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Melissa & Lori Love Literacy ™

Ep. 187: Understanding the Logic of English with Denise Eide

Mar 15, 2024
Denise Eide shares how understanding the logic of English can improve reading and spelling skills. Teaching complete phonics rules empowers students. Exploring phonetic inconsistencies and decoding words enhances learning. Mastering high-frequency words is key to efficient decoding. Utilizing decodable books and phonemic awareness helps navigate spelling challenges. Understanding the balance between sound and meaning is crucial in English spelling.
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Quick takeaways

  • English spelling and decoding can be logical and systematic with complete phonics rules.
  • All words in English are decodable when the rules are understood.

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Understanding the Logical Structure of English Language

English language is often perceived as filled with exceptions, but the podcast delves into the idea that English actually follows logical rules. Author Denise Eyde shares insights on the logical aspects of English, emphasizing how understanding the language's logic can enhance teaching literacy. Discovering the phonemic connections within English can significantly aid students in reading and spelling.

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