[MOSAIC] word decoding in 11th grade student

[Denise Dole]

Hello, I have a student in 11th grade who uses only context and

initial letter of words to decode or recognize words. Her spelling is

very poor. Currently she is having great difficulty in her

Philosophy class. I believe the text is too difficult and she isn't

understanding enough to use context to assist word recognition.I believe she has poor phonemic awareness, is that possible for an 11th grade student?What are some instructional methods I can use to teach her to decode words. What approach would be most effective, phonics or morphological strategies? Any other?Can anyone suggest activities to use with this student? Thank you

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