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_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:00 PM EST

*Highlights #ukedchat, clicks Ctrl C* I is ready...

UKEdSch Dec 15 @ 3:00 PM EST

It's 8pm - Time for #UKEdChat Session 333: Teaching grammar effectively - 6 questions to follow Q1., Q2., Q3 etc. Reply with A1., A2., etc..

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:00 PM EST

It's 8pm - Time for #UKEdChat Session 333: Teaching grammar effectively - 6 questions to follow Q1., Q2., Q3 etc. Reply with A1., A2., etc..

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:01 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q1. Let's start with definitions → What do we actually mean by grammar?

UKEdSch Dec 15 @ 3:01 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q1. Let's start with definitions → What do we actually mean by grammar?

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:02 PM EST

Good man 😇 #UKEdChat

_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:00 PM EST

*Highlights #ukedchat, clicks Ctrl C* I is ready...

Emmabyn Dec 15 @ 3:02 PM EST

they components of language which enable us to communicate with clarity, purpose and effect #ukedchat

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:02 PM EST

#ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:04 PM EST

Great response - mastery over grammar is a great skill #UKEdChat

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SusanSEnglish Dec 15 @ 3:05 PM EST

#ukedchat Sorry despite reminder I forgot the #

SusanSEnglish Dec 15 @ 3:03 PM EST

With difficulty. Embed Literacy/grammar, but S's find it hard :-( repeat, remind & revise
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Emmabyn Dec 15 @ 3:05 PM EST

Agree and yet so often underused or perhaps underrated? #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:05 PM EST

Indeed, which is when it can become monotonous for all involved? #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:06 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q1a. How important are Grammar skills in your subject?

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:06 PM EST

Ah, indeed, the modern day grammar hashtag crises 😂 #UKEdChat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:06 PM EST

#ukedchat Absolutely all about how we use language for effect

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SusanSEnglish Dec 15 @ 3:06 PM EST

#ukedchat Yes, but moves from st memory to lt memory ( hopefully)

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:07 PM EST

Or properly understood? I am sure grammar wasn't really on the curriculum when I was at school (in the 1980's) #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:07 PM EST

It's only in adult life when you realise the importance of good (or poor) grammar skills IMHO #UKEdChat

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_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:07 PM EST

I will admit I cheated and looked it up. It's a fascinating definition - includes morphology & semantics. Language is so powerful! #ukedchat

SusanSEnglish Dec 15 @ 3:08 PM EST

#ukedchat an error up with the grammar 'beast' ;-)

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TheIdeasBus Dec 15 @ 3:09 PM EST

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:09 PM EST

Totally, but young learners just don't see the point - so teaching grammar creatively need to be a key aspect #UKEdChat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:09 PM EST

#UKEdChat clear communication is a life skill. Can't start too soon.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:10 PM EST

#UKEdChat

Emmabyn Dec 15 @ 3:09 PM EST

great point and I'm sure that's the same for many.
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_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:10 PM EST

Forgive me, I'm a scientist - would it not be a case of encouraging and seizing on every opportunity to get kids to read?#ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:10 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q2. What is the core purpose for teaching grammar?

humphrer Dec 15 @ 3:11 PM EST

I tear my hair out will high level pupils not using capital letters for place names. #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:11 PM EST

#UKEdChat purpose and audience is crucial.

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Emmabyn Dec 15 @ 3:11 PM EST

hugely important. Being able to communicate well is a key life skill. #UKEdChat

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LessonToolbox Dec 15 @ 3:12 PM EST

Awesome models as #hmwkmenu projects from #TCOLC students #ukedchat #aussieed #asechat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:12 PM EST

Unless you FAIL the SPaG tests in primary, then you give up hope? #UKEdChat #MusntGetPolitical

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EnserMark Dec 15 @ 3:12 PM EST

I was picking up A grade year 13 students on this today. Why? #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:12 PM EST

You make a strong, and valid, point, which we will explore in Q4 on #UKEdChat so not ignoring you 😎

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jazampawfarr Dec 15 @ 3:13 PM EST

I'm binning my To DO list and starting a To BE list. You with me? #ukedchat https://t.co/u54vzVJC9W

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:13 PM EST

#UKEdChat 'IF' being the critical word there!

lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:11 PM EST

All grammar is creative - if taught in a functional way instead of formal.
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Emmabyn Dec 15 @ 3:13 PM EST

I strongly agree with this. Look forward to Q4! #UKEdChat

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jazampawfarr Dec 15 @ 3:14 PM EST

I'm binning my To DO list and startong a To BE list. You with me? #ukedchat https://t.co/qcDmVcCH37

russeltarr Dec 15 @ 3:14 PM EST

Why I think @CIE_Education is in dire need of shaking up its dodgy assessment procedures. https://t.co/CGQVYezku0 #ukedchat

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:14 PM EST

#ukedchat reading shows children how writers use grammar for real purposes. No formula. Impact.

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:14 PM EST

Isn't it cool? Even thought it's wrong? #UKEdChat

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OppWorksIpswich Dec 15 @ 3:15 PM EST

With a wide range of occupational training programmes we can give you the skills to develop a career #UKEdChat https://t.co/M5qwYP6RSt

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:15 PM EST

#UKEdChat even the youngest children understand if the have a purpose.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:15 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q2a. How good are your Grammar skills? Do you think it's critical that teachers are good grammar role models for their pupils?

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:16 PM EST

Completely. Giving a reason to write adds value to the whole process #UKEdChat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:17 PM EST

Purpose is everything with grammar - kids will learn it if they see the point and relevance #ukedchat

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:18 PM EST

#UKEdChat teach in context and the test will not be a problem. Tells us nothing about being a good writer.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:18 PM EST

How much emphasis is placed on grammar in secondary subjects, such as Science(s), Geography, History, PE, etc.? #UKEdChat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:15 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q2a. How good are your Grammar skills? Do you think it's critical that teachers are good grammar role models for their pupils?

lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:18 PM EST

Yes! Making this Grammar Table with a colleague made a massive difference to my knowledge & ped.https://t.co/BaRZRYXoCz #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:19 PM EST

Were you schooled in the 1980's too? #UKEdChat

humphrer Dec 15 @ 3:17 PM EST

I wish my grammar skills were better.....
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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:19 PM EST

#UKEdChat essential to have great knowledge. Too many misconceptions being taught!

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LessonToolbox Dec 15 @ 3:20 PM EST

Osmosis explained with post it notes via @secretsciteach #asechat #ukedchat #aussieEd

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pitmanipswich Dec 15 @ 3:20 PM EST

At Pitman Training we know the importance of having support on hand throughout your studies. #UKEdChat https://t.co/hi13LI4y3y

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:20 PM EST

#UKEdChat not enough emphasis.

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UKEdSch Dec 15 @ 3:21 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q3. How can we be sure that all adults working with children have good subject-knowledge?

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:21 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q3. How can we be sure that all adults working with children have good grammatical subject-knowledge?

_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:21 PM EST

I remember learning about grammar (borrrang!) but I don't remember learning grammar(think it's cos I read a lot. Sorry, I know, Q4!#ukedchat

lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:21 PM EST

let me be of service! https://t.co/BaRZRYXoCz #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:21 PM EST

Absolutely. Sometimes it's as simple as reading out your work aloud, or getting someone else to read it aloud #UKEdChat

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:22 PM EST

#ukedchat people might want to look at this you know? https://t.co/BaRZRYXoCz

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:22 PM EST

Reading is so important for developing children's writing - they need to see grammar being used to appreciate its importance. #ukedchat

MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:22 PM EST

To become both critical and creative writers - grammar being the core skill to get there! Ability to reflect on grammar is key. #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:22 PM EST

Respect. Was it a painful (but useful) subject? #Latin Should it be introduced into formal education #UKEdChat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:23 PM EST

Never did us any harm 😂 #UKEdChat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:24 PM EST

This is absolutely brilliant - thanks for sharing - I'll be passing on to all our staff in the New Year #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:24 PM EST

#UKEdChat mmm.. contentious but you can't learn another language if you don't know your own grammar well.

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:25 PM EST

LSA/TA training, esp. after EEF findings on limited TA impact. It's language to be used in every lesson.. #ukedchat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:25 PM EST

Schools need to encourage teachers to share their expertise, in different subject areas, with each other #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:25 PM EST

Suspect that’s why so many students struggle with MfL, as grammar gets in the way #UKEdChat ?

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CareersWeek Dec 15 @ 3:26 PM EST

10 Great Career Infographics via @UKCES https://t.co/0BZOI0086x #Careers #NCW2017 #Ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:26 PM EST

Yes, which works in primary schools. I wonder whether this continues in secondaries? #UKEdChat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:26 PM EST

We have a lot of teachers who share subject expertise through after school drop in sessions - totally voluntary but well attended #ukedchat

Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:27 PM EST

haha -not sure I'd notice if anything was missing! Hence looking forward to using the resource :-) #ukedchat

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:27 PM EST

A culture of 'Standard English' at all times amongst all staff - not just teachers - needs to be valued too. #ukedchat

Hopcomms Dec 15 @ 3:28 PM EST

Only 1% of students say they're influenced most by careers advice, according to @ukEdge study https://t.co/36UWdMrRDH #UKEdchat #FE #careers

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:28 PM EST

I think peer sharing of work and peer assessment is a great way to develop an understanding of the importance of grammar #ukedchat

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SDavies_Barnes Dec 15 @ 3:28 PM EST

@ros_ferrara on the other hand, learning another language can sometimes help you understand the grammar of your first language. #ukedchat

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:24 PM EST

#UKEdChat mmm.. contentious but you can't learn another language if you don't know your own grammar well.
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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:28 PM EST

And therein lies a problem...? #UKEdChat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:29 PM EST

Is effective proofreading important to developing good writing too? I can spot sp. and grammar errors but definitely not an expert #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:29 PM EST

Absolutely, but it needs to be done carefully #UKEdChat

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ICTmagic - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:30 PM EST

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ICTmagic - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:30 PM EST

Superb Windows app – turns touchscreen PC into powerful note/sketch pad #ukedchat #edchat https://t.co/CLNPxvEFyl https://t.co/o0xwds9DlR

twinklresources Dec 15 @ 3:30 PM EST

Lots of great chat going on now on #ukedchat

RogersHistory Dec 13 @ 5:49 PM EST

The schools inspectorate should judge schools by the well being of their teaching staff @tes #ukedchat https://t.co/HhfNBYsF9H
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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:30 PM EST

#UKEdChat yes all about the impact on the reader.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:31 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q4. What is the role of reading in the teaching of grammar?

UKEdSch Dec 15 @ 3:31 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q4. What is the role of reading in the teaching of grammar?

Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:31 PM EST

yep, as with anything pupils need to be taught how to do it effectively and sensitively - lots of modelling #ukedchat

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TeacherTriangle Dec 15 @ 3:31 PM EST

Do we provide enough opportunities for ALL of our students to train their brain? 💪 #physed #pegeeks #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:32 PM EST

I fail to understand why we ask pupils to re-read their writing. Not easy to spot own mistakes #UKEdChat #Guilty

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:32 PM EST

Reading GO GO GO #UKEdChat Books, not the town! Just to clarify 🙄

UKEdSch Dec 15 @ 3:31 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q4. What is the role of reading in the teaching of grammar?

Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:33 PM EST

Absolutely paramount, learning to write, developing vocab and grammar all come from reading - lots or variety and often #ukedchat

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:33 PM EST

Chn's yes/no/one number answers and teacher's direct/one-word instructions add to children's struggle with grammar! #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:33 PM EST

#UKEdChat accuracy is a part of grammar too. Proof reading as the final review of writing.

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:34 PM EST

Agreed it's not easy - but is being able to proofread your own work not an essential skill for life? #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:35 PM EST

@UKEdSch #UKEdChat reading shows is how writers use grammar and gives great models. Must be high quality books though.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:35 PM EST

Oh, completely. I mean the practice of getting pupils to constantly re-read their own work #UKEdChat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:35 PM EST

Should we not be teaching kids strategies, that we all use, to become more effective at proofreading their own work? #ukedchat

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:35 PM EST

Disagree. IfU teach the writing process holistically inc.proofreading&editing - many children can, will & enjoy #ukedchat

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:36 PM EST

Q4. The eff. use of tense and vocabulary in particular come from increased reading! Also, the simple articulation of an idea. #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:36 PM EST

Did you read back your tweet there? Technology has a lot to answer for #UKEdChat #DamnAutocorrect 😜

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_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:36 PM EST

When you read for pleasure, you immerse, and then you automatically model that in your own writing IMHO. So promote ANY reading. #ukedchat

Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:36 PM EST

yep, that's fair enough - they need strategies to make proofreading effective and positive rather than tedious #ukedchat

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sing0utsue Dec 15 @ 3:38 PM EST

#ukedchat a2 to enable everybody to speak, read and write coherently.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:38 PM EST

Do you think technology is going to have an impact on how grammatical rules evolve in the future? #UKEdChat #edtech

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:39 PM EST

#UKEdChat Shouldn't be too complicated. Less is more sometimes.

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:39 PM EST

agreed, and that's one of the proofreading strategies we should be teaching, can't check everything at once #ukedchat

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:39 PM EST

We split the compositional & transcriptional aspects of writing. Chn don't try & do both at the same time #ukedchat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:39 PM EST

That's great - really simple to use and focuses them on specific common mistakes #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:40 PM EST

#UKEdChat develop your own bespoke checklists and a zero tolerance towards low level inaccuracies.

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sing0utsue Dec 15 @ 3:40 PM EST

#ukedchat a3 schools must invest in good quality training for all staff.

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:40 PM EST

So can we teach the strategies through modelling or structuring it somehow? #ukedchat

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UKEdSch Dec 15 @ 3:41 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q5 How is grammar being taught to improve writing?

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:41 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q5 How is grammar being taught to improve writing?

lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:41 PM EST

Bcoz been taught in functionalgrammarlessons -all happy with terms. Also they use reg & see me use #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:42 PM EST

#UKEdChat Children need to be shown how to take responsibility for correcting these. Metacognition!

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25MaHa Dec 15 @ 3:42 PM EST

#ukedchat Reading is crucial to learning about grammar: Hear grammar forms, read grammar forms, bathe in them, find rules, then apply.

sing0utsue Dec 15 @ 3:42 PM EST

#ukedchat a4 massive of course!! The more that children read, the more they will be able to recognise the rules of grammar.

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:42 PM EST

Zero-tolerance and checklist approach has made a huge impact with my Y3 this year #ukedchat

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:42 PM EST

chn gen-ideas, 'vomit draft', revise (using our revision tips sheet) edit & then then publish over 6 weeks. #ukedchat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:42 PM EST

I like to focus on it during reading - puts it into context and shows purpose - ask c'ren why did the author use that? #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:43 PM EST

Classical texts are better at this than modern texts? #UKEdChat

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sing0utsue Dec 15 @ 3:43 PM EST

#ukedchat a5 it SHOULD be taught in context and with an explicit purpose of the effect it will have upon the writing.

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keran77 Dec 15 @ 3:43 PM EST

I find reading writing a while after it was written, a good way to spot mistakes or hearing it read out aloud.#ukedchat

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:44 PM EST

Vital though that they can explain "I have used this adverbial because it gives the reader ____" #ukedchat

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:44 PM EST

I love the idea of a 'vomit draft' haha #ukedchat

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LessonToolbox Dec 15 @ 3:45 PM EST

#Blooms skills blank snakes + ladders dwnld➡️ https://t.co/AXEm9iF0hB #ukedchat #aussieED #edchat

_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:45 PM EST

nope - not in the future. Right now. #UKEdChat #edtech

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:45 PM EST

agreed - I think that's one of the key strategies, put it to one side - do something else - go back to it #ukedchat

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MrW_Teacher Dec 15 @ 3:45 PM EST

A mastery approach should be taken, as with maths. "I've used this prepositional phrase as it helps the reader to..." #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:46 PM EST

#UKEdChat embedded in teaching sequences. Time to play and experiment and evaluate. Building blocks to fab writing.

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_theteachr Dec 15 @ 3:47 PM EST

Kids fully engage in texting and find the nuance in meaning in text speak and model it. Sorry, but they will change the rules. #ukedchat

25MaHa Dec 15 @ 3:47 PM EST

Depending on the grammar phenomenon: use a didactic text that has the particular form in it often or classical or modern text. #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:43 PM EST

Classical texts are better at this than modern texts? #UKEdChat
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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:47 PM EST

I’m with you there. So, do we need to start off with grammar in the EYFS? #UKEdChat & support families?

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sing0utsue Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

#ukedchat plus, ask what would happen if the author didn't use it?

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

Ooh, it sounds like you have some favourites for this? Like to share with #UKEdChat ?

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25MaHa Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

#ukedchat: E.g. use fairy tale for past tense, news report for reported speech, announcement for will-future, "If I was"-song for If-clauses

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:43 PM EST

Classical texts are better at this than modern texts? #UKEdChat
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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

‘real writers’? What are they? #UKEdChat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

#ukedchat without a doubt. I have hard evidence of this.

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

Seeing is believing #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:49 PM EST

Anecdotal evidence? #UKEdChat Please share 😃

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25MaHa Dec 15 @ 3:49 PM EST

E.g.:Use fairy tale for past tense, news report for reported speech, announcement for will-future, "If I was"-song for If-clauses. #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

Ooh, it sounds like you have some favourites for this? Like to share with #UKEdChat ?
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RogersHistory Dec 15 @ 3:50 PM EST

"Our children are the most examined in Europe, and it's squeezing the joy out of learning" @tes #ukedchat https://t.co/GOU6EloAdj

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4_teachers Dec 15 @ 3:50 PM EST

Teachers: Stressed out and Walking Away From the Profession https://t.co/QOGbRXTOc2 #ukedchat

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:50 PM EST

#ukedchat We are working with inexperienced writers!

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25MaHa Dec 15 @ 3:50 PM EST

The writing process - nicely visualized - learners won't forget! #growthmindset #revision #ukedchat

lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:48 PM EST

Seeing is believing #ukedchat
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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:51 PM EST

#UKEdChat - Q6. How can the teaching of grammar be purposefully embedded in teaching sequences?

Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:51 PM EST

So much of our writing comes from what we read, being able to read back something and say 'that doesn't sound quite right' #ukedchat

ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:51 PM EST

#ukedchat many photographed examples from many different schools in different contexts.

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:52 PM EST

Ooh…Me then 🤓 #UKEdChat

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RogersHistory Dec 15 @ 3:52 PM EST

‘Teachers are having to work harder to distract students from the digital mind swamp’ @tes #ukedchat https://t.co/iL4cF7KXSC

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:53 PM EST

How does this work for introverted students? #UKEdChat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:53 PM EST

#UKEdChat Explore the book, the writer' craft, experiment witj words, sentences, paragraphs. Increased confidence.

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RogersHistory Dec 15 @ 3:54 PM EST

Put the "teacher" back into "headteacher" via @tes #ukedchat https://t.co/Bb75YhqlQE

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:54 PM EST

I agree, ideas, imagination first then add/improve SPAG and sentence structure #ukedchat

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lit4pleasure Dec 15 @ 3:54 PM EST

This can produce wooden writing if too explicit. #ukedchat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:56 PM EST

#UKEdChat Definitely. They build up a tool kit of skills and make choices about what they use.

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charlieferrett Dec 15 @ 3:56 PM EST

Versatile Head of English #teaching #teacher5aday #ukedchat

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ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:57 PM EST

Nice. It's good to see that you have given this such consideration #UKEdChat

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Emmabyn Dec 15 @ 3:57 PM EST

the Nate grammar for writing is a fantastic resource I use regularly #UKEdChat

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ros_ferrara Dec 15 @ 3:57 PM EST

#UKEdChat not wooden. No tick list of features. Always why and how I use grammar.

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Glazgow Dec 15 @ 3:58 PM EST

'Real writiers' redraft and redraft over and over but ideas/immagination come first - spoke to an author last week - 36 redrafts! #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Dec 15 @ 3:58 PM EST

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perfinker Dec 15 @ 3:58 PM EST

@chilledu #ukedchat #bcedchat The Danger of Designing Lessons for Thinkers https://t.co/XxcFVjVxQ8

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25MaHa Dec 15 @ 3:59 PM EST

Start with an interesting text that contains a grammar structure often, like a day in the life of Harry Potter.#ukedchat

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EnserMark Dec 15 @ 3:59 PM EST

I was educated in the 80s and 90s - I am doomed to poor grammar. #UKEdChat

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