Wk 1 Discussion – Phonemic Awareness [due Thurs]

Discussion Topic

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words. Explain and provide specific examples to support your rationale. NOTE: Cite the course readings for this week with in-text and end reference citations. Revise for conventions.

• What is the importance of phonemic awareness in reading development?
• How does phonemic awareness progress into phonics?