Adapting Tutorial Techniques to Perceptual Modalities of Deficient Readers

This study investigated the effects on reading of matching perceptual strengths of second- and third-grade, below average readers. Experimental groups consisted of 24 predominantly visual and 24 predominantly kinesthetic learners. Gains were significant for experimentals over controls in word recogn...

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Published in:Educational Research Quarterly Vol. 11; no. 1; p. 40
Main Authors: Worden, Thomas W, Franklin, Mary R
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: 1987
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Summary:This study investigated the effects on reading of matching perceptual strengths of second- and third-grade, below average readers. Experimental groups consisted of 24 predominantly visual and 24 predominantly kinesthetic learners. Gains were significant for experimentals over controls in word recognition and reading comprehension. (Author/BS)