Article
Should four year olds use computers to develop emergent literacy skills? A study of the Waterford Early Reading Program
Journal of Literacy & Technology
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-1-2009
Disciplines
Abstract
Children’s performance in regards to early literacy is seen as foundational and essential for later academic success (Kamil, Mosenthal, Pearson, & Barr, 2000; Snow, Burns, & Griffin, 1998). In fact, there is evidence to suggest that children who are unable to acquire emergent literacy skills, as understood by Clay (1967), may remain at-risk throughout their future schooling (Shaywitz, 2004). Knowing the importance of developing early literacy, and the growing pressure on the early childhood education community to be accountable for addressing this imperative, the question becomes, “How can we support students in developing emergent literacy?”
Citation Information
Heidi J. Stevenson and Rachelle K. Hackett. "Should four year olds use computers to develop emergent literacy skills? A study of the Waterford Early Reading Program" Journal of Literacy & Technology Vol. 10 Iss. 2 (2009) p. 64 - 84 ISSN: 1535-0975 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/rachelle-hackett/56/