Hans Christian Andersen's Spelling and Syntax: Allegations of Specific Dyslexia Are Unfounded.

Kihl, Preben; Gregersen, Kirsten; Sterum, Niels

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ERIC Number: EJ617952

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Publication Date: 2000

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Hans Christian Andersen's Spelling and Syntax: Allegations of Specific Dyslexia Are Unfounded.

Kihl, Preben; Gregersen, Kirsten; Sterum, Niels

Journal of Learning Disabilities, v33 n6 p506-19 Nov-Dec 2000

A study of Hans Christian Andersen's diaries from age 20 to age 70 found that his mean error spelling percentages are equal to contemporaries, but between 2 and 15 times lower than individuals with dyslexia. A structural analysis indicates that the proportion of plausible/implausible errors match those of normal achievers. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Adults, Disability Identification, Dyslexia, Error Patterns, Individual Characteristics, Learning Disabilities, Spelling, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Syntax

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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