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ERIC Number: EJ617774
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0034-0561
A Retrospective on Invented Spelling and a Look Forward.
Gentry, J. Richard
Reading Teacher, v54 n3 p318-32 Nov 2000
Compares and critiques two models of invented spelling stages, arguing that knowledge of stages of invented spelling can lead to better assessment of children and more informed literacy instruction by offering a window into the learner's mind. Notes that good communication with parents about invented spelling can eliminate much of the controversy. Outlines new uses of invented spelling for literacy assessment. (SR)
Descriptors: Childrens Writing, Emergent Literacy, Invented Spelling, Models, Primary Education, Reading Instruction, Reading Research, Reading Writing Relationship, Writing Instruction, Writing Research
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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