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7 Ways Audiobooks Benefit Students Who Struggle with Reading
Seven reasons Audiobooks are a great resource for children who struggle with reading
By:
Kimberley Moran from weareteachers.com
Audiobooks allow students to hear explicit sounds of letters and letter patterns that form words. Audiobooks also help students engage in text and gain exposure to more words, ultimately improving vocabulary, comprehension and critical thinking skills.
1. Increases word exposure and improves vocabulary
2. Builds background knowledge
3. Reduces working-memory deficit
4. Removes printed word decoding anxiety
5. Increases comprehension
6. Develops grade-level appropriate content knowledge
7. Gives students educational independence
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