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Dyson, Anne Haas – Language Arts, 1982
Reviews literature defining the characteristics of the complex puzzle children encounter moving from oral language to print. Illustrates that, by reading their own writing, children discover the precise connection between reading, writing, and language. (HTH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Language Acquisition, Language Experience Approach, Learning Processes
Hammond, Jennifer – 1987
It is useful to stress the similarity of the linguistic system that underlies oral and written language, but the whole language approach fails to take into account the real and significant differences that exist between oral and written language and the different purposes for which they are used. Children need explicit guidance and support in…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Child Language, Elementary Education, Language Acquisition

Kaderavek, Joan N.; Mandlebaum, Linda Higbee – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1993
This article explores ways to enhance oral discussions to increase the written language abilities of students with learning disabilities. It discusses oral and written language differences, and offers specific strategies for improving oral narrative skills within the Language Experience Approach (LEA), such as using semantic maps and teaching…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Secondary Education, Language Experience Approach
Moss, R. Kay; Stansell, John C. – 1981
The case study of James, a semiliterate 16-year-old delinquent, illustrates (1) the importance of learners' language strengths, (2) the importance of learners' perceptions about the nature of assigned tasks, and (3) the need to examine reading instruction as a possible contributor to delayed literacy. When James was asked to tape record a story,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Case Studies, Language Attitudes, Language Experience Approach