RDG 351 Wk 3 Discussion – Phonemic Awareness and Phonics

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This week’s focus is on emergent reading strategies and morphemic analysis. How would you describe the difference between phonemic awareness and phonics? Why is phonemic awareness so important? What is an approach to phonics instruction that you have used, observed, or researched that you feel is effective?Explain and provide specific examples to support your responses.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.