Excerpt from Reading: Its Nature and Development
When Horace Mann wrote his report the S peller prepared by Noah Webster was the chief textbook in all schools. This book is said to have been sold to the number of eighty millions during the century following 1783, when it was written. It opens with a few pages on the letters and sounds used in English spelling. The first exercise introduces the pupil to the combinations of the first five consonants with the vowels. The pupil learns meaningful and meaningless combinations together as follows.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating evolution of reading instruction, tracing its journey from the rigid "ABC" method of the 19th century to the more nuanced approaches of the early 20th century. The author explores the rise and fall of the word method, the emergence of various phonic systems, and the growing recognition of the importance of silent reading for comprehension and study. The text delves into the ongoing debate between emphasizing meaning and content versus focusing on the mechanics of reading. The author examines the changing landscape of reading materials, with a shift towards engaging narratives and meaningful content that resonates with children's experiences. The psychological aspects of reading are explored, including the role of mental imagery and the influence of behaviorist psychology. This book challenges educators to find a balance between fostering a love for reading and ensuring that students develop the necessary skills for efficient word recognition and comprehension. Through a close examination of historical trends and contemporary practices, the author's insights provide valuable guidance for shaping effective reading instruction and cultivating a generation of lifelong learners. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781334681011_0
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Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Reading: Its Nature and DevelopmentWhen Horace Mann wrote his report the S peller prepared by Noah Webster was the chief textbook in all schools. This book is said to have been sold to the number of eighty mil. Codice articolo 2148166527
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