[Listen again] All about teaching English Spelling - with Dr. Louisa Moats

Dr. Louisa Moats, an influential literacy expert and author of 'Speech to Print', shares her insights on the often-overlooked significance of teaching spelling. She dispels myths about English spelling's irregularity and emphasizes the role of syllable types in understanding word structure. Dr. Moats advocates for incorporating etymology and morphology in literacy education, especially for struggling learners. She also discusses strategies to support dyslexic students and the importance of unified vocabulary among educators for effective communication.