In Regards to the Debate Between the Whole-Word Approach Vs

question 3

Multiple Choice

In regards to the debate between the whole-word approach vs. providing phonics instruction, research found that

• A) systematic phonics instruction produced better readers, with a greater effect for children of low ability or from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• B) a whole-word approach produced better readers, especially for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• C) phonics instruction diminishes student motivation to read.
• D) phonics instruction occurs incidentally in the classroom and does not need to be taught systematically.