Research Comparing the Approaches of Whole-Language and Phonics Has Shown

question 75

Multiple Choice

Research comparing the approaches of whole-language and phonics has shown that

• A) the whole-language approach produces superior reading skills.
• B) the phonics approach is better used as support for a strategy that emphasizes the whole-language approach.
• C) children can benefit from both approaches, but that phonics should be emphasized.
• D) whichever approach is used at home will be most effective in school instruction.

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