Closing the word-problem achievement gap in first grade: Schema-based word-problem intervention with embedded language comprehension instruction.
Lynn S. Fuchs, Pamela M. Seethaler, Sonya K. Sterba, Caitlin Craddock, Douglas Fuchs, Donald L. Compton, David C. Geary, Paul Changas
Abstract
grade; and the added value of language comprehension instruction within word-problem intervention. Results also provide causal evidence on the role of language comprehension in word-problem solving.
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ComprehensionPsychologySchema (genetic algorithms)Reading comprehensionWord (group theory)Intervention (counseling)Closing (real estate)LinguisticsAchievement testMathematics educationCognitive psychologyComputer scienceStandardized testReading (process)LawPolitical sciencePhilosophyPsychiatryMachine learningCognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skillsReading and Literacy DevelopmentEducational and Psychological Assessments