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Orthographic Mapping
How do we store words in long-term memory? A very well-founded theory called orthographic mapping helps to explain the process.
This theory also explains why some methods of teaching literacy are more efficient than others.
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Though the concept of orthographic mapping has been around since the eighties, educators are only just becoming aware of its definition and implications. How familiar are you with the concept? Leave your thoughts below.