Early detection of reading problems is important to prevent an enduring lag in reading skills. We studied the relationship between speed of word recognition (after six months of grade 1 education) and four kindergarten pre-literacy skills: letter knowledge, phonological awareness and naming speed for both digits and letters. Our sample consisted of 178 pupils divided over seven classes. In agreement with the literature, we found that all four kindergarten tests were related to speed of word recognition in grade 1. We also performed a multiple regression analysis with a set of background variables and the four kindergarten tests. The model explained 53% of the variance in speed of word recognition. However, only letter knowledge and naming speed for digits had a significant direct effect. Our conclusion is, nevertheless, that all four kindergarten tests should be used to identify children at risk for reading problems.
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De overheid streeft naar een meer doorlopend en kwalitatief goed onderwijsaanbod met name voor kinderen die zorg behoeven. Dit zogenaamde Passend Onderwijs vraagt dat leerkrachten in ieder geval milde gedragsproblemen kunnen hanteren in de klas (OCW, 2008). Daarover gaat de inhoud van deze rede. Wat hebben leerkrachten nodig om enerzijds (milde) gedragsproblemen effectief aan te pakken en anderzijds te bevorderen dat kinderen met milde problematiek toch optimaal presteren?
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The project’s aim is to foster resilient learning environments, lessen early school leaving, and give European children (ages 4 -6) a good start in their education while providing and advancing technical skills in working with technology that will serve them well in life. For this purpose, the partnership has developed age appropriate ICT animation tools and games - as well as pedagogical framework specific to the transition phase from kindergarten to school.
