Lost for Words?
Writing is notoriously hard – both to learn and to teach. There is so much involved beyond the expected “punctuation, handwriting and spelling”.
This group of short courses, featuring guest appearances from Stephen Parsons and Ali Neale, offers a fresh, holistic, evidence-informed and practical approach to supporting learners who struggle with writing, whatever their barriers. We’ll begin by exploring the different barriers that can sit beneath writing difficulties, and how to identify what is really getting in the way. Each session will then focus on a different aspect of writing, with practical strategies to reduce specific challenges with writing. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding of why writing can be so difficult, alongside practical ideas and strategies you can use straight away to enable your learners to write with greater confidence.
Part five – Hear no evil. See no evil. Spell no evil?
Supporting spelling
Why do some learners seem to absorb spelling effortlessly while others struggle despite endless practice? In this session, we’ll explore how spelling develops, why it can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent learners, and what the research tells us about effective teaching. We’ll look at practical strategies to develop accurate spelling and, crucially, how to help learners apply those skills confidently in their everyday writing.
Why take this course?
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Understand why some learners struggle with spelling.
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Learn practical and engaging approaches to teaching and supporting spelling.