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Biemiller, Andrew; Andrew – American Educator, 2001
Examines several points supporting the argument for increased emphasis on vocabulary, including: the consequences of an increased emphasis on phonics; limited school promotion of vocabulary development; the sequential nature of vocabulary acquisition; and defining an essential vocabulary for high school graduates. Emphasizes the need for a more…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Phonics, Reading Instruction, Reading Skills
