I have always been interested in children's literacy, so I chose to focus on that topic for this assignment. While searching on the Internet I stumbled across a website entitled "reading horizons." This website is geared towards phonetic reading instruction and the positive effect it can have in the classroom.
On the home page is states that "Literacy programs in any setting—from public and private schools to family literacy centers to correctional facilities—thrive on the solid phonics foundation provided by these time-tested, research-based programs." When I saw that the homepage mentioned that this program was "research-based," I immediately thought this would be worth looking into. I ended up viewing a research study that was conducted at Huntington Elementary school in Huntington, Utah.
The study focused on 21 first grade students for 4 months. The students were tested using the state core reading test. They were tested once before being taught with the Discover Intensive Phonics program and once after it had been implemented. The post assessment showed that students were scoring at or above 90%.
The information provided regarding this research was not as thorough as I would have liked. The test group that was used for this study seemed relatively small, but then again the Huntington study was one of many. For a quick overview of the results it was more than adequate. It did explain the testing procedures along with what test was used. It also showed where each individual student tested before and after the program. Based on all of the information that was provided, I would feel comfortable assuming that the results are valid.
(Who knows, maybe I will impliment the Discover Intensive Phonics program in my future classroom!?!)
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