I researched Whole-language and basal text literacy methods that were mentioned on page 121.
Whole- Language- Focus on meaning and strategy
- Students learn and memorize entire words
- Children start writing early
- A variety of diverse literature can be used
- Makes use of Guided Reading
- Integrates other subjects in the curriculum
- They tend to have trouble decoding new words
Basal readers - A highly structured way to teach reading
- Books have selected words to introduce with attached questions.
- They are easy for teachers to use because of the pre-structured nature
- Help to prepare students for what is on state tests
- Help to determine what level a students is reading at
- They tend not to encourage an interest and enjoyment in reading
So which one, from your research, do you believe is a better approach for teaching children how to read? Do you believe that they both have their place... maybe within different levels or groups of students?
ReplyDeleteThe reading battles. In many ways I choose phonics (if I have to) as I can see real benefits as my daughter is making connections with the games on PBS Kids!
ReplyDeleteThe more I think about this... I believe that this was really important research. It's can be confusing sometimes trying to differentiate the two.
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