Effect of using the Wisconsin design for reading skill development on the reading achievement of fourth grade pupils

The purpose of this study was to measure the effect of using the Wisconsin Design for Reading Skill Development in the teaching of reading to fourth grade pupils. Since the Wisconsin Design for Reading Skill Development is fairly new, and in the process of being field tested, such research could be a valuable indicator of its worth as a teaching procedure. Three factors were considered in the development of the objective: 1. Would an intensive program in word attack skills increase reading achievement in grade four? 2. Would the results be sufficient to warrant the incorporation of this instruction into the regular program? 3. Would an intensive program benefit all children