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Vellutino, Frank R.; Scanlon, Donna M. – Remedial and Special Education (RASE), 1984
Papers by Morrison, Siegel and Ryan, and Stanovich are critically reviewed with comments on both theoretical and empirical issues associated with alternative explanations of word decoding deficiencies in poor readers. Similarities and differences in theoretical perspectives are noted, but convergence in definition of problem areas and research…
Descriptors: Decoding (Reading), Reading Difficulties, Reading Processes, Verbal Learning
Hall, Richard W.; Moon, Charles E. – 1985
A study examined variables that affect the acquisition of automaticity of verbal skills. Among the variables examined were practice, novelty or familiarity of a word or word category, the speed and efficiency with which persons acquire automaticity, reaction time, and number of tasks performed concurrently. Subjects, 30 sixth and seventh grade…
Descriptors: Aural Learning, Cognitive Processes, Decoding (Reading), Elementary Education