The English writing system and what every teacher needs to know about it...
Thinking Deeply about Primary Education
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Exploring English Orthography and Morphology
This chapter examines the crucial role of morphology in literacy development, emphasizing its connection to orthography, particularly in the English writing system. The speakers discuss the complexities of English orthographic conventions, comparing them to more straightforward systems like Finnish and highlighting the unique challenges for learners. They also delve into various writing systems, explaining how different orthographies, including logographic and syllabic, relate to the alphabetic nature of English and the implications for teaching literacy.
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