Back to the BASICS: Reteaching punctuation and grammar in the Middle Years.

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Title:	Back to the BASICS: Reteaching punctuation and grammar in the Middle Years.
Authors:	Daintith, Susan¹
Source:	Literacy Learning: The Middle Years. Jun2025, Vol. 33 Issue 2, pv-ix. 5p.
Subject Terms:	Orthography & spelling, Secondary schools, Literacy, Teacher education, Punctuation
Abstract:	The article focuses on the need to reteach basic punctuation and grammar in secondary school to address persistent literacy challenges that span diverse student backgrounds and educational systems. Topics include the systemic decline of writing instruction in middle years, barriers such as overreliance on technology and limited teacher preparedness, and a cross-disciplinary strategy using short, explicit grammar lessons to reinforce foundational writing skills.
Database:	Education Research Complete

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Abstract:	The article focuses on the need to reteach basic punctuation and grammar in secondary school to address persistent literacy challenges that span diverse student backgrounds and educational systems. Topics include the systemic decline of writing instruction in middle years, barriers such as overreliance on technology and limited teacher preparedness, and a cross-disciplinary strategy using short, explicit grammar lessons to reinforce foundational writing skills.
ISSN:	13205692