Spelling St George & Sutherland Community College

Spelling

Does knowing when to use the correct spelling baffle you. Is it confusing knowing when to use practice instead of practice, stationary instead of stationery, pear instead of pair? Do you find the spelling rules confusing, before e except after c?

This workshop will help demystify the spelling process and give you confidence in your own spelling ability.

Workshop Content:

This content may vary slightly depending on class needs;

  • Common spelling rules and where to apply them.
  • Understanding how some words are spelt phonically and others are sight words.
  • Recognising sounds blends eg ur makes the same sound as er.
  • Practical exercises to help you hone your spelling skills.
  • Knowing the common mistakes people make so you can avoid making them.

Delivery Mode:

Face to face

Learning Intention:

  • To be confident in your spelling and know how to recognise mistakes so you can correctly edit your own writing.

Materials:

Students will be required to bring the following:

  • Pen
  • Paper
  • All other resources are provided

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is perfect for anyone who needs to improve their grammar skills for work, study or writing.