An Analysis of Word Structure Knowledge in Preservice Teacher Preparation Programs

Preservice teachers in general education and special education completed tests of word structure knowledge tests designed by Dr. Spear-Swerling. Additionally, course syllabi were analyzed and faculty interviewed regarding the nature and extent of specific word structure knowledge infused in courses.

reading achievement of students increases as measured by a variety of
standardized assessments in (a) phonological processing, (b) reading
comprehension, (c) fluency, and (d) decoding. Imbedding word structure
knowledge in semester ...