Multilingual households are culturally and linguistically rich, but they also present distinct challenges when it comes to spelling. By understanding these challenges and employing effective strategies, multilingual individuals can navigate the complexities of English spelling with greater ease and confidence. In this blog post, we will explore the unique spelling challenges faced by multilingual households and share effective strategies to enhance spelling proficiency in diverse linguistic environments. Potential Spelling Challenges in Multilingual Households Borrowed Words: Words borrowed from one language to another often retain their original spelling, which may not conf...
English is a language known for its quirks and irregularities, making it a challenging to learn. For ESL (English as a Second Language) learners, navigating the intricacies of English spelling can be particularly daunting. However, by understanding common pitfalls and employing effective strategies, ESL learners can overcome spelling challenges and enhance their language skills. Silent Letter Strategies Silent letters add an extra layer of complexity to English spelling. These letters appear in the spelling, but they are not pronounced. TIP: When you learn words with silent letters, use the Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check spelling activity. Click on the speaker to hear the word...
February is coming to a close, and this month we shared some handy spelling tips for both language learners and teachers. Whether you're navigating the intricacies of English vocabulary or perfecting your heartfelt expressions, our February blogs are here to support your educational journey with fresh perspectives. Let's recap the highlights of the month. 1) Essential Word Lists for ESL Learners: Mastering English Vocabulary If you're on the journey of learning English, building a strong vocabulary is key. In this post, we curated three essential word lists tailored for ESL learners. From everyday basics to tricky homophones and advanced vocabulary, these lists are designed...
For ESL learners, building a robust English vocabulary is crucial for effective communication and language proficiency. To support your language learning journey, we've curated three essential word lists focusing on key areas of vocabulary development. Whether you're just beginning to learn English or want to improve your skills, these lists are designed to help you become fluent in English. Essential Words for ESL Learners: Building Vocabulary for Everyday Improve your English vocabulary with this handpicked list of essential words for ESL learners, designed to improve everyday communication. From common greetings like 'hello' and 'goodbye' ...
Over the last couple of weeks, we’ve looked at ways to use Spellzone in both classroom and workplace scenarios. Spellzone is also suitable for second-language English speakers. Perhaps you are a student on your way to study in an English-speaking university, or a company looking to expand internationally – today we’ll look at how Spellzone may be able to help you. The Spellzone course uses a series of visual prompts to help users remember words. If you do not recognise a word, chances are there will be a picture alongside it which will help you to identify what it means. Take a look at this free unit for some examples. If you still can’t work out what a word m...
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One of the students has put in a huge amount of effort in completing Spellzone at least 3 times a week since his arrival with us in January. Looking at his scores after the latest GL testing, his standardised score has risen from 99 to 131. This is a truly phenomenal result. I just wanted to share the best result I have ever seen.
Terrie Penrose-Toms, Casterton College
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