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Unit 4: Finalizing the Orthography & Written Materials
Unit 4: Finalizing the Orthography & Written Materials
The primary goals of Unit 4 are to (1) finalize orthography decisions and (2) produce materials that will allow the language community to immediately benefit from the new writing system.
The type and quantity of materials produced will vary from workshop to workshop. For example, a team that has been able to work on the lexicon throughout Units 1-3 may be able to finalize it and print it in time for the closing ceremony. Other teams may need to postpone completing the lexicon until after the workshop. Moreover, the types of teaching aids and cultural literature produced should prioritize the needs and interests of the community.
"The result of the 11-day workshop was that the workshop participants not only created an alphabet and writing rules but also became more confident and competent in writing their language. They also developed a more conscious understanding of how Maꞌdi Urule works and how to teach the new orthography to others."
- Maria Stølen, Facilitator (Uganda)
Overview: Unit 4
Overview: Unit 4
Unit 4 Goals:
(1) Review & finalize provisional orthography decisions
If needed, complete any unfinished research from previous workshops
(2) Proof written materials for distribution, such as...
An alphabet booklet & other teaching aids
A small lexicon
Cultural literature (stories, histories, proverbs, etc.)
Estimated Time Needed:
2 weeks
Materials Needed:
Summary of Units 1-3 (i.e. findings & orthography decisions)
Both printed & electronic versions of the following drafted works:
Alphabet booklet & other teaching aids
Lexicon
All cultural literature written so far
Projector + screen (for editing sessions)
Notebooks + pens/pencils
Computer + access to Publisher, Bloom & FLEx
Printer
Outputs
Outputs
Possible outputs of Unit 4 include printed copies of the following:
An orthography guide detailing discoveries & decisions
Alphabet & vowel booklets
Illustrated charts (alphabet, plants, animals, body parts, etc.)
A small lexicon
A collection of short stories and/or other cultural literature
Preparing for Unit 4
Preparing for Unit 4
In preparation for Unit 4, the workshop leader should compile a summary of findings and decisions from Units 1-3 to be reviewed by the work team. He or she should also prepare printouts and electronic files of all materials that have been drafted so far (e.g. alphabet book, lexicon, stories, proverbs, etc.).
Participants should come to Unit 4 prepared to share any community feedback gathered on the proposed orthography as well as any issues encountered when using the orthography to produce written materials.
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