Date of Award
4-1987
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Chris Koronakos
Second Advisor
Dr. Neil Kent
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
The present study proposed that specific methods of teaching writing could be implemented through the application of established principles of behavioral, educational technology. A group of eight second grade students took part in a five week sequential writing program designed to teach them to construct a paragraph incorporating the following components: title, name, introductory sentence, three explanatory sentences, and a conclusion sentence.
Samples of the student's writing were obtained at the beginning and end of the program. Changes in writing style were analyzed for the absence or presence of each component. Every child demonstrated some improvement regarding one or more of the components. Results suggested that application of a structured training program can play an important role in the educational process.
Recommended Citation
Miller, Sheryl Ann, "Teaching Paragraph Construction to Second Grade Students Using a Structured, Sequential Instructional Program" (1987). Masters Theses. 1253.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/1253