Memorization Processes in Reading-Disabled Children.

Torgesen, Joseph K.

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Publication Date: 1977

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Memorization Processes in Reading-Disabled Children

Torgesen, Joseph K.

Journal of Educational Psychology, 69, 5, 571-8, Oct 77

Study habits and memorization strategies were found to differ in fourth grade good readers and poor readers. The good readers also achieved higher recall. With training in efficient mnemonic strategies, however, the poor readers performed as well as the good readers. (GDC)

Descriptors: Intermediate Grades, Learning Processes, Low Achievement, Memorization, Memory, Reading Achievement, Reading Difficulty, Recall (Psychology), Skill Development, Study Habits

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