ELI301

ASSIGNMENT 2 GUIDELINES

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 Comprehensive research which you interpret,
Let’s re-cap! evaluate, analyse, and then present using your
Presenting a successful knowledge and skills.
assignment and well- Proficiency in presenting an argument or a
written essay takes and discussion.
essay Adapting your style of writing to suit the
academic nature of the essay:
• formal word choice, no contractions
• word choice will include terminology based
on the content you need to discuss
• formal, informative tone
• style will be more objective than subjective
• avoid too many personal pronouns
Correct structure.
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In-text references and a reference list.
Effective planning leads to effective writing!
Remember the steps:
Brainstorming

Organising ideas

Creating a first draft

Editing and Proofreading

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Revising and Rewriting

Planning/Organising ideas
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Ask yourself?
What do I need to do/write about?
Which main points do I want to discuss?
How will I structure my essay/How many paragraphs do I need to include?
What research do I need to do?
How many sources do I need to visit?
Is my essay purely based on theory or is there an application aspect too?
How will I introduce/conclude my essay?
 Topic Part A Examine the research publication in the AG, and write an essay on the
important role of word recognition in assisting Foundation Phase learners to read with
understanding and fluency and the strategies the teacher can use to support learners who
have poor word recognition skills.
Note: General guidelines:
Discuss the role and relationship of 1. Length 1000 -1500 words.
phonological and phonemic 2. Use the correct essay structure as discussed
awareness to word recognition. in this presentation.
Explain why word recognition leads 3. Use a tool such as Grammerly to check
to success in reading skills. spelling and grammar.
Provide an overview of the 4. A linear essay planning sheet has been
prerequisites for word posted on ECI to assist you in planning your
recognition. essay.
Discuss the guidelines a teacher can 5. Submit your assignment to Turnitin. It should
follow to teach letter-sound have a similarity index of no more than 20%.
relationships to Grade 1 learners. 6. Refer to the Refencing Techniques Guide on
the ECI page.
You need to consider the following in your essay:
Give a definition of word recognition. Provide the main points of
introduction your discussion.
Discuss the role and relationship of phonological and phonemic
awareness to word recognition.
Explain why word recognition is an important component of
content the acquisition of reading skills.
Provide an overview of the prerequisites for word
recognition.
Discuss the guidelines a teacher can follow to teach letter-sound
relationships to Grade 1 learners.

conclusion Summarise the main points.

 Each paragraph must contain the following:

 Topic statement.
 Exploration/development of statement.
 Research – direct quote or paraphrased quote.
 Example of how to implement practically apply/example from
the classroom.
 Topic Part B refer to the case study and identify Samuel’s
reading level. Describe 5 activities to develop letter-sound
relationship and 5 activities to develop word recognition.
Note:
Read pages 55, 65 and 66 in your text book.
General guidelines:
Identify Samuel’s level of reading
development. Motivate your response by 1. Length depends on the nature of the
referring to the case study. activities. 1000-1500 words is a guideline.
Identify and plan 5 activities that you will 2. Use a tool such as Grammerly to check
use during your intervention to develop spelling and grammar.
Samuel's letter-sound relationship skills.
3. Submit along with Part A to Turnitin. It
Use examples to explain each of the 5
activities in detail. should have a similarity index of no more
Identify and plan 5 appropriate activities that than 20%.
you will used during your intervention to 4. Refer to the Refencing Techniques Guide
develop Samuel's word recognition skills. on the ECI page.
Useful phrases

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Linking/transition words

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 Checklist
check the following as you complete your assignment

GENERAL
Worked through the Word Recognition chapter in The Struggling reader pg. 50– 75.
Read articles on Ebscohost or Google Scholar pertaining to word recognition and
intervention strategies for learners with word recognition challenges.

Read through the Assessment Guide instructions and ensure that you understand
all the elements of the assignment for Part A and B.

Read through the assessment rubric to know what is expected from you.
PART A
Have you summarised the important role of word recognition in assisting Foundation Phase learners to read with
understanding and fluency, AND summarised the strategies the teacher will use to support learners who have poor word
recognition skills. Have you written a draft essay of 1000 – 1200 words. Does it include:
 Introduction includes a topic statement, summary of main points, definition of word
recognition.
 Role and relationship of phonological and phonemic awareness to word recognition
discussed
 Overview of the prerequisites for word recognition and an explanation of why word
recognition is an important component of the acquisition of reading skills.
 Guidelines to letter sound relationships for Grade 1 learners.
 Correct in-text referencing which is sensible and substantiates your own statements.
 An appropriate conclusion.
 Grammar and language proofread and corrected.
 Sound structure including linking words.
 Use of the assessment rubric in the AG to guide you.
 At least four references, showing variety and evidence of Stadio referencing techniques.
PART B
Analyse and summarise the word recognition challenges that Samuel is experiencing. Refer to pages 55, 65 and 66
in ‘The Stuggling reader’. Identify the level of reading development that Samuel is currently at. Refer to Samuel’s
specific challenges as indicated in the case study. Ensure that you include the following:
 Discussion of the reading development stage that Samuel is currently at.
 Discussion of five appropriate activities that will develop Samuel’s letter-sound
relationship skills.
 Examples of the tools (checklists, flashcards, picture cards) you will use during each
activity.
 List references which show evidence of Stadio referencing techniques.
 Visit at least 5 sources
REFERENCING: include the CAPS document as
a source. You may use text
1. books as resources.
2.
3. Part A Vary your sources:
4.  publications
5.  articles
Part B
 anthologies
 text books
 library books
 blogs

Use the correct referencing techniques as

presented in the Stadio Referencing Guide.
Do not rely on internet generated citation.