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Words matter: learning support for the vocabulary of struggling readers

Reynor, Ellen (2014) Words matter: learning support for the vocabulary of struggling readers. LEARN Journal of the Irish Learning Support Association, 36 . pp. 87-98.

Abstract
This article highlights the importance of vocabulary development and instruction for pupils with reading and learning difficulties throughout the primary school years. Instructional approaches to vocabulary building and strategies to encourage word awareness that may be applied across a range of school settings are outlined and discussed.
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Item Type:Article (Published)
Refereed:Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:teaching vocabulary; primary school
Subjects:Social Sciences > Education
Social Sciences > Teaching
DCU Faculties and Centres:DCU Faculties and Schools > Institute of Education > School of Inclusive & Special Education
Publisher:Irish Learning Support Association (ILSA)
Copyright Information:© 2014 Irish Learning Support Association (ILSA)
Use License:This item is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-Share Alike 3.0 License. View License
ID Code:23036
Deposited On:27 Feb 2019 12:49 by Ellen Reynor . Last Modified 27 Feb 2019 12:49
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