Teaching Method is a term used to describe the various approaches used by teachers to help students learn. Phonics, a 7 letter word, is a method of teaching reading and writing by correlating sounds with symbols. Montessori, a 10 letter word, is an educational approach developed by Maria Montessori which emphasizes self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. ROTE, a 4 letter word, is a method of teaching which involves memorizing facts and information without understanding the underlying concepts.