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A Mixed Methods Study Of South Carolina Reading Policy On Teacher Knowledge, Matthew Ferguson
A Mixed Methods Study Of South Carolina Reading Policy On Teacher Knowledge, Matthew Ferguson
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This sequential explanatory mixed methods study examines the impact of the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) professional learning intervention on teacher knowledge within the context of South Carolina's reading policy.
Quantitative analyses of pre- and post-assessment data indicate significant improvements in teacher content knowledge of foundational literacy skills following LETRS training. Descriptive statistics and paired-samples t-tests demonstrate substantial gains in knowledge, particularly in Volume 1 of the LETRS curriculum. The study reveals notable increases in pre- and post-assessment scores, suggesting the effectiveness of LETRS in enhancing teacher expertise.
Qualitative findings from focus groups highlight the positive …