For many years standard spelling textbooks were used to teach spelling. Each week students got a new list of word to learn and they studied and memorized those words in order to prepare for a spelling test on Friday.
Recent research into spelling methods and spelling curriculum appear to indicate that this may not be the most effective method of teaching English spelling.
Whether teaching spelling using a traditional spelling program or a more modern spelling curriculum, the use of spelling words, spelling lists and rote memorization of spelling lists and spelling rules still seems to be the dominant methodology used in the K-12 classroom.
Modern Elementary Education calls for modern approaches.
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