# Advanced-Level Spelling Course ## Module 1: Advanced Spelling System Review **Objective:** Refine and solidify spelling foundation through advanced drills. ### Lessons: - Review of Complex Rules (double consonants, tricky vowels) - Irregular Words and Exceptions - Silent Letters, Soft/Hard Consonants ### Activities: - Diagnostic Quiz with Explanation Report - **Submit:** Common Exceptions List (with definitions and example use) --- ## Module 2: Etymology Mastery – Roots, Prefixes & Suffixes **Objective:** Deepen understanding of word origins to decode unfamiliar words. ### Lessons: - Greek & Latin Roots (Top 30 used in competitions) - Language Patterns (Germanic, French, Sanskrit, Spanish) - Breaking Down Large Words ### Activities: - Word Origin Matching Game - **Submit:** Word Dissection Worksheet (10 multisyllabic words) --- ## Module 3: Multi-Syllabic & Complex Word Handling **Objective:** Train students to break down and accurately spell long words. ### Lessons: - Syllabication Rules - Pronunciation Drills (international + regional variants) - Accent Adaptation for Spelling Bees ### Activities: - “Spell It from Sound” Listening Drills - **Submit:** Syllable Tree Chart for 10 given words --- ## Module 4: Thematic Mastery – Competition Word Banks **Objective:** Build high-retention word banks from core competition themes. ### Lessons: - Academic & Scientific Terms - International Cuisine, Mythology, Geography - Rare & Archaism-Based Words ### Activities: - Word Category Challenge - **Submit:** 3 Custom Theme Word Lists (15 words each, definition + origin) --- ## Module 5: Word Usage & Context Application **Objective:** Train spellers to connect spelling with real-world usage. ### Lessons: - Using Words in Sentences (Grammar Integration) - Confused Word Pairs & Misused Spellings - Meaning-Based Discrimination ### Activities: - Sentence Correction Quizzes - **Submit:** 10 Confused Word Pairs with Examples --- ## Module 6: Competition Simulation – Written Round Mastery **Objective:** Prepare students for the written test rounds in national-level bees. ### Lessons: - Dictation, Paragraph Spell Checks - Speed and Accuracy Techniques - Paper vs Digital Bee Strategies ### Activities: - Timed Word Dictation Test - **Submit:** Paragraph Proofing Exercise --- ## Module 7: Oral Spelling Bee – Precision & Pressure **Objective:** Build real-world oral bee confidence. ### Lessons: - Pronunciation Under Pressure - Ask-the-Judge Techniques (origin, usage, repetition, etc.) - Stress Control in Final Rounds ### Activities: - 30-Word Mock Oral Bee (Recorded Submission) - **Submit:** Pronunciation + Strategy Journal --- ## Module 8: Memory Systems & Retention Strategy **Objective:** Equip students with long-term memory tools. ### Lessons: - Building a Mental Spelling Palace - Associative & Visual Memory Hooks - Advanced Mnemonics for Difficult Words ### Activities: - Visualization Mapping Tool - **Submit:** 20-Word Memory Strategy Chart --- ## Final National-Level Spellbee Simulation ### Includes: - **2-Part Final:** - **Written Round:** Timed competitive quiz - **Oral Round:** 50-word recorded bee round - Scored with feedback from rubrics used in national-level bees - Personalized Improvement Plan --- ## Bonus Materials: - 500-Word Advanced Speller List (PDF with definitions + origins) - Regional Accent Audio Library - Competitive Speller Digital Badge Pack - Parent & Student Performance Tracker