Describe the three approaches to reading and writing described in the text. Which one do you think is best and why?
What will be an ideal response?
ANSWER: Answers will vary but should include: The phonics approach focuses on the relationship between letters and letter sounds? emphasis is placed on word patterns, rules, precision. The whole-language approach places children and their needs at the center, consistent with constructivist point of view. Children viewed as actively involved in learning? based on cognitive-developmental or constructivist point of view? children learn in many different settings and read and write about their interests? process is emphasized and assessments as based on observation, interviews, discussion, video or audio tapes and children’s work samples
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