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Ep. 181: What Research Says About Phonemic Awareness with Matt Burns
Feb 2, 2024
Matt Burns, an expert in phonemic awareness and reading instruction, discusses the reciprocal relationship between phonemic awareness and reading. He emphasizes the importance of decoding skills and suggests using nonsense word fluency assessments. Practical takeaways include focusing on decoding instead of teaching nonsense words. Additional resources for learning about phonemic awareness are recommended.
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- Phonemic awareness is an outcome of skilled reading, not a precursor.
- Decoding skills are a strong predictor of reading success.
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Teaching Blending, Segmenting, and Isolating
It is important to explicitly teach students the skills of blending, segmenting, and isolating sounds in words. These skills are crucial building blocks for reading and should be taught in kindergarten and first grade. Focus on these skills as part of phonemic awareness instruction.
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