It is very difficult to NOT correct students when they are reading aloud. When I read with my eight year old, I have to bit my tongue, so that I don't jump in! Isn't it interesting to think that in schools we spend so much time memorizing how to spell a word when, in fact, the spelling may not be helping us to read. And, yes, spelling is an essential skill--but there are many ways to learn how to spell and it doesn't have to become a central focus....My two cents anyway. :)
I struggled with the not needing to know how to spell rule. I am an avid reader, and have always been pretty good at spelling. I kind of assumed that my skill in spelling had to do with all of the reading I do. However, I realize the error of my thinking. I have a niece who is incredibly bright. She reads all the time and, like you, she struggles with spelling. Sometimes her spelling makes me cringe. But it is obvious that it does not slow down her comprehension or retention of what she reads.
I really like what you discussed about the learning process in an institutional setting being somewhat unnatural. You are right, in my opinion, and we need to figure out ways to make the learning process fit into where kids are in their developmental progression, rather than trying to make them fit.
I agree that it is hard NOT to correct students when they are not pronouncing words correctly. I always thought it was helpful to the student. I also like the point that you made about students being rushed from activity to another without giving them a chance to absorb the information. I work at a school and see that all the time. Students need to be able to think about what it is that they are learning. If they don't, they are not going to remember it in the future. I think you did a great job! -Mayra
I agree as well with everyone that it is hard when you are reading with a student to not correc them right away. I think that we have a natural instinct to correct when hear something wrong. This is something I am guilty of and realize that this can stress the student or make them hesitant. Like Anglee was saying that spelling isn't what makes a person a good reader. You don't need to know how to spell each word that you are reading because it has nothing to do with the reading process and the comprehension of the material. Overall I agree with your response to this question. -Stacia
It is very difficult to NOT correct students when they are reading aloud. When I read with my eight year old, I have to bit my tongue, so that I don't jump in!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it interesting to think that in schools we spend so much time memorizing how to spell a word when, in fact, the spelling may not be helping us to read. And, yes, spelling is an essential skill--but there are many ways to learn how to spell and it doesn't have to become a central focus....My two cents anyway. :)
Hi Karina,
ReplyDeleteI struggled with the not needing to know how to spell rule. I am an avid reader, and have always been pretty good at spelling. I kind of assumed that my skill in spelling had to do with all of the reading I do. However, I realize the error of my thinking. I have a niece who is incredibly bright. She reads all the time and, like you, she struggles with spelling. Sometimes her spelling makes me cringe. But it is obvious that it does not slow down her comprehension or retention of what she reads.
I really like what you discussed about the learning process in an institutional setting being somewhat unnatural. You are right, in my opinion, and we need to figure out ways to make the learning process fit into where kids are in their developmental progression, rather than trying to make them fit.
I agree that it is hard NOT to correct students when they are not pronouncing words correctly. I always thought it was helpful to the student. I also like the point that you made about students being rushed from activity to another without giving them a chance to absorb the information. I work at a school and see that all the time. Students need to be able to think about what it is that they are learning. If they don't, they are not going to remember it in the future. I think you did a great job!
ReplyDelete-Mayra
I agree as well with everyone that it is hard when you are reading with a student to not correc them right away. I think that we have a natural instinct to correct when hear something wrong. This is something I am guilty of and realize that this can stress the student or make them hesitant. Like Anglee was saying that spelling isn't what makes a person a good reader. You don't need to know how to spell each word that you are reading because it has nothing to do with the reading process and the comprehension of the material. Overall I agree with your response to this question.
ReplyDelete-Stacia