The alphabetic principle: an orientation

Author(s)
Feez, Susan
Publication Date
2019
Abstract
This chapter provides an orientation to the alphabetic principle and a framework for reflecting on the chapters that follow. It traces the provenance of the English alphabet from its origins in the Eastern Mediterranean more than three thousand years ago to explain some of the distinctive features of the English writing system used today and to introduce terms used to talk about the English sound and writing systems. It draws attention to the location of the alphabetic principle in the strands of the Australian Curriculum: English and in the Literary General Capability, and explores its place in well-known models of reading. The chapter concludes with a brief review of early reading instruction from the perspective of the alphabetic principle.
Citation
The alphabetic principle and beyond: Surveying the landscape, p. 14-31
ISBN
9781925132472
1925132471
9781925132489
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Language
en
Publisher
Primary English Teaching Association Australia (PETAA)
Edition
1
Title
The alphabetic principle: an orientation
Type of document
Book Chapter
Entity Type
Publication

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