CHAPTER 7: IRREGULAR WORD READING

Objectives

As a result of reading and studying this chapter students will be able to:

• Distinguish between regular and irregular words
• Explain why it is important for students to identify high-frequency words with automaticity
• Identify ways to teach irregular words
• Identify when irregular words should be introduced

Key Terms

• Permanently irregular words
• Temporarily irregular words
• High-frequency words
• Function words

Assessment

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