"How the Brain Learns to Read" (2nd ed.) David A. Sousa
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“Reading is the result of an elaborate process that involves decoding abstract symbols into sounds, then into words that generate meaning.”
“When aimed at the brain, computerized axial tomography (CAT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are very useful diagnostic tools that produce computer images of the brain’s internal structure. For example, they can detect tumors, malformations, and the damage caused by cerebral hemorrhages.”
“How quickly a child understands words may be closely related to whether the word can generate a clear mental image. A word like elephant generates a picture in the mind’s eye and thus can be more easily understood than an abstract word like justice.”
“Implication for Teaching and Learning: “Teachers should use concrete images when presenting an abstract concept to young learners.””
“the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no media exposure prior to 2 years of age”
“Exposing children prior to 2 years of age to media may cause significant delays in cognitive processing and language development.”
“grouping, or chunking, individual words into phrases, processing time is decreased.”
“a three-phase model of how the brain acquires the ability to read (Frith, 1985).”
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