Dear individually and collectively creative thinkers,
There’s been a resurgence in the debate about phonics vs whole language here
in this state. See:
http://smh.com.au/articles/2004/11/07/1099781247124.html?oneclick=true for
the online version of the article that was on Page 1 of the Sydney Morning
Herald.
From my (high school) perspective, this would relate more to emergent
readers and or NESB/ESL (non-English native speaking) students. Or am I
wrong?
From my observations of discussions on this topic (and without wishing to
offend anyone or open any new – or old – cans of worms), is there any valid
research on the phonics vs whole language issue? Much of the evidence that
is most easily accessible relies heavily on anecdotal evidence. Would
greatly appreciate being steered towards published material(s).
Thanks in advance,
Amanda Credaro
Sydney, Australia
Wearing many hats as usual – none of them purple.
http://www.warriorlibrarian.com <http://www.warriorlibrarian.com/>
email: abcredaro@ozemail.com.au
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