book
Author: Marcello Giovanelli
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2015-06-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1107465621

A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2015 A Level English qualifications. Endorsed for the AQA A/AS Level English Language specifications for first teaching from 2015, this print Student Book is suitable for all abilities, providing stretch opportunities for the more able and additional scaffolding for those who need it. Helping bridge the gap between GCSE and A Level, the unique three-part structure provides essential knowledge and allows students to develop their skills through a deeper study of key topics, whilst encouraging independent learning. An enhanced digital version and free Teacher's Resource are also available.

Teaching Literacy to Learners with Dyslexia

Teaching Literacy to Learners with Dyslexia
Author: Kathleen Kelly
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 593
Release: 2016-03-26
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1473967953

The Second Edition of this bestselling book provides a structured multi-sensory programme for teaching literacy to children and young people from 5-18 with dyslexia and other specific literacy difficulties. Supported by a wealth of resources available online and updated throughout, the new edition now includes a brand new section on Implementing the Accelerated Programme for learners who have already acquired some literacy skills. This includes: A placement test to indicate whether the programme is appropriate A diagnostic assessment procedure to determine where the learner should begin on the Accelerated Programme Examples of lesson plans, reading cards and spelling cards to help teachers prepare resources for their students With tried and tested strategies and activities this book continues to provide everything you need to help improve and develop the literacy skills of learners in your setting including; the rationale for a structured multi-sensory approach the development of phonological, reading, writing and spelling skills working with learners who have English as an Additional Language (EAL) lesson structure and lesson-planning alphabet and dictionary skills memory work and study skills teaching the programme to groups ideas for working with young children.

Handbook of Qualitative Research in Communication Disorders

Handbook of Qualitative Research in Communication Disorders
Author: Martin J. Ball
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2014-04-11
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1134187416

This volume provides a comprehensive and in-depth handbook of qualitative research in the field of communication disorders. It introduces and illustrates the wide range of qualitative paradigms that have been used in recent years to investigate various aspects of communication disorders. The first part of the Handbook introduces in some detail the concept of qualitative research and its application to communication disorders, and describes the main qualitative research approaches. The contributions are forward-looking rather than merely giving an overview of their topic. The second part illustrates these approaches through a series of case studies of different communication disorders using qualitative methods of research. This Handbook is an essential resource for senior undergraduate and graduate students, researchers and practitioners, in communication disorders and related fields.

Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics in Primary Schools

Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics in Primary Schools
Author: Wendy Jolliffe
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2015-05-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1473927005

Systematic synthetic phonics is a key strategy in the teaching of reading. This text supports trainee teachers working towards primary QTS in how to use phonics effectively. It explores what works in phonics teaching, and why. It begins with the subject knowledge that underpins effective teaching and goes on to explore pedagogy from the early years to Key Stage 2. The book includes a review of different popular phonics programmes, set against the DfE (2011) criteria for high-quality phonics teaching. This second edition has been updated in line with the new National Curriculum, includes new guidance on the Year 1 phonics screening check and new lessons ideas and practical guidance for teaching phonics.

Write All About It

Write All About It
Author: Mary Ellen Sterling
Publisher: Teacher Created Resources
Total Pages: 82
Release: 1993
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1557345015

Teaching Essential Literacy Skills in the Early Years Classroom

Teaching Essential Literacy Skills in the Early Years Classroom
Author: Tara Concannon-Gibney
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2018-11-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1351061178

Teaching and learning literacy in the early years can be a joyful, explorative and meaningful experience. This accessible book will give teachers and practitioners the practical and theoretical skills and knowledge they require to successfully and confidently teach reading, writing and oral skills in the early years classroom. Foregrounding the ways in which literacy instruction can be made enjoyable and meaningful from the very beginning, Teaching Essential Literacy Skills in the Early Years Classroom explores the theory and practice of teaching various aspects of literacy and language, from phonological awareness, phonics and fluency, to vocabulary and comprehension. Chapters draw on the latest research to identify and showcase best practice in writing instruction, illustrate how language and literacy can be developed through play, and outline how a teacher might use the environment to enhance children’s learning. Downloadable resources, examples of planning, classroom activities and vignettes can be quickly and easily adapted for use in any early years setting. A rich and comprehensive source of information, ideas, activities and tips, this will be a key resource for pre- and in-service teachers and practitioners looking to adopt a cohesive, effective and meaningful approach to literacy teaching and learning.

Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics

Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics
Author: David Waugh
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 171
Release: 2013-10-14
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1446296040

Can you demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics? If you are training to be a primary school teacher you need to have, and to demonstrate, a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics to meet the Teachers′ Standards. This companion text to the popular Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics in Primary Schools enables you to audit your knowledge, making you more aware of the subject and the areas in which you need to know more. In all chapters, self audits are accompanied by guidance on next steps for developing your knowledge. All chapters feature sections that link your learning to the classroom, showing you how to use your knowledge to teach phonics. Designed to help build your confidence and develop your knowledge of phonics, this text supports your development as an effective teacher of reading. This is a companion text to: Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics in Primary Schools Joliffe, Waugh and Carss David Waugh is Director on Primary PGCE at Durham University where he is also the subject leader for English. He has published extensively in Primary English. David is a former deputy head teacher, was Head of the Education department at University of Hull, and was Regional Adviser for ITT for the National Strategies from 2008 to 2010. Ruth Harrison-Palmer is a former acting head teacher. She has worked for the National Strategies and Cumbria Local Authority as a literacy consultant. Currently Ruth has a senior role in ITE at the University of Cumbria.