The Big Question: What is the best way to teach reading...?
According to this website, it is still controversial whether to teach reading phonetically or by whole words. This November, 2007 article also considers what is the right age to implement reading to our youngsters.
Some believe that decoding the language will speed up reading, but it is questionable regarding students' understanding/comprehension. Others believe whole word reading should be discarded.
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/education/education-news/the-big-question-what-is-th
posted by Norine Switzer @ 12:01 AM
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2 Comments:
Noreen,
I think educators will always debate on what is the best way to teach reading. I think you have to incorporate more than one way. It also depends on the students you have.
Rosalind
I feel that teaching reading is a personal preference. The most productive way that a teacher can educate his/her students is the best way. There needs to be a combination of phonics and comprehension. I remember when "whole language" was the buzz word. There were some great aspects to this program, but not to its exclusivity. Teaching decoding is also essential for reading. I guess there are always going to be many educational theories on this topic.
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