EdShed South African Teacher Guide
The EdShed Teacher Guide is a practical and detailed manual designed to support educators in effectively using the EdShed platform, particularly Spelling Shed. It provides step-by-step instructions for managing accounts, assigning and customising spelling lists, tracking student progress, and leveraging interactive tools to enhance literacy instruction.
Teachers will learn how to:
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Log into and navigate EdShed.
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Assign single or multiple spelling lists.
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Create and customise word lists and definitions.
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Use data analytics to monitor both class-wide and individual spelling performance.
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Launch Hive Games and SPaG quizzes for interactive assessments.
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Set challenges and create custom leagues to motivate learners.
This guide empowers teachers with the tools to make spelling instruction data-driven, engaging, and personalised—ultimately helping students build strong spelling and language skills in an enjoyable digital environment.
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