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Peer reviewedNelson, Laurie – Reading Psychology, 1989
Describes the nature of the developmental spelling continuum. Considers the common instructional concerns of word selection, yearly and weekly routines, and organizing to meet the needs of poor spellers against the developmental backdrop. (MG)
Descriptors: Developmental Stages, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Smith, Frank – Phi Delta Kappan, 2001
Struggling students are often victimized by time constraints--arbitrarily imposed timetables for mastering material and meeting standards. People learn best from experience, not by information acquisition, skill development, rote memorization, or assessment. Reading, writing, arithmetic, scientific understanding, and civics require student…
Descriptors: Academic Failure, Change Strategies, Classroom Environment, Competition
