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| Science Teacher | 4 |
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| Hounshell, Paul B. | 1 |
| Milligan, Jerry L. | 1 |
| Orlich, Donald C. | 1 |
| Warren, Robert A. | 1 |
| Wright, Jill D. | 1 |
| Young, Petey | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 2 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
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| Teachers | 1 |
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Peer reviewedMilligan, Jerry L.; Orlich, Donald C. – Science Teacher, 1981
Describes the linguistic approach for improving science vocabulary skills. Its efficiency lies in the fact that mastery of a relatively small number of prefixes, suffixes, and word roots unlocks a vast treasure of scientific terminology. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: Biology, Language Patterns, Linguistics, Reading Improvement
Peer reviewedWarren, Robert A. – Science Teacher, 1975
Presents some suggestions for easily-prepared audio materials to assist pupils who have difficulty in reading in comprehending science information. (PB)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Instruction, Instructional Materials, Reading
Peer reviewedWright, Jill D.; Hounshell, Paul B. – Science Teacher, 1978
Discusses the importance of reading in science learning. Some ways to help improve reading skills are presented. (MDR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Instruction, Reading Improvement, Reading Skills
Peer reviewedYoung, Petey; And Others – Science Teacher, 1991
Discussed is the difference between reading fiction and reading science. The importance of reading orally and developing an awareness of text structure are discussed. A checklist and questions for analyzing the language structure of science textbooks are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Literature Appreciation, Reading Ability, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Improvement
