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Upgrade the method of teaching English

Why should we know the right way to teach to read and write English?

Scientific studies have repeatedly found that phonics instruction is the most effective way to teach children how to read. Without it, some children will end up having serious reading difficulties. Phonics instruction teaches children how to decode letters into their respective sounds, a skill that is essential for them to read unfamiliar words by themselves.

Beginning readers do not make direct connections between print and meaning in the same way that skilled readers do. However, as children become proficient readers with a large store of familiar words via a process called orthographic mapping, the phonological route to meaning is required less often.

Written English has 44 sounds associated with the 26 letters of its alphabet — some sounds are represented by combinations of letters eg /oa/, and some letters are represented in spoken language by more than one sound (eg. the letter c can be /s/ or /k/).

English is thus more accurately described as a morphophonemic language than a strictly phonetic language, but most words and morphemes are phonetically decodable; that is: they can be ‘sounded out’ using knowledge of the rules of written English.  This characteristic of English makes good phonics teaching more rather than less important — the complexity of English makes it difficult for children to learn the rules (and the exceptions) without careful and explicit teaching.

Hence, Start Smart Homeschooling has organized Phonics Teacher Training Program and trained many teachers and parents of toddlers in the past.

Following are few feedbacks given by our students.

“I recently attended the Jolly Phonics workshop conducted by Ms. Zeenath, and I must say it was an absolutely fantastic experience! Ms Zeenath is truly an expert in this field and her knowledge and teaching skills exceeded my expectations.

The workshop was worth every penny. The fees I paid were completely justified considering the invaluable knowledge I gained. I completed the workshop feeling extremely happy and satisfied with the new skills and insights I acquired.

One aspect that stood out to me was Ms. Zeenath’s ability to explain complex grammar rules in a simple and engaging manner. Her expertise and passion for teaching were evident throughout the workshop, and it made the learning process enjoyable and effective.

I am excited to implement the useful tips in my own classroom. I have no doubt that they will greatly enhance my teaching methods and benefit my students.

If you’re looking for a top-notch Jolly Phonics workshop, I highly recommend attending Smart Start Homeschooling. The workshop will leave you equipped with valuable knowledge.”

Amrath Rushdy – Preschool teacher at Dubai

“Hi I’m from Melbourne and I enjoyed attending Ms.Zeenath’s  Phonics  training And I’m pleased to say that I wholeheartedly concur that the invaluable information I gained and the effort I invested were wholly worthwhile.

 The classes proved to be an absolutely incredible experience. The knowledge and abilities Ms. Zeenath possesses as an educator in the realm of phonics have completely satisfied my expectations.

I’m looking forward to utilising everything that I learned from you in the future and, hopefully, being able to demonstrate the insight you have given me in the classroom.

To learn more about JollyPhonics and many extra knowledge on how to teach little brains I strongly advise visiting Smart Start Homeschooling. You’ll walk away from the workshop knowing that you have attained valuable knowledge.”

Anis Mohideen – Kindergarten Teacher – Australia

“Class was good..I learned so many new things…Because this is new to me..so now only i got an idea about the phonics …So i think I will learn more…This will help us to improve our English knowledge …Thank you..😊♥️”

Shashini – Preschool Teacher-  Kandy

“I appreciate your efforts to create a supportive learning environment. You have effectively explained the principles of phonics and the connection between sounds and letters. The visual aids such as flash cards and other materials shared has made it more easier and convenient for teachers. The lessons are precised and well delivered within the time frame. Thanks again for all the knowledge you are sharing. 🤍”

Nafeesha – Teacher – Oman

Course content

Take away!

Phonemic awareness and phonics do work together when students learn to read and spell. Words are made up of sounds (phonemic awareness) and letters represent these sounds in print (phonics). Without the ability to hear sounds in words, phonemic awareness and phonics cannot engage in this reciprocal relationship. Researcher Wiley Blevins explains, “Phonemic awareness training provides the foundation on which phonics instruction is built. Thus, children need solid phonemic awareness training for phonics instruction to be effective.”

It is essential for students to understand that words are made up of individual sounds, and they can blend, segment, and manipulate those sounds. If students can do this work through the air, we can transfer these skills to print, so they can read and spell more words.

Do you want to know how to introduce these to the little brains and unlock their reading and writing skills join our upcoming teacher training program

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