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Efficient, Joyful Word Study in Grades 3–8
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9 MODULES
5 HOURS
This is an inquiry approach to grammar, vocabulary, and spelling instruction that "sticks!" If you’re one of the many who’ve been looking for ways to approach G3-G8 grammar, vocabulary, and spelling in joyful, efficient ways, this course is for you. 💗
Course Padlet
The What and Why of Word Study
Conferring Through a Word Study Lens
Creating a Word-curious Stance
Studying Grammar in a Meaningful Way
Structures of Impactful Passages
Finding the Balance Between Composition and Conventions
Should We Be Teaching Separate Word Study Lessons?
What Might Conferring Look Like for EAL Teachers?
How Can Grammar Inquiry be Fit Into a 50-Minute Class Period?
How Might We Get Started with Invitations/Inquiry for EAL Beginners?
Research into Vocabulary Instruction
Systematic, Explicit Vocabulary Instruction
How Might We Teach Words With Multiple Meanings?
How Might We Incorporate a Reasonable Amount of Unit Vocabulary?
How Might We Challenge Kids Already Familiar with the Unit Vocabulary?
How Might We Incorporate Word Investigations into a Weekly Schedule?
The Role of Meaning in Spelling
Teaching Morphology to Children
How Might We Decide What Word Patterns to Study?
What Else Can We Do to Assess Spelling Beyond Traditional Spelling Tests?
Does Pete Bowers’ Book Provide a Linear Progression?
How Might We Schedule Everything When Using Units of Study?
Scheduling Our Time
Tools for Supporting Word Study Instruction
Wrap-up
Course Rating (for impact) and Feedback Form
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