The word mnemonic (pronounced nee.MON.ik) is used as a device, such as a formula or rhyme, that helps a person remember something or to aid memory.
I did not use this when I was in the classroom teaching (except when learning the planets) and I didn't use it last term - but I do remember my colleague, use to use it in her spelling programme last year with success.
I have a couple of students for whom remembering certain words is a huge problem - the words just do not stick, but this technique seems to work. I do not believe it is the sort of crutch that should be introduced for every child but for some kids who find learning certain words tricky it is a form of support which gets results.
It is by and large a memory technique so the children are learning a whole set of rhymes or phrases to learn just one word.
Success is a huge motivator in feeling good about learning - so if it works I will keep using the technique.
I did not use this when I was in the classroom teaching (except when learning the planets) and I didn't use it last term - but I do remember my colleague, use to use it in her spelling programme last year with success.
I have a couple of students for whom remembering certain words is a huge problem - the words just do not stick, but this technique seems to work. I do not believe it is the sort of crutch that should be introduced for every child but for some kids who find learning certain words tricky it is a form of support which gets results.
It is by and large a memory technique so the children are learning a whole set of rhymes or phrases to learn just one word.
Success is a huge motivator in feeling good about learning - so if it works I will keep using the technique.
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