Citing cognitive science, the author explains that students need practical explanations of concepts so as to properly learn grammar. Writing, again, is important for a student's acquisition of grammatical rules. One interesting case was the employment of 'senses' in writing poems as opposed to just simple adjectives and adverbs. Students, again, when guided through interesting prewriting and emergent activities, can show an advanced grasp of grammatical structure.
I agree with the authors statement about how students need examples to retain grammar they have learned. I found that the more I read and write the better my grammar improves. I always learned better from examples then actually brief expatiation. I have learned that grammar takes time and repetition to retain and learn.
For me personally, I cannot hear a lesson and then have it memorized in my head forever. I have to go home and figure out the information for myself by examples. I also have difficult time learning without guidance from a teacher about the correct way to do things. When I read Connie’s mini story entitled “Connie: Revision of Sentences and Paragraphs,” I could relate to the “red pen.” When it comes to Connie’s explanation of the “red pen,” she states it gives the idea of “defacing the student’s work and often demoralizing the student as a writer.” When I was younger, I had my English papers “defaced” quite often. Because of this, I was easily discouraged and thus, it has hindered my grammar skills and writing process. I had a teacher who agreed with Connie and she would not use a red pen, only pencil and it was strictly to help the piece of writing. During the class, my writing became progressively better and I became more confident in what I can do.
I agree with the thought that practice makes perfect,and I do not feel that one can just hear a lesson and then be able to perfect what they have been taught especially in grammar study. Most people need to keep practice rules many times before they can do it correctly.
I agree with the authors of the article when they say that grammar should never be viewed as optional. It is imperative that all students learn grammar because it is the foundation of many other academic disciplines like English. The authors explain that educators should look at what aspects of grammar enhance and improve students’ writing and how they should teach them. I agree with this proposal as well. Personally, I feel that grammar is an important foundation to have before moving to other areas of education. A lot of k-12 institutions lack grammar instruction and I believe it is detrimental to a student’s progress in other academic areas. Grammar should be taught to students at an early age.
This article was about how grammar is taught in school and why it is important. There are suggestions on how to teach grammar differently to be more effective in this article. I liked this because while I think it is important to learn grammar but it is not always interesting to learn. If children are taught grammar through a different approach that allows them to be creative while learning as well I think that kids will pick up grammar better and engage it in more because they would not be as bored. I have always seem to learn better by being alone reading on my own and doing hands on activities.
The author of this article makes several good points about teaching grammar. For example, students need to practice how to apply grammar rules to their own writing. I agree strongly with this. When I learn a grammar rule and do worksheets it is somewhat helpful. However, If I were to be given a writing assignment also, I could practice the rule in my own writing. I think that would help store it in my memory and help start applying grammar rules to my everyday writing. There have been many articles about teaching grammar. Many people suggest different techniques and we can only know what works from trial and error.
personally, I cannot hear a lesson and then have it memorized in my head forever. I have to go home and figure out the information for myself by examples the author of this article makes several good points about teaching grammar. For example, students need to practice how to apply grammar rules to their own writing.If grammar could be taught using a different approach that allows students to be creative while learning as well I think that children will pick up grammar better because they would be more engaged
Having a teacher lesson to you and then them expecting you to retain all of the information is ridiculous to me. It takes more than just one time hearing something for it to be really placed in my head. I need at least an in class activity or something to connect what has been taught with something I know that I've learned. That may just be me.
This article says that grammar is important. For me to learn I must listen and write down in notes even though I never look at my notes again. Grammar should be taught in a more exciting way so people remember the rules and if they make a mistake, know why that is a mistake.
For me personally, I cannot retain information if I do not write it down. I find that when a teacher is talking and I am trying to write notes, that I do not hear what the teacher is saying. This poses a big problem for many students. For this reason, I think examples are crucial, especially in grammar. Through observing high school classrooms, I have noticed that grammar has taken a back seat. In order for a student to master grammar, it must be taught all throughout a student's schooling.
I believe that grammar is extremely important for everyone to learn. Children need to learn it for the main reasons that when applying for jobs later in life, you will have to fill out applications. Even for a lower paying job, they want at least for you to have the basic grammar skills to write and to also speak with the customers. Also with learning grammar skills, your writing will become more fluent and also easier to write anything you could possibly want.
I agree that practing more helps you become better in grammar. I don't agree that no one can sit and have an lesson on grammar and retain every detail because you have to also practice on that information as well.I know what helps me better is to practice when I'm in class and outside of the class as well. Grammar is extremely important to know especially for those future teachers. Also for future references if you have an job you are going to need to know those basic grammar skills and know how to pronounce certain words as well.
While grammar is an essential tool to learn it can be difficult to teach effectively. Students should be exposed to grammar in all forms, whether it is directly teaching it or integrating it into other subject areas. For me personally it takes a combination of being directly taught grammar and then having to use it on my own to be able to fully grasp it.
In order to learn grammar, I believe practice is important. The more exercises I do the better i become at grammar. Grammar is extremely important to learn. I believe the best way to learn is to have the lecture and a few practice problems in class, then go home and practice more. Also exercises that may break away from the norm may help to learn more advanced grammar techniques.
Grammar can be a very difficult thing to teach students. I believe this is because many people do not practice proper grammar outside of school. Society is used to improper grammar and it is common for people to make grammar mistakes. Practice makes perfect, yet how can we practice when it is not used properly outside of class. Grammar is such a complex subject, and there are so many little rules one must remember to use grammar correctly.
In this article, the author explains that students needs examples to retain information they learn about grammar. I believe this to be true. Reading and writing can be excellent examples especially for visible learners. Students need to recall grammatical lessons when reading or especially writing. I found this article interesting and agreed with it.
I am in agreement with the author of this article, that students cannot just sit and retain grammar through lecture. To me, grammar is structured similar to solving mathematical equations in that there is a specific structure to it and both require practice. Grammar is essential and should be taught in schools, but should not just be barely touched on, or shortly lectured about. If grammar is to be taught in schools then it should be taught as a regular lesson with instruction, structure, and practice.
In this article, the question "should we teach grammar, or shouldn't we?" is asked. I agree with the author when she says that when grammar is taught well, it is easy for the student to understand. I think that the complications arise when teachers try to cram it into the students, which usually results in the students feeling unmotivated. When the teachers provide time for students to practice, it gives them a better understanding. As stated in the article, grammar is used throughout everyday life whether it be politicians or students.
This article ask whether or not there should be more grammar classes. I agree with the author. Writing and grammar is used in every subject in school because at one time or another students are expected to submit research papers. Grammar abilities can help students in all subjects. Every type of course I have been ask to write a research paper. I have written a science paper, health paper, history paper, and even a math research paper. Grammar is essential to student performance in school.
I believe grammar cannot be taught through lecture only. I am a believer that grammar should be taught by lecture combined with examples and practice. Grammar is a necessity to language. Grammar should never be crammed into a lecture just to fit teaching criteria, but should be taught according to the students progress. Every student learns different aspects of grammar quicker than others, which is why teachers should go at the pace of the class and not the plan.
The article focuses on when and grammar should be taught. I think the authors argument is valid. I think grammar should be applied as needed. And the teaching of grammar can strengthen the writing of students. I think teaching grammar in different ways instead of the book can help students understand it more and also remember it better.
Grammar is not just important for those who are growing to be amazing authors, or everyday newspaper journalists. Everyone, in my opinion, needs to be taught grammar. There are so many people I know who cannot find his way around a sentence. I believe that it should be taught when needed, but I also believe that it is always needed. Grammar is such an important concept to the learning world, and it needs to be around for many years to come.
Throughout my own personal education, I have learned that if I do not write it down, I have a difficult time comprehending and thus retaining the information. When a professor or a teacher is delivering the information, and I am trying to write down what he or she is saying, then I do not always hear/understand what it is he or she is saying. This is not only a problem for me, but for many other students as well. Therefore, I believe that it is imperative for professors to use examples, especially in courses that are as arduous as grammar. While observing in a high school English classroom, I have observed that, although grammar is still incorporated into the curriculum, it is not nearly as relevant as what it was when I was in middle/high school. In order for students to grasp grammar fully, they must be taught all throughout their education.
Too often grammar is ignored. I believe in what the authors of this article say, Grammar should never be ignored in schools and should never ever be considered optional. As far as the learning process of goesI think that giving examples and demonstration is a full proof way to learn.
Citing cognitive science, the author explains that students need practical explanations of concepts so as to properly learn grammar. Writing, again, is important for a student's acquisition of grammatical rules. One interesting case was the employment of 'senses' in writing poems as opposed to just simple adjectives and adverbs. Students, again, when guided through interesting prewriting and emergent activities, can show an advanced grasp of grammatical structure.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the authors statement about how students need examples to retain grammar they have learned. I found that the more I read and write the better my grammar improves. I always learned better from examples then actually brief expatiation. I have learned that grammar takes time and repetition to retain and learn.
ReplyDeleteFor me personally, I cannot hear a lesson and then have it memorized in my head forever. I have to go home and figure out the information for myself by examples. I also have difficult time learning without guidance from a teacher about the correct way to do things. When I read Connie’s mini story entitled “Connie: Revision of Sentences and Paragraphs,” I could relate to the “red pen.” When it comes to Connie’s explanation of the “red pen,” she states it gives the idea of “defacing the student’s work and often demoralizing the student as a writer.” When I was younger, I had my English papers “defaced” quite often. Because of this, I was easily discouraged and thus, it has hindered my grammar skills and writing process. I had a teacher who agreed with Connie and she would not use a red pen, only pencil and it was strictly to help the piece of writing. During the class, my writing became progressively better and I became more confident in what I can do.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the thought that practice makes perfect,and I do not feel that one can just hear a lesson and then be able to perfect what they have been taught especially in grammar study. Most people need to keep practice rules many times before they can do it correctly.
ReplyDeleteI agree with the authors of the article when they say that grammar should never be viewed as optional. It is imperative that all students learn grammar because it is the foundation of many other academic disciplines like English. The authors explain that educators should look at what aspects of grammar enhance and improve students’ writing and how they should teach them. I agree with this proposal as well. Personally, I feel that grammar is an important foundation to have before moving to other areas of education. A lot of k-12 institutions lack grammar instruction and I believe it is detrimental to a student’s progress in other academic areas. Grammar should be taught to students at an early age.
ReplyDeleteThis article was about how grammar is taught in school and why it is important. There are suggestions on how to teach grammar differently to be more effective in this article. I liked this because while I think it is important to learn grammar but it is not always interesting to learn. If children are taught grammar through a different approach that allows them to be creative while learning as well I think that kids will pick up grammar better and engage it in more because they would not be as bored. I have always seem to learn better by being alone reading on my own and doing hands on activities.
ReplyDeleteThe author of this article makes several good points about teaching grammar. For example, students need to practice how to apply grammar rules to their own writing. I agree strongly with this. When I learn a grammar rule and do worksheets it is somewhat helpful. However, If I were to be given a writing assignment also, I could practice the rule in my own writing. I think that would help store it in my memory and help start applying grammar rules to my everyday writing. There have been many articles about teaching grammar. Many people suggest different techniques and we can only know what works from trial and error.
ReplyDeletepersonally, I cannot hear a lesson and then have it memorized in my head forever. I have to go home and figure out the information for myself by examples the author of this article makes several good points about teaching grammar. For example, students need to practice how to apply grammar rules to their own writing.If grammar could be taught using a different approach that allows students to be creative while learning as well I think that children will pick up grammar better because they would be more engaged
ReplyDeleteHaving a teacher lesson to you and then them expecting you to retain all of the information is ridiculous to me. It takes more than just one time hearing something for it to be really placed in my head. I need at least an in class activity or something to connect what has been taught with something I know that I've learned. That may just be me.
ReplyDeleteThis article says that grammar is important. For me to learn I must listen and write down in notes even though I never look at my notes again. Grammar should be taught in a more exciting way so people remember the rules and if they make a mistake, know why that is a mistake.
ReplyDeleteFor me personally, I cannot retain information if I do not write it down. I find that when a teacher is talking and I am trying to write notes, that I do not hear what the teacher is saying. This poses a big problem for many students. For this reason, I think examples are crucial, especially in grammar. Through observing high school classrooms, I have noticed that grammar has taken a back seat. In order for a student to master grammar, it must be taught all throughout a student's schooling.
ReplyDeleteI believe that grammar is extremely important for everyone to learn. Children need to learn it for the main reasons that when applying for jobs later in life, you will have to fill out applications. Even for a lower paying job, they want at least for you to have the basic grammar skills to write and to also speak with the customers. Also with learning grammar skills, your writing will become more fluent and also easier to write anything you could possibly want.
ReplyDeleteI agree that practing more helps you become better in grammar. I don't agree that no one can sit and have an lesson on grammar and retain every detail because you have to also practice on that information as well.I know what helps me better is to practice when I'm in class and outside of the class as well. Grammar is extremely important to know especially for those future teachers. Also for future references if you have an job you are going to need to know those basic grammar skills and know how to pronounce certain words as well.
ReplyDeleteWhile grammar is an essential tool to learn it can be difficult to teach effectively. Students should be exposed to grammar in all forms, whether it is directly teaching it or integrating it into other subject areas. For me personally it takes a combination of being directly taught grammar and then having to use it on my own to be able to fully grasp it.
ReplyDeleteIn order to learn grammar, I believe practice is important. The more exercises I do the better i become at grammar. Grammar is extremely important to learn. I believe the best way to learn is to have the lecture and a few practice problems in class, then go home and practice more. Also exercises that may break away from the norm may help to learn more advanced grammar techniques.
ReplyDeleteGrammar can be a very difficult thing to teach students. I believe this is because many people do not practice proper grammar outside of school. Society is used to improper grammar and it is common for people to make grammar mistakes. Practice makes perfect, yet how can we practice when it is not used properly outside of class. Grammar is such a complex subject, and there are so many little rules one must remember to use grammar correctly.
ReplyDeleteIn this article, the author explains that students needs examples to retain information they learn about grammar. I believe this to be true. Reading and writing can be excellent examples especially for visible learners. Students need to recall grammatical lessons when reading or especially writing. I found this article interesting and agreed with it.
ReplyDeleteI am in agreement with the author of this article, that students cannot just sit and retain grammar through lecture. To me, grammar is structured similar to solving mathematical equations in that there is a specific structure to it and both require practice. Grammar is essential and should be taught in schools, but should not just be barely touched on, or shortly lectured about. If grammar is to be taught in schools then it should be taught as a regular lesson with instruction, structure, and practice.
ReplyDeleteIn this article, the question "should we teach grammar, or shouldn't we?" is asked. I agree with the author when she says that when grammar is taught well, it is easy for the student to understand. I think that the complications arise when teachers try to cram it into the students, which usually results in the students feeling unmotivated. When the teachers provide time for students to practice, it gives them a better understanding. As stated in the article, grammar is used throughout everyday life whether it be politicians or students.
ReplyDeleteThis article ask whether or not there should be more grammar classes. I agree with the author. Writing and grammar is used in every subject in school because at one time or another students are expected to submit research papers. Grammar abilities can help students in all subjects. Every type of course I have been ask to write a research paper. I have written a science paper, health paper, history paper, and even a math research paper. Grammar is essential to student performance in school.
ReplyDeleteI believe grammar cannot be taught through lecture only. I am a believer that grammar should be taught by lecture combined with examples and practice. Grammar is a necessity to language. Grammar should never be crammed into a lecture just to fit teaching criteria, but should be taught according to the students progress. Every student learns different aspects of grammar quicker than others, which is why teachers should go at the pace of the class and not the plan.
ReplyDeleteThe article focuses on when and grammar should be taught. I think the authors argument is valid. I think grammar should be applied as needed. And the teaching of grammar can strengthen the writing of students. I think teaching grammar in different ways instead of the book can help students understand it more and also remember it better.
ReplyDeleteGrammar is not just important for those who are growing to be amazing authors, or everyday newspaper journalists. Everyone, in my opinion, needs to be taught grammar. There are so many people I know who cannot find his way around a sentence. I believe that it should be taught when needed, but I also believe that it is always needed. Grammar is such an important concept to the learning world, and it needs to be around for many years to come.
ReplyDeleteThroughout my own personal education, I have learned that if I do not write it down, I have a difficult time comprehending and thus retaining the information. When a professor or a teacher is delivering the information, and I am trying to write down what he or she is saying, then I do not always hear/understand what it is he or she is saying. This is not only a problem for me, but for many other students as well. Therefore, I believe that it is imperative for professors to use examples, especially in courses that are as arduous as grammar. While observing in a high school English classroom, I have observed that, although grammar is still incorporated into the curriculum, it is not nearly as relevant as what it was when I was in middle/high school. In order for students to grasp grammar fully, they must be taught all throughout their education.
ReplyDeleteToo often grammar is ignored. I believe in what the authors of this article say, Grammar should never be ignored in schools and should never ever be considered optional. As far as the learning process of goesI think that giving examples and demonstration is a full proof way to learn.
ReplyDelete