...It was especially helpful for non-English speaking students as they are trying to learn English. I used phonics to help students with spelling issues as well as pronunciation issues and to help them understand the correct word and way to use it. Phonics is the study of how our words are formed according to the sounds the letters made when put together. (read more)
...I have a Bachelor of Arts, English with a focus on Creative Writing, from the University of Kentucky, 1987. I was awarded the Dantzler Award for Fiction during my Senior year. I completed several Art courses during my college career, and have continued drawing for pleasure since my graduation. (read more)