Missouri State University – Spelling Class
Most spelling literature is geared toward K-12 and/or native speakers, but not so much for adult learners
Designed own curriculum
Spelling class is 5% of writing/grammar grade
2 days per week at 8am (reg classes start at 9)
Placement test for spelling
Class called “Spelling”
Curriculum based on
Rules and phonic patters
Themes
Troublesome words for L2 learners
Everyday words
Moving Forwards
Formal integration of all phases and experiences
Establish solid curriculum and evaluation system
Ensure learning outcomes line up with CEA Accreditation
Ensure awareness, autonomy, and authenticity (van Lier 1996)
Then they created a “Spelling 2” class
ID/spell prefixes, roots, suffixes in multisyllabic words
Look at History of English, word origins, looked at borrowed words
Looked at role of International words in English by categorizing words by national origin, spelling similarities and correct definition
ID and apply basic spelling rules to college level words from the AWL
These spelling classes help build vocabulary at all levels
“Basic Spelling”
Saying words
Beginning, middle, end sounds
Root words
Etc.
BEST PRACTICES
Concentration on vocab words, but brining in vocabulary and pronunciation is key
Concentration on vocab words, but brining in vocabulary and pronunciation is key
Placement testing to determine learner needs
Identifying universal needs
Mixing inductive and deductive motivation
Recycling and scaffolding
50 words covering all the rules and irregulars
Pay $100 fee for the spelling class
Reference book – Words their way with English learners: Word study for phonic, vocabulary, and spelling instruction… D.R. Bear, et al
Take multiple approaches
Spelling City.com
Content-based? Reduced vowels?
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