The Impact of an Intensive Multisensory Reading Program on a Population of Learning-Disabled Delinquents.

Simpson, Stephen B.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ455783

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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The Impact of an Intensive Multisensory Reading Program on a Population of Learning-Disabled Delinquents.

Simpson, Stephen B.; And Others

Annals of Dyslexia, v42 p54-66 1992

Delinquents (n=116) with reading disabilities were given daily multisensory (Orton/Gillingham approach) remedial reading instruction or regular reading instruction. One year after release, the treatment group had made significantly greater growth in reading and had a significantly lower rate of recidivism. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Delinquency, Delinquent Rehabilitation, Instructional Effectiveness, Learning Disabilities, Multisensory Learning, Reading Achievement, Reading Difficulties, Reading Instruction, Recidivism, Remedial Instruction, Remedial Reading, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers; Practitioners

Language: English

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What Works Clearinghouse Reviewed: Does Not Meet Evidence Standards

WWC Study Page: http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/study/9392

IES Cited: ED510642

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