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Peer reviewedBarnitz, John G. – Journal of Reading, 1980
Looks at some of the historical reasons for spelling irregularity and suggests that such information can serve as both background material for teachers and a source of motivation for students trying to learn to spell. (DD)
Descriptors: Educational History, Elementary Secondary Education, Spelling, Spelling Instruction
Peer reviewedOtto, Wayne – Journal of Reading, 1994
Discusses a startlingly current 1953 article called "Recent Trends in the Teaching of Reading" by Virgil Herrick, and a 1992 book by James Moffett called "Harmonic Learning: Keynoting School Reform." (SR)
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational History, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedEzzaki, Abdelkader – Journal of Reading, 1993
Provides an overview of literacy and literacy education in Morocco. Sketches the historical context, and then discusses literacy in formal school settings, adult programs, and needed improvements. (SR)
Descriptors: Adult Reading Programs, Educational History, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedKibby, Michael W. – Journal of Reading, 1993
Presents a review of the resources, conclusions, and limitations of the data on trends in reading ability in America between 1840 and 1990. Shows that, contrary to popular belief, today's students read better than yesterday's. (SR)
Descriptors: Educational History, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Mass Media Role
