What's a Heart Word anyway? Exploring High-Frequency Word Instruction
Trying to learn words on a list by rote memory is inefficient, even if they are ‘tricky’ words.
We store words in an oral filing system; each word made up of a unique sequences of sounds.
We can read words automatically, and without conscious effort, when we have learned how to connect the sounds in the word with the correct sequence of letters.
The 'Heart Word' method draws on this to teach high-frequency words to beginning readers.
"Suitable for Junior Infants to Second Class."
Facilitator: Deirdre O'Toole
My name is Dee and I am an Irish Primary School teacher.
I’ve been teaching since 2005, and a Mammy since 2008. I have worked in three very different schools and have taught most class levels. Songs, stories and playtime are part of our daily routine.
As a teacher and a parent, I am constantly learning. I am passionate about making school a fun learning environment for all. I have particular interests in Play, Music, Picturebooks and STEM; basically, any subject where teacher and children can be creative and have fun. I love to share ideas with other teachers.
I am currently studying for a PhD in Literacy Education in Mary Immaculate College, which is tough, but enjoyable!
Course Properties
Course date | 05-11-2024 7:00 pm |
End Date | 05-11-2024 8:00 pm |
Fee | Free |
Speaker | Deirdre O Toole - Playful Classroom |
Select Hours | 1 |
Location | Online |