Spelling Assessment and RTI
Tawana Hosey
Walden University

Literacy Development in an Academically Diverse Classroom (EDUC-6709-2)
Lisa Cline
July 1, 2012

Spelling Assessment and RTI Accurate, automatic recognition of printed words drives the reading process (Morris, 2008). Spelling assessments play a vital role in this process and enhances the development of reading. These assessments also serve as an important tool when assessing the reading ability of students. When attempting to recognize any challenges students may face, spelling assessments are very useful. Dr. Bear goes into detail about spelling assessments and how they provide valuable insights about the reading development of students and goes into detail about
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