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What is conventional spelling?

  1. The fifth and final stage of developmental spelling

  2. A method for teaching vocabulary

  3. A system for phonetic spelling

  4. An approach to spelling that does not require instruction

The correct answer is: The fifth and final stage of developmental spelling

Conventional spelling refers to the use of standard, widely accepted spelling practices in writing, typically learned during the later stages of literacy development. It is primarily recognized as the fifth and final stage of developmental spelling, where students are able to spell most words correctly according to established conventions of the language. At this stage, learners have internalized the basic rules of spelling and can apply them consistently, distinguishing between similar sounds and understanding morphemes, prefixes, and suffixes. This level of spelling reflects a comprehensive understanding of the language's structure and its orthographic conventions, which means that the learner is proficient in using standard spelling rules in their written communication.