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abarnes

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In regards to the debate between the whole-word approach vs. providing phonics instruction, research found that
 
  A) systematic phonics instruction produced better readers, with a greater effect for children of low ability or from disadvantaged backgrounds.
  B) a whole-word approach produced better readers, especially for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
  C) phonics instruction diminishes student motivation to read.
  D) phonics instruction occurs incidentally in the classroom and does not need to be taught systematically.

Question 2

If a teacher wanted to select a test to assess a student's sight vocabulary, it probably would be appropriate to select a test of
 
  A) literal comprehension skills.
  B) word analysis skills.
  C) word recognition skills.
  D) auditory discrimination skills.



nathang24

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C



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