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Description: Researchers will evaluate the impact of two theoretically distinct versions of an intervention called Developing Talkers (DT) that uses whole-group read alouds in kindergarten and Grade 1. DT is designed to improve teacher facilitation of academic language skills and the academic language skills of students.
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Description: Word knowledge is critical for speaking, reading and writing, yet a substantial proportion of children with language impairment demonstrate poor word learning and consequently poor vocabulary. Because vocabulary has a causal relationship with reading comprehension, this presents a significant national health concern.
