Perceptual Style and Reading Ability: Implications for an Instructional Approach
- 1 February 1967
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Perceptual and Motor Skills
- Vol. 24 (1), 135-138
- https://doi.org/10.2466/pms.1967.24.1.135
Abstract
A strong positive correlation obtained between field independence (Witkin's Embedded Figures Test), and reading grade achievement. Identification of individual perceptual styles before initiating reading instruction seems justifiable for optimum results.Keywords
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