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Maybe the Problem Isn't Whole Language.
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Norris, Janet – Journal of Children's Communication Development, 1995
This article discusses ineffective practices and educational outcomes attributed to the whole language approach which may stem from other educational dynamics, such as failure to provide adequate training or mentoring to teachers, confusing language as a communication process with language arts skills, and failure to apply known principles of…
Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, Elementary Education, Instructional Effectiveness, Intervention