Articulation Accuracy and Vocabulary Size Contributions to Phonemic Awareness and Word Reading in English Language Learners
Author(s):
Roberts, Theresa A
Format:
Journal article
Citation:
Journal Of Educational Psychology, Volume 97, Issue 4 (2005-11). pp. 601-616.
Language:
English
Abstract:
Relationships among articulation, vocabulary, phonemic awareness, and word reading were examined in 45 children who spoke either Hmong or Spanish as their primary language. A theoretical perspective suggesting that English articulation and vocabulary would influence children's English phonemic awareness and English word reading was developed. Articulation influenced both kindergarten phonemic awareness and 1st-grade word reading. Letter-sound knowledge was also associated with kindergarten phonemic awareness, and 1st-grade phonemic awareness was related to 1st-grade word reading. The results are discussed in relationship to 2nd-language speech, articulation, and beginning reading. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved) (Source: journal abstract)