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Peer reviewedDunthorn, Tom; Woods, Lynn – International Journal of Social Education, 1993
Asserts that the whole-language approach is a philosophy of language learning that integrates four modes of communication--listening, speaking, reading, and writing--with a focus on content comprehension. Discusses how the approach is used as a primary component of the Florida K-5 Program of Study. (CFR)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Cognitive Processes, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedLamme, Linda Leonard; Hysmith, Cecilia – International Journal of Social Education, 1993
Asserts that the whole-language approach is a philosophy of learning in which children construct knowledge by actively engaging in classroom projects that have real meaning for them. Describes thematic studies using a whole-language approach in which children (with teacher assistance) decide what themes will be studied. (CFR)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Cognitive Processes, Curriculum Design
