Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ651886
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2002
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ISSN: ISSN-1540-0077
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The Effects of the Language for Learning Program on the Receptive Language Skills of Kindergarten Children.
Benner, Gregory J.; Trout, Alexandra; Nordness, Philip D.; Nelson, J. Ron; Epstein, Michael H.; Knobel, Maria-Louisa; Epstein, Alice; Maguire, Ken; Birdsell, Rodney
Journal of Direct Instruction, v2 n2 p67-74 Sum 2002
Assesses the effects of the Language for Learning (formerly DISTAR) program on the receptive language skills of a general sample of kindergarten children. Indicates that the Language for Learning program produced both statistically and educationally significant effects on the receptive language skills of children. Discusses results, limitations, and implications. (SG)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Instructional Improvement, Kindergarten, Language Skills, Primary Education, Program Effectiveness, Reading Instruction
The Association for Direct Instruction, PO Box 10252, Eugene, OR 97440. Web site http://www.adihome.org.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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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/64832
