D-04 A Comparative Study of ESL Children’s Improvement in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking Using the GrapeSEED Program
Abstract
GrapeSEED is a program currently administered in the Berrien Springs Public School System that is specifically designed to improve literacy, listening, and speaking skills for English as a Second Language (ESL) children. This study analyzed whether the GrapeSEED program would significantly improve participants’ development when compared to their pre-tests. Empirical observational data was additionally collected at Mars Elementary during the 2018-2019 academic year. Statistical analysis indicates significant advancement in listening and literacy with increased improvement for younger participants in the GrapeSEED program.
Start Date
10-25-2019 2:00 PM
D-04 A Comparative Study of ESL Children’s Improvement in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking Using the GrapeSEED Program
GrapeSEED is a program currently administered in the Berrien Springs Public School System that is specifically designed to improve literacy, listening, and speaking skills for English as a Second Language (ESL) children. This study analyzed whether the GrapeSEED program would significantly improve participants’ development when compared to their pre-tests. Empirical observational data was additionally collected at Mars Elementary during the 2018-2019 academic year. Statistical analysis indicates significant advancement in listening and literacy with increased improvement for younger participants in the GrapeSEED program.
Acknowledgments
J.N. Andrews Honors Scholar
Mentor: Darah Regal, Communication Sciences and Disorders