ISSN:
1573-1952
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Education
Notes:
Abstract Traditional research on the methods used in teaching developmental reading at the higher educational levels has focused on either an examination of one method or a comparison of different methods. An important problem which has been largely ignored is that of developing rationales and methods for combining different methods on an individualized basis. Linear programming provides a mathematical model for determining an optimal combination of available methods in accordance with the student's original levels of input, expected gains, and goals. The study reported herein tested an application of the Linear Programming Model at the Reading Clinic of Drew University. Results, while not conclusive, indicate that this approach yields greater gains in speed scores than a traditional approach for this population.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00139872
