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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004-Sep
Pages: 11
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Developing a Balanced Reading Program for Teaching a Child with Williams Syndrome
Boduch, Melissa L. O.; Pollard, Connie
TEACHING Exceptional Children Plus, v1 n1 Article 4 Sep 2004
This is the story of Lily, a 12-year-old girl with Williams Syndrome (WS). A reading program was developed to meet Lily's specific reading needs while addressing her individual learning style; this includes attending to the unique characteristics of Williams Syndrome. During this school year, Lily showed significant gains in sight word recognition and comprehension with the implementation of a personalized balanced reading program. (Contains 5 tables.)
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Reading, Reading Programs, Sight Vocabulary, Word Recognition, Reading Instruction, Teaching Methods, Individualized Education Programs, Special Needs Students, Achievement Gains, Genetic Disorders, Educational Strategies, Reading Strategies, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Instructional Design
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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