What is an analytic approach to reading?

An analytic approach to reading begins with words (preferably nouns that can be easily illustrated), then breaks the words into parts to teach these parts. “By the use of [meaningful] words the learner can better see the relationship between reading and their own language.” (Gudschinsky 1973)

An analytic approach to reading is an approach that begins with a word, then analyzes it and breaks it down into parts. (Halvorson 1992)

Here are some examples of analytic approaches:

• Gudschinsky primer page sample, Letter drills, analysis
• Literacy International primer page sample. Lesson features, Boxes 1 & 2

• The Gudschinsky instructional program
• Approaches to reading

• Concept module: analytic approach to reading
• In overview module: Glossary (Literacy): A
• In modular book: Glossary of literacy terms
• In document collection: Reference materials
• In bookshelf: Literacy

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