Summary:
In the article "No More Friday Spelling Tests," Kelly Loeffler discusses her use of a spelling rubric to assess students' spelling rather than traditional spelling test, which, she states, do not offer insight into spelling cues used by students.
In the article, "No More Friday Spelling Tests," Kelly Loeffler discusses her use of a spelling rubric to assess students' spelling rather that a traditional every Friday spelling test. She states that traditional spelling tests do not offer insight into the spelling cues being used by students. Whether a student makes a 100 or a poor grade, many of them do not transfer their spelling words into their writing.
Therefore, weekly spelling lists and tests are a waste of time for upper-elementary students.
Research shows that students with learning disabilities often misspell words due to the fact that they have difficulty using spelling strategies and rules. A spelling rubric can measure a student's ability to find misspelled words, correct them, and use an appropriate spelling strategy. This type of alternative assessment also improves the self-esteem of learning disabled students who may never make a 100 on a traditional spelling test.
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