3/25/2018
Use of Lexia® Core5® Reading Supports the Development of Early Literacy Skills
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Lexia® Core5® Reading to support young children identified as at risk for reading difficulties.
METHOD: Children in the study were 4 to 6 year olds in Northern Ireland. They scored in the low average or below average range on one or more tests of the Phonological Assessment Battery (PhAB-2). The children were randomly assigned to use Core5 for eight weeks or a waitlist-control group. Following the eight weeks, the children were again assessed with tests from the PhAB-2.
KEY FINDINGS
- Children who used Core5 produced significantly greater gains on tests of sound blending and nonword reading than children who had not used the program.
- Gains made by the children using Core5 were maintained for two months following the intervention.
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