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Full-Text Articles in Education
Students Writing Across The Disciplines, Elizabeth Arrigoni
Students Writing Across The Disciplines, Elizabeth Arrigoni
Archived Theses and Dissertations
No abstract provided.
The Bottom Line On Reading Programs : Most Work Some Of The Time, With Some Students, Paula Moore
The Bottom Line On Reading Programs : Most Work Some Of The Time, With Some Students, Paula Moore
Literacy Faculty Scholarship
Debate continues to rage in academic and research circles over beginning reading instruction. The controversies are heated and politically charged. Now, the so-called Reading War is boiling over into the popular press and stirring up unnecessary fears among parents and community members that schools and teachers may not be using the "best" method to teach reading. In Maine, reports about the Reading War are turning up with regularity in local newspapers and on radio talk shows and statewide newscasts.
However, Maine children consistently outperform their peers in other states on national tests of reading proficiency. Reading and writing scores on …
The Characteristics Of Learners Enrolled In Advanced Level Courses In Hebrew, Chinese, And Japanese At Brandeis University, Vardit Ringvald
The Characteristics Of Learners Enrolled In Advanced Level Courses In Hebrew, Chinese, And Japanese At Brandeis University, Vardit Ringvald
Educational Studies Dissertations
Researchers, practitioners, and policy makers in the field of foreign language study in higher education in the United States are familiar with the phenomenon of declining numbers among learners in advanced foreign language courses. The studies that have examined this phenomenon such as Graman (1987) and Dupuy (1994) investigated the learners of so-called "easy" and commonly taught languages, such as French, German and Spanish and suggest that the learners' positive learning backgrounds outside the formal language program are the main factors that influence the learners' decision to continue their language study in the advanced level courses. This study offers new …
Multiple Intelligence Motivational Activities Using Literature For Kindergarten And First Grade Students, Heidi Jo Ann Otis
Multiple Intelligence Motivational Activities Using Literature For Kindergarten And First Grade Students, Heidi Jo Ann Otis
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to identify a set of multiple intelligence activities that foster motivation for reading. These activities were to accompany specific pieces of children's literature. Children who are motivated and spend more time reading become better readers (Gambrell, 1996). The central element for this project was to develop activities for children's literature using Gardner's multiple intelligence theory. Gardner lists those seven intelligences as: Linguistic, logical/mathematical, spatial, music, kinesthetic/body, interpersonal and intrapersonal (Gardner, 1983). By giving young children a variety of intellectual modalities associated with children's literature it was hoped that all students would develop an early …
A Computer Based Reading Program For Elementary Students, Wendy L. Clark
A Computer Based Reading Program For Elementary Students, Wendy L. Clark
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to develop a plan for teachers, media specialists and administrators to use in implementing the Accelerated Reader Program, a computerized reading management program. Research on the benefits of this program was studied. A handbook was created that includes information and processes for the set up, management and use of incentives for the Accelerated Reader Program. This information is presented both for implementation in the individual classrooms as well as school wide.
An Intergenerational Literacy Project For Migrant Families, Sandra E. Harmening, Amy C. Kiesz
An Intergenerational Literacy Project For Migrant Families, Sandra E. Harmening, Amy C. Kiesz
All Graduate Projects
The relationship between student achievement and parental involvement was reviewed and found to be significant. A model project was developed to include seven migrant families intergenerationally within the context of the classroom. The purpose was to enhance the relationship between students and parents/guardians and between these low literacy families and the school institution. The result was projected to be a better understanding of each family's heritage, an increase in volunteerism at the school site, more interest in school work and accomplishment, and the possible residual effect of parental desire to improve their literacy skills.
A Literature Approach Program For A Sixth Grade Classroom, Leigh Ann Koenig
A Literature Approach Program For A Sixth Grade Classroom, Leigh Ann Koenig
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this study was to create a reading program which encourages student-led discussion, exposes students to a variety of genres, and develops higher-level thinking. Strategies for using literature as the foundation of a reading program were examined. Evidence from the review of literature indicated that participation in literature response groups encouraged choice, social interaction, and promoted a deeper level of understanding. Instructional strategies, techniques, planning, and the role of the instructor in a literature program were dis.:ussed.
Accelerated Reader Program: An Implementation Guide For Teachers, Heather A. Hull-Stewart
Accelerated Reader Program: An Implementation Guide For Teachers, Heather A. Hull-Stewart
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to develop a plan for educators, librarians and administrators to use in implementing the Accelerated Reader Program, a computerized reading management program. Research on the benefits of this program was studied. A handbook was created that includes information and processes for the set up, management and use of incentives for the Accelerated Reader Program. This information is presented both for implementation in the individual classrooms as well as school wide.
A Poetry Curriculum For Primary Teachers, Janice M. Matheny
A Poetry Curriculum For Primary Teachers, Janice M. Matheny
All Graduate Projects
This project examined the role of poetry in language development and literacy acquisition in children. The review of current literature strongly supported the rationale for providing poetry experiences beginning at an early age and continuing on through the first few years of school. All stages of language development benefit from exposure to rhythm and rhyme. Poetry can be there to bridge the gap as young children speak their first words, read their first book and write their first sentence. Included is a poetry curriculum centering on the theme of Playground Rhymes. It was specifically written for primary teachers. The research …
Development Of A Family Literacy Program To Improve English Reading And Language Acquisition Of Limited English Speaking Parents And Children., Terri Lee Ritter
Development Of A Family Literacy Program To Improve English Reading And Language Acquisition Of Limited English Speaking Parents And Children., Terri Lee Ritter
All Graduate Projects
A family literacy program to assist Hispanic parents and children in improving English reading and language acquisition skills was developed. Limited English speaking families in Quincy, Washington were served by a variety of lessons, developed in response to need. The results showed a desire by families to continue with the project, as well as an higher achievement in score on the reading and language sub-tests of the Metropolitan Achievement Test by students having a seventy percent program attendance rate in comparison with limited English speaking students of non-participating families. Program modifications for the following school year were discussed.
An Early Intervention Reading Program For First Grade Students At Risk For Reading Failure, Tamara Ann Parriera
An Early Intervention Reading Program For First Grade Students At Risk For Reading Failure, Tamara Ann Parriera
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of the project was to develop an early intervention program, which included strategies and techniques shown in the research to be most effective in improving reading. The review of related literature supported the need for early intervention with students having language or reading problems. The program consisted of assessment procedures and tools, activities, materials, record keeping, parent involvement, and cross-age tutoring.
[Using Multimedia Technology In Elementary Student Presentations Of Literature Research And Reviews], Judy Ann Staples
[Using Multimedia Technology In Elementary Student Presentations Of Literature Research And Reviews], Judy Ann Staples
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this study was to help third grade students develop multimedia presentations using current technology to improve the related background knowledge and literary awareness of students for six different literature books. A second purpose was to use the authoring system, HyperStudio, to develop an interactive compact disc which future students could access before reading specific literature books to enhance reading comprehension.
Authenticity In Language Arts For The Average Fouth Graders, Karen Ann Rossman
Authenticity In Language Arts For The Average Fouth Graders, Karen Ann Rossman
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this study was to develop an integrated Language Arts program based on the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements and which focuses on authentic experiential activities. Research was completed which supported the use of integration of the language arts as well as authenticity in learning. The concluding activity was the writing of an autobiographical story by each student.
Teaching English/Spanish Cognates To Increase Reading Comprehension, Stacey A. Suhm
Teaching English/Spanish Cognates To Increase Reading Comprehension, Stacey A. Suhm
All Graduate Projects
A curriculum has been developed for middle school English as a Second Language (ESL) students to improve their reading comprehension. A review of the literature found that vocabulary is an essential part of reading comprehension and becoming aware of English/Spanish cognates can increase the students' English vocabulary. The curriculum includes a survey to assess a student's knowledge and use of cognates, lesson plans to introduce the concept of cognates, to practice recognizing English/Spanish cognates, and learn the correlation of suffixes between English and Spanish. The curriculum also includes lists of English/Spanish cognates divided by subjects.
Writing Across The Curriculum For Primary Grades, Jenneifer L. Perri
Writing Across The Curriculum For Primary Grades, Jenneifer L. Perri
All Graduate Projects
Writing activities have been developed for the primary classroom to help in the teaching of science and social studies. Both research and observation have shown that writing is a thinking process which has a positive impact on all areas of the curriculum. The project included specific writing activities which can be taught during specific science and social studies themes. A list of writing prompts which can be used when using learning logs has been provided as a way to encourage reflection and interaction with curriculum content.
Children's Book Festival, Karen Rowell, Onva K. Boshears Jr., University Of Southern Mississippi
Children's Book Festival, Karen Rowell, Onva K. Boshears Jr., University Of Southern Mississippi
Fay B. Kaigler Children's Book Festival Programs
The program for the thirtieth annual Children's Book Festival held on the campus of The University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi in 1998.
Making Sturdy Cloth-Bound Books Using Heat-N-Bond Ultra, Edward J. Dwyer, Evelyn Dwyer
Making Sturdy Cloth-Bound Books Using Heat-N-Bond Ultra, Edward J. Dwyer, Evelyn Dwyer
ETSU Faculty Works
The road to competence in writing is best paved with joyful experiences, especially early experiences with writing in the elementary school. One such experience is writing a story and making a beautiful cloth-bound book. Materials needed, which are easily obtained, are:(1) a commercially produced material called Heat-N-Bond (Ultra);(2) mat board or heavy weight poster board;(3)heavy weight paper in a variety of colors;(4) cloth in bright patterns or any other choice;(5) plain white photocopy paper;(6)long arm stapler; and (7) clothes irons. After assembling the book in 10 easy steps, photos or pictures from magazines or other sources maybe put on the …
Taoism The Adolescent Way, Claire Christine Osburn, Kathryn Ramsey
Taoism The Adolescent Way, Claire Christine Osburn, Kathryn Ramsey
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Perceptions Of Writing In A Community College Composition Course, Rebecca Ann Kamm
Perceptions Of Writing In A Community College Composition Course, Rebecca Ann Kamm
Dissertations and Theses @ UNI
The purpose of this study was to investigate community college students' and their teacher's perceptions about writing in a beginning composition course. This study explored student and teacher views about composition, possible tensions about ways writing is defined, and ways to resolve tension. Specifically, this study addressed the following questions:
- How do my perceptions as a writing instructor in a beginning community college composition course compare with my students' perceptions?
- How do my students and I understand real and perceived consequences that arise from various views about writing?
- How could my students and I mediate or resolve various views about …
The Role Of Prereading Instruction In Content Area Reading, Mary Carol Smith
The Role Of Prereading Instruction In Content Area Reading, Mary Carol Smith
Graduate Research Papers
The graduate project presented in this paper is a workshop for teachers of grades 4, 5, and 6. The workshop will consist of prereading strategies to use in the content areas. Participants will learn that prereading instruction is preparing the student to read content area material. Teachers involved in the workshop will also gain an understanding of the need for and importance of prereading preparation.
Reading Recovery In The Classroom : A Literacy Team Approach, Nancy Strunk Larsen
Reading Recovery In The Classroom : A Literacy Team Approach, Nancy Strunk Larsen
Graduate Research Papers
A recent remedy for the concern over continued progress and over communication between Reading Recovery and the classroom is to adapt Reading Recovery practices in the regular classroom. A Title I Reading Recovery program in a Midwestern school adopted this very remedy. The program initiated in this elementary school has two Reading Recovery teachers, three first-grade teachers, and two second-grade teachers who work collaboratively as a literacy team. The goal of the program is to use a teamwork approach to teach reading both with the idea of meeting the instructional needs of the student and also of teaching the classroom …
Nurturing Reading Comprehension Of Attention Deficit Students By Improving Their Inferential Skills, Paula Decker
Nurturing Reading Comprehension Of Attention Deficit Students By Improving Their Inferential Skills, Paula Decker
Graduate Research Papers
Inference-making is a necessary component of reading comprehension. Many attention deficit students have shown some degree of reading comprehension deficiencies. Due to the nature of their disability – staying focused, sticking to a task, and noticing details – inference-making may be difficult for them.
This article suggests that by modifying and enhancing existing teaching methods and strategies, the instructional needs of ADD/ADHD students would be met. It offers some lesson and teaching modifications that have shown to be helpful in this author's experience.
When teachers are aware of the characteristics and limitations of students with an attention deficiency, they can …
Reading Recovery : The Teacher's Perspective, Nancy A. Johnson
Reading Recovery : The Teacher's Perspective, Nancy A. Johnson
Graduate Research Papers
READING RECOVERY: The Teacher's Perspective presents a report of research that looks at Reading Recovery, an early intervention reading program for low-performing students, with the primary focus on the role the teacher plays. Data used was compiled from journal articles and personal interviews with three teachers randomly chosen from a Midwest school district. The basic questions were directed toward the teacher training, lack of professional input from the teachers in training, and the extensive paperwork required of the Reading Recovery teachers.
Results of the study indicated that teachers that are actively involved in the Reading Recovery program accept the program …
Reading Workshop And Vocabulary Knowledge : Allies In Comprehension, Ellen Cutting
Reading Workshop And Vocabulary Knowledge : Allies In Comprehension, Ellen Cutting
Graduate Research Papers
The Reading Workshop develops a purpose for reading, gives students a greater sense of their own efficacy, broadens understanding of reading strategies, provides a context that supports the student choice of what is read, and allows integration of prior knowledge in what is read (Kletzien & Hushion, 1992). Students are able to construct and direct their own learning in the Reading Workshop by reading books of their independent choice, respond to what is read, and receive mini-skill instruction on reading strategies. Students are invited to be actively involved in a process that is consistent with whole language philosophy (Atwell, 1987). …
Guiding Peer Conferences In The Process Of Writing, Cheryl Kremer
Guiding Peer Conferences In The Process Of Writing, Cheryl Kremer
Graduate Research Papers
Children can only become experienced writers by learning to use the writing process through opportunities to write and through modeling of strategies by their teacher. Children will especially benefit from questions and comments that are appropriate to make during a writing conference. This instruction may first take place during all-class conferences and eventually move to conferences between students (Graves, 1983). Conferences may have many purposes, but according to Graves (1994), the most basic purpose for a conference is to give the students time to share where they are in the writing process and to figure out where they are headed.
The Impact Of Alternative Scheduling Practices On Student Performance In French I, Linda Moody Wallinger
The Impact Of Alternative Scheduling Practices On Student Performance In French I, Linda Moody Wallinger
Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects
No abstract provided.
Technology And Its Impact On Language Arts, Tresa Ann Dietrich
Technology And Its Impact On Language Arts, Tresa Ann Dietrich
Graduate Research Papers
Language arts is a field where technology can be worked into the writing and reading fields with word processors, CD-ROMs, and other multimedia materials that focus on communication. Learning to effectively communicate is one goal of language arts education. This encompasses speaking, listening, writing, and presentation – utilizing all the available technologies and incorporating them into highly motivating and innovative units or activities.
Developing More Efficient Readers : A Guided Reading, Making Words, And Sentence Writing Practice, Nancy Hohanshelt
Developing More Efficient Readers : A Guided Reading, Making Words, And Sentence Writing Practice, Nancy Hohanshelt
Graduate Research Papers
Inefficient reading of text by poor readers has always been a concern of reading teachers. This paper demonstrates an approach that increases vocabulary, aids comprehension, and improves writing. It incorporates three processes: guided reading, making words, and sentence writing.
The guided reading segment is where the text is introduced and then read by the students. Difficult words are studied and mini-lessons may be initiated at this time or a later time. The second portion of the lesson is for making words. A word is chosen from the guided reading text and becomes the target word for this portion of the …
Book Discussions : Guiding Students In Creating Their Own Questioning, Christine Matthew
Book Discussions : Guiding Students In Creating Their Own Questioning, Christine Matthew
Graduate Research Papers
Book discussions increase the understanding and personal meaning of books through the students' active participation during the reading process. Previous to book discussions the students would give a statement from the book or paraphrase the book. With the new format students are able to talk about the character's feelings, predict the happenings in the story, discuss the circumstances in the story and how the story could have been written differently.
The success of the book discussions makes it an easy decision to continue the program. This process is very enjoyable and can be adapted for any classroom and teacher. The …
Early Literacy Experiences And Their Affect On Children's Literacy Development, Jolene Miller
Early Literacy Experiences And Their Affect On Children's Literacy Development, Jolene Miller
Graduate Research Papers
This paper is a review of literature relative to the importance of early literacy experiences for children. The primary focus this paper was to look at the benefits of early experiences with literature on children's literacy development.
The primary early literary experience investigated was children being read to by adults, and the benefits of this activity related to literacy development. Other components· of a rich literacy environment and their potential benefits were discussed. All of the activities that were investigated were found to positively influence literacy development.
Potential problems parents may have when trying to provide literacy experiences for their …