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Peer reviewedHelfeldt, John P.; Henk, William A. – Journal of Correctional Education, 1985
This article reports some cautions to consider when too much emphasis is placed on phonic instruction, especially with adolescent and adult learners. The importance of developing automaticity in word identification and fluency in reading rate is discussed. Six specific procedures designed to improve reading fluency are outlined. (Author/CT)
Descriptors: Adult Reading Programs, Correctional Education, Correctional Institutions, Observational Learning
