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Using morphology to teach spelling and word knowledge

Unlock the structure and meaning behind English words through morphology — and transform the way you teach spelling, vocabulary and word knowledge.

English spelling often appears irregular, but it follows a logical system grounded in meaning, structure and history. This course explores morphology through the Linguistic Lenses Framework, helping teachers move beyond surface-level spelling instruction towards deeper word knowledge.

Participants will explore morphology alongside phonology, orthography and etymology to better understand how English words are built, connected and taught.

Learning outcomes 

• Understand the relationship between phonology, orthography, morphology and etymology
• Teach spelling through meaning and word structure rather than sound alone
• Strengthen vocabulary and comprehension through morphological analysis
• Support diverse learners through explicit and equitable word knowledge instruction