ch or tch??
The rule for determining whether or not to add the ‘t’ before ‘ch’ is: Add ‘t’ before ‘ch’ after a short vowel. For example, the following words all have a short vowel immediately in front of ‘ch’ and therefore require … Continued
Knowledge Checks
McDermott et al.’s (2014) study showed that frequent low-stakes quizzes or practice tests help boost memory. Rather than using the words ‘practice test’, perhaps use the term knowledge checks because using the word ‘test’ or even ‘quiz’ can immediately cause … Continued
Supporting Learning
In their book Powerful Teaching, Agarwal and Bain (2019) suggest four key philosophies or messages that should underpin providing a supportive learning environment: 1. We all need time to think and learn: Everyone learns at a different pace and process … Continued
Assistive Technology Myths
Martin (2022) discusses five myths about students with dyslexia using assistive technology. This is an overview of the key points made in his article. Myth 1: Using assistive technology is cheating Dyslexia is a disability. Like any other disability we should … Continued
The Power of Stories
As Willingham (2022) notes, the human mind is predisposed to remember stories. Stories by definition show relationships between different objects, events and/or characters. Research shows that we find stories intrinsically more interesting than other formats. In addition, stories are easier … Continued