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Syllable Sections (Orton-Gillingham Based)
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Intermediate Level
Follows Orton-Gillingham Curriculum
Syllables Why teach about syllables? Dividing words into parts, or "chunks" helps speed the process of decoding. Knowing the rules for syllable division can students read words more accurately and fluently. Understanding syllables can also help students learn to spell words correctly. When readers know the syllable division rules, it A) helps them successfully decode multisyllabic words and B) provides them with clues about the vowel sounds in multisyllabic words! Knowing how to divide...
7 lessons//7 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Open and Closed SyllablesOpen and Closed Syllables: One- and Two-Syllable WordsWeek 2Lesson 2Silent-e SyllablesVC/CV(ce)Week 3Lesson 3R-Controlled SyllablesR-Controlled Vowels VC/CV , first syllable and second syllableWeek 4Lesson 4Vowel Teams and Compound WordsVowel Teams and Compound WordsWeek 5Lesson 5Open and Closed Syllables with one consonantOpen Syllables V/CV, Closed Syllables VC/VWeek 6Lesson 6Consonant-LE SyllablesCLE Syllables /CLEWeek 7Lesson 7V/V and Wrap-up/ReviewTwo vowels together, but are not vowel teams.
- Each week we will learn a new syllable pattern, while reviewing specific spelling patterns which make up syllable parts.
As an Orton-Gillingham instructor, I know the importance of learning ways to increase fluency in spelling and reading with multyisyllabic words. I have been working with children of various abilities and ages using this structured program.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Each week students will also be given words to practice, labeling, dividing, reading, and spelling. Students will also be asked to write a journal entry or paragraph about something of interest to the student. It is up to the student, as long as it is respectful, no politics, or any other controversial issues, please. Post writing in the classroom. Students must include: • 3 words which follow that week’s pattern. •Remember to include appropriate punctuation and capitalization. Once students have posted an entry: • Respond to another student’s entry. • Comment on the passage, respectfully. • Identify at least 3 words following the pattern from that week that the writer used.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Students will be assessed by in class observation and participation, as well as their homework. Did I label vowels and consonants? Did I divide in the correct spot? Did I read the words with fluency/automaticity? Did I spell words with fluency/automaticity?
For all learners. Science of Reading/Orton-Gillingham based.
Reading and writing one syllable words. Knowledge of vowel and consonant combinations.
Handouts for the class will be shared when needed. Paper/pencil or white board.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
PowerPoints and Games from Orton-Gillingham Online Academy.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Massachusetts
Hello! My name is Caryn. I have nearly 30 years experience as an educator. I studied Sociology and Early Childhood Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and earned my teaching license from Framingham State University. Throughout...
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Group Class
$18
weekly or $125 for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-9 learners per class