Theory-Based Prediction of Early Reading.

Kirby, John R.; Parrila, Rauno K.

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ERIC Number: EJ602239

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Publication Date: 1999

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Theory-Based Prediction of Early Reading.

Kirby, John R.; Parrila, Rauno K.

Alberta Journal of Educational Research, v45 n4 p428-47 Win 1999

Presents a cognitive theory of learning to read and examples of how its theoretical constructs can be measured. Measures of five phonological processing constructs were administered to 161 kindergarten children. Phonological awareness, naming speed, and letter recognition were the most frequent significant predictors of reading achievement in grades 1-3. Contains 29 references. (Author/SV)

Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Learning Theories, Phonology, Primary Education, Reading Achievement, Reading Processes, Reading Skills, Reading Tests, Young Children

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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