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Peer reviewedPearson, P. David – Elementary School Journal, 1989
Characterizes the whole language movement in terms of its philosophical, political, and curriculum assumptions and consequences. Also, praises the movement for the good it has done; points out problematic features of the movement; and evaluates the likely legacy of the movement.(BB)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Curriculum Problems, Educational Practices, Educational Trends
Peer reviewedPinnell, Gay Su – Elementary School Journal, 1989
Describes the implementation and evaluation of an early intervention program, Reading Recovery, designed to help young, at-risk children become writers. Research evaluation results in New Zealand and in the United States and a case study of a five-year-old child are presented. (BB)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Comparative Education, Elementary School Students, Foreign Countries
