Phonics 101: Syllable Division and Building Fluency in Connected Texts

Sarah Curry
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60
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Description

Are you curious about how teachers can effectively teach syllable division strategies to support students' decoding of multisyllabic words? Teaching syllable division strategies can help students break down multisyllabic words into manageable parts, improving their decoding skills and overall reading fluency. Join Sarah Curry for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore the research that supports syllable division instruction using the six syllable types in phonics, routines for teaching syllable division, and best practices of explicit instruction. Get ready to elevate your teaching practice and take your students' reading skills to the next level! Sarah's expertise in literacy instruction will equip you with the tools and resources you need to deepen your understanding of phonics instruction and empower your students to become proficient readers.

Objectives

Recall the syllable division strategy and its application in decoding multisyllabic words. Analyze the best practices for building fluency in connected texts and helping students apply their phonics skills in real-world reading experiences. Implement effective syllable division strategies and techniques to teach students how to decode multisyllabic words, adapting instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners. Evaluate students' mastery of syllable division and fluency in connected texts using formative

Key Take Aways

• Learn effective syllable division strategies and techniques for teaching students how to decode multisyllabic words with confidence and ease. • Explore best practices for building fluency in connected texts and helping students apply their phonics skills in real-world reading experiences. • Discover how to integrate phonics instruction seamlessly into your literacy curriculum, creating engaging and effective learning experiences for all students. • Learn how to assess and monitor students' progress in decoding multisyllabic words and building fluency, using formative assessment data to inform instruction and provide targeted support.

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Sarah Curry

Sarah Curry is a biliteracy specialist and Reading Academies cohort leader at Spring Branch ISD. With 20+ years in education, she holds degrees in early childhood education and TESOL, and has served as an ESL teacher, curriculum writer, and program manager.
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