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for example, the formation of the past tense in a group of verbs by adding the suffix -ed to the verb root.
word-recognition strategies. Any of a variety of semantic, syntactic, or grapho- phonic strategies that help students read and understand a word. Examples include: decoding words; using knowledge of the structure or meaning of words to read unfamiliar words; combining knowledge of letter-sound relationships with clues from an illustration to predict the word.
word wall. A list of words, grouped alphabetically (or sometimes thematically) and prominently displayed in the class- room, that teachers use to help students become familiar with high-frequency words and new vocabulary.
word web. A graphic organizer that allows the user to explore and demonstrate con- ceptual links among ideas and information. Sometimes called a semantic web.
writing process. The process involved in producing a polished piece of writing. The writing process comprises several stages, each of which focuses on specific tasks. he main stages of the writing process are: planning for writing, drafting, revising, editing, proofreading, and pub- lishing. See also editing, proofreading, revising.
zine. A word, derived from magazine, that denotes an inexpensively produced, self- published publication. An e-zine is a zine that is published electronically, especially on the Internet.