Document Type
Graduate Project
Date of Degree Completion
Summer 1991
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Education
Committee Chair
Arne Sippola
Second Committee Member
Larry Wald
Third Committee Member
Mary Jean Potter
Abstract
Research on literature based and skills based reading programs was reviewed. Results showed that traditional basal programs, which are heavily skill oriented, do not meet the reading styles of all students. Integrated instruction which allows for a variety of learning activities can alleviate this problem. Research also indicated that the reading experience must be meaningful and motivating and that literature is an excellent means of providing this component. Integrated units were developed based upon this research evidence. Conclusions and recommendations are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Cartwright, Tammy Joy, "Literacy through Literature" (1991). All Graduate Projects. 332.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/graduate_projects/332
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Curriculum and Instruction Commons, Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Commons, Language and Literacy Education Commons